A 1967 Soviet collectible postcard depicting the monument to Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky, erected on the square in front of the railway station in Khmelnytsky.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard features a full-length monument of Bohdan Khmelnytsky standing on a tall, rectangular pedestal made of stone blocks. The monument is surrounded by a green flowerbed. In the background, trees, a decorative fence, and elements of Soviet holiday decorations with red flags are visible.
Historical note
The monument on Pryvokzalna (Railway Station) Square was unveiled in 1955, shortly after the city of Proskuriv was renamed Khmelnytsky in 1954. The monument was designed by prominent sculptors M. Vronsky and O. Oliinyk.
Present day
Today, the monument remains in its historical location on Pryvokzalna Square. It is one of the earliest monuments dedicated to the Hetman in the city and serves as a key landmark for passengers arriving at the railway station.
Location (map)
Address: Pryvokzalna Square, Khmelnytsky, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.421528, 27.017444
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: B. Khmelnytsky Monument on Pryvokzalna Square, Khmelnytsky.
Questions and answers
- In what year was this monument unveiled? The monument on Pryvokzalna Square was unveiled in 1955.
- Who are the sculptors of the monument depicted on the postcard? The monument was designed by sculptors M. Vronsky and O. Oliinyk.
- Where exactly is this monument located in Khmelnytsky? The monument is located on Pryvokzalna (Railway Station) Square in front of the station.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Khmelnytskyi from 1967.
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