A Soviet collectible postcard from 1970 depicting the Rusanivka residential area in Kyiv, developed with multi-story apartment buildings along an artificial bypass canal.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground shows the bypass canal with concrete-reinforced banks, where several motorboats are moored. On the opposite bank, there are multi-story residential blocks (9-story and 16-story buildings), green lawns, and a large red slogan in Ukrainian “СЛАВА БУДІВЕ…” (Glory to Builders). A construction crane is visible in the background, indicating the ongoing development of the area.
Historical note
Rusanivka was one of the world’s first residential areas built on reclaimed land. Construction began in 1961 based on a design by architects G. Slutsky and V. Ladny. The artificial bypass canal, approximately 2.7 km long, was created to protect the area from Spring floods of the Dnieper River and to serve as a recreational zone.
Present day
Today, the Rusanivka residential area retains its unique layout. The canal remains a popular recreation spot for residents, featuring light-and-music fountains. The Soviet-era housing stock is complemented by modern infrastructure.
Location (map)
Address: Rusanivskyi Canal, Kyiv, Ukraine
Coordinates: 50.439500, 30.594100
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Embankment of the Rusanivskyi Canal, view of residential buildings along Entuziastiv Street..
Questions and answers
- What year was this postcard published? The postcard was published in 1970.
- What body of water is shown in the image? The image shows the artificial Rusanivka bypass canal in Kyiv.
- Who designed the Rusanivka residential area? The area was designed by a team of architects led by G. Slutsky and V. Ladny.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Kyiv from 1970.
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