This 1967 postcard features the main building of the Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium in Evpatoria, one of the leading balneological resorts of the USSR.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground of the postcard displays the facade of the main building with the inscription “ГРЯЗЕЛЕЧЕБНЫЙ КОРПУС” (Mud Bath Building) and the dates “1917-1927”, indicating its construction period. Numerous visitors and patients are visible in front of the entrance. A large sculpture is positioned to the left of the entrance, and a lighter, allegorical composition along with typical red phone booths of the era are to the right. Lush trees are in the background.
Historical note
The Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium, established in Evpatoria, is among the oldest and most renowned balneological resorts. Its fame stems from the unique therapeutic mud of Lake Moinaki. The main building, depicted on the postcard, was constructed between 1917 and 1927, becoming a central architectural element of the health resort complex and embodying the development of Soviet resort medicine.
Present day
Currently, the Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium has largely lost its original appearance and functionality. Following the collapse of the USSR, the complex fell into disrepair. Despite some initiatives, most of the historical buildings, including the main building, remain in an abandoned or semi-ruined state, awaiting reconstruction or new utilization.
Location (map)
Address: 1 Razdolnenskoye Highway, Evpatoria
Coordinates: 45.188439, 33.327532
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates obtained from Google Maps, pointing to the main building of the Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium..
Questions and answers
- What building is depicted on the postcard? The main building of the Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium in Evpatoria is depicted on the postcard.
- When was the main building of the mud bath sanatorium constructed? The main building of the mud bath sanatorium was constructed between 1917 and 1927.
- What is the Moinaki Mud Bath Sanatorium famous for? It is famous for its unique therapeutic mud from Lake Moinaki, which was used for balneological procedures.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1967.
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