The 1983 postcard features the monument to the national poet of Belarus, Yanka Kupala, in Minsk, which is a central element of the memorial complex dedicated to the distinguished literary figure.
What is shown on the postcard
The image captures a bronze monument to the national poet Yanka Kupala (Ivan Dominikovich Lutsevich), standing on a pedestal made of large stone blocks. The sculpture depicts the poet full-length, holding a cane. Behind the monument lies a park with dense green trees.
In the foreground, a group of people, presumably participants of a ceremonial event or an excursion, are gathered before the monument, adding a lively character to the scene. The overall appearance of the postcard conveys the atmosphere of a summer day with clear skies and clouds.
Historical note
The monument to the national poet of the BSSR, Yanka Kupala, was officially unveiled in Minsk on June 25, 1972. It is located in the Central Children’s Park, which was subsequently renamed Yanka Kupala Park. The authors of the monument are sculptors Anatoly Anikeichik, Lev Gumilevsky, and Andrei Zaspitsky, along with architects Yuri Gradov and Leonid Levin.
The complex includes the poet’s sculpture, the “Wreath” fountain, and decorative ponds, symbolizing folk traditions and Kupala’s work. The unveiling of the monument was a significant event in the cultural life of Belarus, commemorating the distinguished literary figure.
Present day
Currently, the monument to Yanka Kupala remains one of Minsk’s iconic cultural landmarks and a venue for various events. The park where the monument is located is a popular recreational spot for city residents and tourists.
It retains its historical and cultural value, commemorating Yanka Kupala’s contribution to Belarusian literature and national identity.
Location (map)
Address: Yanka Kupala Park, Minsk, Belarus
Coordinates: 53.905610, 27.564530
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Google Maps.
Questions and answers
- When was the Yanka Kupala monument unveiled in Minsk? The monument to the national poet of the BSSR, Yanka Kupala, was unveiled in Minsk on June 25, 1972.
- Where is the Yanka Kupala monument located? It is located in the Central Children’s Park, which was subsequently renamed Yanka Kupala Park.
- Who are the authors of the Yanka Kupala monument? The authors of the monument are sculptors Anatoly Anikeichik, Lev Gumilevsky, and Andrei Zaspitsky, along with architects Yuri Gradov and Leonid Levin.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Minsk from 1983.
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