A 1972 Soviet collectible postcard showing the railwaymen’s balneological clinic in the resort town of Khmelnyk, Vinnytsia Oblast, Ukrainian SSR.
What is shown on the postcard
The image shows a multi-story dormitory building of the clinic, featuring a Soviet modernist facade with a grid of balconies. In front of the building is a lawn with a circular path, young trees, and a park bench with a person sitting on it. To the right, an entrance group with a “Welcome!” sign is visible.
Historical note
Khmelnyk gained resort status following the discovery of radon mineral springs in 1934. The balneological clinic for railway transport workers was constructed to provide rehabilitation for ministry employees from across the USSR, utilizing the unique therapeutic properties of local mineral water.
Present day
Today, the facility continues to operate as the Medical Rehabilitation Center of Ukrainian Railways (Ukrzaliznytsia). The sanatorium has preserved its medical profile, specializing in musculoskeletal and nervous system therapies.
Location (map)
Address: 20 Shevchenka St, Khmelnyk, Vinnytsia Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.565800, 27.940500
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the Railwaymen’s Medical Rehabilitation Center in Khmelnyk.
Questions and answers
- What is the main medical profile of the clinic? Specialization in the treatment of musculoskeletal and nervous system disorders using radon mineral springs.
- What architectural style is featured on the postcard? The dormitory building features a Soviet modernist style with a distinctive grid of balconies.
- Which organization manages the sanatorium today? The facility operates as the Medical Rehabilitation Center of Ukrainian Railways (JSC Ukrzaliznytsia).
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Khmilnyk from 1972.
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