The 1990 postcard depicts the Yanka Kupala Monument, dedicated to the prominent Belarusian poet and playwright, located in the central part of Minsk. The monument is situated in the park named after him and is a significant cultural landmark of the Belarusian capital.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground of the postcard features a full-length bronze monument of Yanka Kupala, dressed in a long cloak and leaning on a staff. The statue stands on a massive granite pedestal. At the base of the pedestal, decorative bronze elements, referencing folklore motifs, are visible. Well-maintained paths and lush green trees surround the monument, indicating a park setting. To the right of the monument, a group of people, likely tourists, are observing the composition. The sky above the park is clear and blue.
Historical note
The monument to the national poet of Belarus, Yanka Kupala, was solemnly unveiled in Minsk in 1972, commemorating the 90th anniversary of his birth. Sculptors Anatol Anikeichyk, Lev Gumilevsky, and Andrey Zaspitsky worked on its creation, with Yuriy Gradov and Leonid Levin providing the architectural design. The complex includes the central figure of the poet and several symbolic elements, such as the mythological fern flower and Kupala wreaths, reflecting the themes of his works and Belarusian folk traditions.
Present day
Currently, the Yanka Kupala Monument and the eponymous park remain one of Minsk’s iconic locations. It is a popular spot for city residents and tourists to stroll, host cultural events, and lay flowers in memory of the great Belarusian writer. The monument continues to play an important role in preserving and promoting Belarusian literary heritage.
Location (map)
Address: Yanka Kupala Park, Minsk, Belarus
Coordinates: 53.905600, 27.561400
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates verified via OpenStreetMap/Google Maps.
Questions and answers
- Who was Yanka Kupala? Yanka Kupala (Ivan Daminikavich Lutsevich) was a prominent Belarusian poet and playwright, a classic of Belarusian literature.
- When was the Yanka Kupala Monument unveiled? The monument was unveiled in Minsk in 1972, commemorating the 90th anniversary of the poet’s birth.
- Who created the Yanka Kupala Monument? Sculptors Anatol Anikeichyk, Lev Gumilevsky, and Andrey Zaspitsky worked on its creation, with architects Yuriy Gradov and Leonid Levin.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Minsk from 1990.
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