A two-part Soviet postcard from 1977 depicting the city beach and a kayaking group in Dniprodzerzhynsk (now Kamianske).
What is shown on the postcard
The left panel shows a panoramic view of the sandy city beach on the Dnipro River with numerous sunbathers, trees, and light poles in the background. The right panel displays a group of young kayakers arranged in a fan shape near a wooden pier under the supervision of an instructor.
Historical note
In the 1970s, Dniprodzerzhynsk, a major center for metallurgy and chemical industry, also developed its recreational areas. The right-bank city beach on the Dnipro River served as the primary summer destination for residents. Water sports, particularly kayaking and canoeing, were highly popular and supported by local factories and sports clubs.
Present day
Today, the right-bank recreation zone continues to serve as the city beach of Kamianske. While the area undergoes seasonal maintenance, much of the Soviet-era wooden infrastructure and piers has been replaced or dismantled.
Location (map)
Address: Naberezhna St, Kamianske, Dnipro Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 48.526200, 34.613400
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the central right-bank beach in Kamianske.
Questions and answers
- Where was this beach located in Kamianske? The beach is located on the right bank of the Dnipro River, along Naberezhna Street.
- What is shown on the right side of the postcard? A group of young athletes in kayaks forming a fan shape near a wooden dock.
- What was the city’s name in 1977? In 1977, the city of Kamianske was officially named Dniprodzerzhynsk.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Kamianske from 1977.
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