A collectible 1982 postcard featuring the Soviet-era Hotel “Truskavets,” located in the famous balneological resort town of Truskavets, Lviv Oblast, Ukrainian SSR.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard shows a multi-story modernist hotel building constructed on a hillside. Soviet ideological slogans, including “DECISIONS OF THE 26th CONGRESS OF THE CPSU — INTO LIFE!”, are visible on the roof. A wide driveway ramp with a canopy leads to the main entrance. In the foreground, there are pedestrians on the sidewalk, telephone booths, green lawns, and a road.
Historical note
The Hotel “Truskavets” was built during the Soviet era to accommodate visitors of the popular health resort. The building was a typical example of Soviet architectural modernism, featuring functional design, large glazed surfaces, and landscaped surrounding grounds in the city center.
Present day
In the early 21st century, the original Hotel “Truskavets” building was demolished. In 2012, a modern five-star hotel and recreational complex, Mirotel Resort & Spa, opened on its site at Kobzar Square.
Location (map)
Address: 1 Kobzar Square, Truskavets, Lviv Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.279612, 23.504104
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the former Hotel Truskavets (now Mirotel Resort & Spa complex).
Questions and answers
- Which building is shown on the postcard? The postcard depicts the Soviet modernist Hotel ‘Truskavets’ built to house spa resort visitors.
- What occupies this site today? Today, the site of the former hotel is occupied by the five-star Mirotel Resort & Spa complex.
- What slogan is visible on the roof? The roof features the Soviet propaganda slogan ‘РЕШЕНИЯ XXVI СЪЕЗДА КПСС — В ЖИЗНЬ!’ (Decisions of the 26th Congress of the CPSU — into life!).
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Truskavets from 1982.
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