A collectible 1978 Soviet postcard showing a scenic view of the historic Kherson Yacht Club building, located on Karantynny Island.
What is shown on the postcard
The image captures the two-story yacht club building featuring a distinctive wooden observation tower with a spire and Gothic architectural elements. The embossed founding year ‘1909’ is visible on the facade of the right wing. A white passenger motor ship is moored at the pier, while a sailing yacht glides in the foreground. Lush trees and the top of a portal crane are visible in the background.
Historical note
The Kherson Yacht Club was founded in 1908, and its main building on the banks of the Kosheva River was opened in 1909. The building’s architecture combines elements of Art Nouveau and Gothic styles, making it a prominent local landmark. During the Soviet period, it continued to serve as a water sports base.
Present day
The historic building of the yacht club has survived to this day as a local architectural monument. Recently, the structures and surrounding territory suffered damage due to military actions in the region.
Location (map)
Address: 3 Marii Fortus St, Karantynny Island, Kherson, Ukraine
Coordinates: 46.619082, 32.610582
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the historic Kherson River Yacht Club building on Karantynny Island.
Questions and answers
- When was the yacht club building constructed? The yacht club building was constructed in 1909.
- Where is the construction date visible on the postcard? The embossed date ‘1909’ is visible on the facade of the right wing of the building.
- What vessel is in the foreground? A sailing yacht is gliding on the water in the foreground.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Kherson from 1978.
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