A collectible Soviet 1981 postcard featuring the Odesa Palace of Sports.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard depicts the main facade of the Odesa Palace of Sports, built in the style of Soviet modernism. The roof features the sign ‘ДВОРЕЦ СПОРТА’ (Palace of Sports), and the Olympic rings are mounted on the central glazed section of the facade. In the foreground, pedestrians are walking across a paved square partially shaded by tree leaves.
Historical note
The Odesa Palace of Sports opened in 1975 on Shevchenko Avenue. It became the city’s key indoor arena for sports competitions including ice hockey, figure skating, and basketball, as well as large-scale concerts. The Olympic rings were installed on the facade in preparation for the 1980 Summer Olympics.
Present day
Today, the Odesa Palace of Sports continues to function as a multi-purpose sports and concert venue. It hosts athletic training, exhibitions, trade fairs, and public events, while the exterior design retains its original modernist architectural style.
Location (map)
Address: 31 Shevchenko Avenue, Odesa, Ukraine
Coordinates: 46.459345, 30.758410
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the Odesa Palace of Sports building at 31 Shevchenko Avenue.
Questions and answers
- When was the Odesa Palace of Sports opened? The Odesa Palace of Sports was opened in 1975.
- What do the rings on the facade represent? The Olympic rings on the facade were installed in preparation for the 1980 Summer Olympic Games.
- How is the building used today? Currently, the building serves as a multi-purpose venue hosting athletic training, exhibitions, trade fairs, and community events.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Odesa from 1981.
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