The postcard shows a view of the monument to A. M. Gorky, located in a park area near Massandra beaches in the city of Yalta, Crimea, dated 1980.
What is shown on the postcard
The left part of the postcard depicts the monument to A. M. Gorky, installed on a pedestal, surrounded by a green park. Visitors are walking up the stairs leading to the monument. The right part of the postcard shows a bustling beach with many vacationers and a view of the embankment with cafes or recreation areas. Boats are visible in the water.
Historical note
The monument to Maxim Gorky in Yalta is one of the city’s landmarks associated with the writer’s stay in Crimea. Massandra beaches have historically been a popular recreational spot, known for their infrastructure and picturesque views.
In 1980, Yalta, like other resorts on the Southern coast of Crimea, was a popular destination for summer holidays for Soviet citizens. Such postcards served not only as souvenirs but also as a way to showcase the beauty and atmosphere of the resort.
Present day
Currently, Massandra beaches remain one of the main recreational areas in Yalta. The monument to A. M. Gorky has been preserved and is part of the urban landscape. The embankment and beach infrastructure have been modernized but have retained their function of attracting tourists.
Location (map)
Address: Crimea, Yalta, Massandra beaches
Coordinates: 44.512600, 34.167300
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: The location of the monument to Maxim Gorky on the postcard corresponds to the park area on Massandra beaches in Yalta, Crimea..
Questions and answers
- Where is the monument to A. M. Gorky located? The monument to A. M. Gorky is located in Yalta, on Massandra beaches.
- What is depicted on the right part of the postcard? The right part of the postcard shows a beach with vacationers, the embankment, and the sea with boats.
- When was this photograph taken? The photograph was taken in 1980.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yalta from 1980.
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