A 1964 Soviet postcard depicting the ground vestibule of the “Universytet” metro station in Kyiv, opened as part of the first stage of the Kyiv Metro.
What is shown on the postcard
The image shows the circular ground pavilion of the metro station, topped with a dome, a spire, and the letter “M”. A red banner with a Soviet slogan is visible on the facade. In the foreground, a green GAZ-21 “Volga” passenger car drives along the street, and pedestrians walk on the sidewalk. In the background, trees of the A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden are visible.
Historical note
The “Universytet” metro station was opened on November 6, 1960, as part of the first launch section of the Sviatoshynsko-Brovarska line. The ground vestibule, designed as a domed pavilion, was built into the park area of the Botanical Garden. The station was named due to its proximity to the main building of the Taras Shevchenko Kyiv State University.
Present day
Today, the station continues to operate regularly and holds the status of a local architectural monument. The exterior of the ground vestibule has mostly preserved its historical appearance, with the exception of the removed Soviet slogans.
Location (map)
Address: Taras Shevchenko Boulevard, Kyiv, Ukraine
Coordinates: 50.444330, 30.506080
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Ground vestibule of the Universytet metro station, Kyiv.
Questions and answers
- When was the “Universytet” metro station opened? The station was opened on November 6, 1960, as part of the first stage of the Kyiv Metro.
- Where is the ground vestibule of the station located? The vestibule is located on Taras Shevchenko Boulevard in Kyiv, built into the territory of the A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden.
- What car is visible in the foreground of the postcard? A green Soviet GAZ-21 “Volga” passenger car is driving in the foreground.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Kyiv from 1964.
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