Soviet Square (now Independence Square) in Rivne is the central administrative and civic hub of the city, captured on this 1978 postcard.
What is shown on the postcard
The image shows the monumental four-story administrative building of the former regional committee of the Communist Party, built in the Soviet modernist style. In front of the facade lies an open esplanade with lawns and flower beds, flanked symmetrically by two administrative wings. The foreground features landscaped pathways, trees, and a Lada (VAZ) passenger car.
Historical note
The design and construction of the new administrative center of Rivne on the former Soviet Square took place during the 1960s and 1970s. The main regional committee building was completed in the 1970s, serving as the dominant architectural landmark of the square. The open space in front was used for official parades, demonstrations, and public gatherings.
Present day
Today, the square is renamed Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square). The main building now houses the Rivne Oblast State Administration and the Regional Council. The square has been reconstructed, stripped of Soviet ideological symbols, and now serves as a key venue for community events and public assemblies.
Location (map)
Address: 1 Independence Square, Rivne, Rivne Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 50.619808, 26.251347
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the Rivne Oblast State Administration building (former regional committee) on Independence Square..
Questions and answers
- Which building is depicted on the postcard? The postcard depicts the administrative building of the former regional committee of the Communist Party, which now houses the Rivne Oblast State Administration.
- What is the current name of Soviet Square in Rivne? The former Soviet Square is now known as Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square).
- What architectural style does the main building represent? The building is designed in the Soviet modernist style, characterized by a strict geometric facade and vertical column articulation.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Rivne from 1978.
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