Rostov-on-Don

The postcard collection of Rostov-on-Don includes 43 images, featuring various periods from 1902 to 1981. These postcards offer both early and later examples, reflecting changes in the urban environment.

Notable places depicted include the children’s department store “Solnyshko”, the “Intourist” hotel, and the Lenin monument. Squares such as Pleven Square and Guards Square, along with the river station and “Yakor” hotel, are also featured.

The postcards showcase a variety of urban scenes: squares, streets, theatres, and cultural venues, as well as river embankments and stations. These images create a multifaceted view of the city, highlighting its architectural and cultural features.

The collection is valuable for studying the city’s history through dates and captions on the postcards. Available dated examples help understand how Rostov-on-Don evolved over the decades, making this collection valuable for historians and designers.