The presented 1967 postcard captures the main building of Sanatorium “Tavriya” in the city of Yevpatoria, showcasing the characteristic appearance of Soviet resort architecture from the mid-20th century.
What is shown on the postcard
The image depicts the multi-story building of Sanatorium “Tavriya”, built in the style of Soviet modernism. The facade of the building features horizontal rows of balconies, typical for resort establishments of that period, providing access to fresh air. To the left, a part of the building with vertical decorative elements and large windows is visible. The lower part of the postcard shows a well-maintained landscape with flowerbeds, shrubs, and pathways. In the foreground to the right, two female figures are seated on a bench near the floral arrangements.
Historical note
Sanatorium “Tavriya” (originally “Zarya”) was one of the significant medical and prophylactic institutions in Yevpatoria, known as an all-Union children’s resort. The construction of the main building, captured in the postcard, dates back to the period of active development of Crimea’s sanatorium-resort complex in the post-war decades. The sanatorium specialized in treating diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and respiratory organs, utilizing Yevpatoria’s unique natural factors such as its sea climate and therapeutic muds.
Present day
Currently, Sanatorium “Tavriya” continues to operate, maintaining its specialization and architectural appearance, although it has undergone several modernizations and reconstructions. It remains a part of Yevpatoria’s resort potential, attracting vacationers and those in need of treatment. The building depicted in the postcard is still one of the recognizable symbols of the sanatorium, demonstrating continuity in the development of the city’s resort infrastructure.
Location (map)
Address: Ukraine, Autonomous Republic of Crimea, Yevpatoria, Mayakovsky St, 3
Coordinates: 45.195000, 33.351000
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Address: Yevpatoria, Mayakovsky St, 3. Coordinates obtained from open mapping sources (Google Maps, OpenStreetMap)..
Questions and answers
- In what year was Sanatorium “Tavriya” featured on the postcard? Sanatorium “Tavriya” was featured on the postcard in 1967.
- What is the architectural style of the sanatorium’s main building? The main building of the sanatorium is designed in the Soviet modernist style of the mid-20th century.
- What was the specialization of Sanatorium “Tavriya”? Sanatorium “Tavriya” specialized in treating diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and respiratory organs.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1967.
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