Ashgabat

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The Ashgabat postcard collection consists of 25 images, cautiously dated from 1974 to 1979. These postcards offer a unique glimpse into the city during the Soviet era, capturing its architectural and cultural features.

Notable places featured in the collection include the Turkmen State Academic Drama Theatre and the Lenin Monument. Images of the Makhtumkuli and Atabayev monuments also appear, highlighting the city’s cultural heritage.

The postcards often depict streets and avenues, such as Lenin Avenue, as well as monuments and memorials, creating an image of Ashgabat as a city with rich history and culture. The “Mir” Cinema and Concert Hall is also part of this collection, reflecting the city’s cultural life.

The collection is valuable for researchers and historians, as the postcards contain dates, captions, and postmarks that help recreate the atmosphere of the time. These images are also of interest to designers and collectors seeking specific views of Ashgabat.

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