Card One of the Sanatorium Sanatorium N1 Dilijan, 1976

This 1976 postcard is part of the “Old Postcards” archive collection and depicts one of the buildings of the renowned Sanatorium N1 in Dilijan, Armenian SSR.

What is shown on the postcard

In the foreground of the postcard, a landscaped garden with neatly trimmed shrubs and pathways is visible. Three individuals are strolling through the garden. To the right, a garden sculpture can be observed. The central focus is a multi-story sanatorium building, designed in a style characteristic of mid-20th-century resort architecture. The building’s facade is adorned with balconies featuring balustrades, supported by columns, which lends it a monumental and grand appearance. The structure is surrounded by dense vegetation, highlighting the region’s natural richness.

Historical note

Sanatorium N1 in Dilijan, also known as the Central Dilijan Sanatorium, was one of the leading medical institutions of the Armenian SSR. Established during the Soviet era, it specialized in the treatment of respiratory diseases and other ailments, leveraging Dilijan’s unique climate, pristine air, and mineral springs. The sanatorium comprised a complex of buildings harmoniously integrated into the natural landscape, serving as a significant center for resort recreation.

Present day

Many former Soviet sanatoriums in Dilijan have undergone transformations since the dissolution of the USSR. Some have been reconstructed, repurposed, or modernized into contemporary hotel and wellness complexes. The Central Dilijan Sanatorium likely continues its operations, though its status and name may have changed. It remains a part of Dilijan’s resort infrastructure, attracting visitors seeking relaxation and health benefits amidst Armenia’s picturesque nature.

Questions and answers

• Where is Sanatorium N1, depicted on the postcard, located? Sanatorium N1, also known as the Central Dilijan Sanatorium, is located in the city of Dilijan, Armenia.
• What was the purpose of Sanatorium N1 in Dilijan? The sanatorium specialized in treating respiratory diseases and other ailments, utilizing Dilijan’s unique climate and mineral springs.
• What can be seen on the 1976 postcard? The postcard shows a multi-story sanatorium building with balconies and columns, a landscaped garden with shrubs and pathways, as well as three people strolling through the garden, and a garden sculpture.

See also

• Dilijan postcards
• 1976 postcards

The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Dilijan from 1976.