This 1976 postcard presents a typical view of Soviet-era Evpatoria as a resort town, capturing one of the sleeping buildings of the S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium, situated directly on the Black Sea coast.
What is shown on the postcard
In the foreground of the postcard, the azure sea is spread out with people swimming. Beyond it, a multi-story sleeping building is visible, constructed on high stilts directly on the beach. This design was characteristic of resort architecture of that era, allowing for increased usable space and unobstructed access to the sea. The building features three main floors with balconies and a usable flat roof. To the left of the central building, there is an extensive covered beach area, likely a summer cafe or recreation zone, and a tall industrial chimney in the distance. The beach is lively, with many holidaymakers under umbrellas and on sun loungers.
Historical note
The S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium in Evpatoria is one of the oldest and largest resort complexes in Crimea, founded in 1912 as a private health resort. After nationalization in the 1920s, it was transformed into a military sanatorium. Active infrastructure development, including the construction of new sleeping buildings, took place in the post-war years, particularly in the 1960s-70s. Building No. 8, believed to be depicted on the postcard, was constructed in 1968 and is a characteristic example of Soviet modernist architecture for recreational purposes, integrating the building with the coastal landscape and providing maximum comfort for vacationers.
Present day
Today, the S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium continues its operations, specializing in treatment and rehabilitation. Despite modernization and repairs, the general architectural appearance of some buildings, including the one depicted, retains features of the Soviet period. The sanatorium remains an important part of Evpatoria’s resort infrastructure, attracting holidaymakers due to its location and medical facilities.
Location (map)
Address: Ukraine, Autonomous Republic of Crimea, Evpatoria, Mayakovskogo street, 27, Building No. 8
Coordinates: 45.196300, 33.364300
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of Building No. 8 of the S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium in Evpatoria..
Questions and answers
- What is depicted on the 1976 postcard? The postcard depicts a sleeping building of the S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium in Evpatoria, located on the Black Sea coast, with people swimming and relaxing on the beach.
- When was the depicted sleeping building constructed? Sleeping Building No. 8, likely shown on the postcard, was constructed in 1968.
- What is the modern function of the building on the postcard? The building is still part of the S.M. Kirov Military Clinical Sanatorium and is used for treatment and rehabilitation.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1976.
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