This 1979 Soviet souvenir postcard showcases the Central Department Store in the resort town of Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast.
What is shown on the postcard
The image captures the two-story department store building featuring the Ukrainian sign “УНІВЕРМАГ” on the roof and a decorative propaganda banner on the facade. In the foreground, a busy intersection on Hoholya Street is shown, with a white GAZ-21 “Volga” car, several motorcycles with sidecars, pedestrians, and a cyclist. In the background on the left, the multi-story Myrhorod Hotel and a passenger bus are visible.
Historical note
The Myrhorod Department Store was constructed during the Soviet era as part of the modernization of the town’s retail infrastructure. The building is a typical example of Soviet modernism from the 1960s–1970s, characterized by ribbon glazing on the second floor and spacious display windows on the ground level.
Present day
Today, the building retains its commercial function, having undergone facade and interior renovations. It now houses various retail shops, a supermarket, and other commercial enterprises. While the surrounding area remains well-kept, the historic look of the square has evolved significantly.
Location (map)
Address: 102 Hoholya St, Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.967832, 33.611867
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Google Maps cartographic data, the former Central Department Store in Myrhorod (Hoholya St, 102)..
Questions and answers
- What building is depicted on the postcard? The postcard depicts the Central Department Store in Myrhorod, located on Hoholya Street.
- What transportation is visible in the foreground? The foreground shows a white GAZ-21 ‘Volga’ car, motorcycles with sidecars, and a cyclist.
- What building is located in the background on the left? The background on the left partially shows the multi-story Myrhorod Hotel building.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Myrhorod from 1979.
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