This collectible 1968 postcard shows the monumental facade of the Odessa Railway Station facing Pryvokzalna Square.
What is shown on the postcard
The image captures the grand station building with its central dome and spire. In front of the building is the spacious Pryvokzalna Square, paved with cobblestones, where pedestrians are walking. Trolleybus wires, street lamps, and green trees on both sides of the square are also visible.
Historical note
The original station building, built in the 1880s, was destroyed in 1944 during World War II operations. The new Odessa-Main railway station building was erected in 1952 according to the design of Soviet architect Leonid Chuprin, combining classical elements with monumental Soviet Empire style.
Present day
Today, the station building retains its historical appearance and continues to operate as the city’s main railway hub. Pryvokzalna Square has undergone partial reconstruction and transport pattern adjustments, but the architectural centerpiece remains unchanged.
Location (map)
Address: 2 Pryvokzalna Square, Odesa, Ukraine
Coordinates: 46.467472, 30.740833
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the main entrance of the Odessa-Main railway station from Pryvokzalna Square.
Questions and answers
- In which year was the depicted station building constructed? The new railway station building in Odessa was built in 1952, replacing the old station destroyed during the war.
- Who designed this building? The station building was designed by Soviet architect Leonid Chuprin.
- What has changed on the square in modern times? In modern times, transport schemes were altered and Pryvokzalna Square was partially reconstructed, but the building itself preserved its original appearance.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Odesa from 1968.
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