Former Soviet Union Collection (#12)

Moscow Kremlin at sunset
Moscow Kremlin and Moscva River at dusk, Moscow, Russia

Moscow Kremlin at sunset
Night view of Moscow Kremlin and Moscva River, Moscow, Russia

Moscow Kremlin at sunset
Night view of Moscva River, Moscow Kremlin and Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Moscow, Russia

Saint Basils Cathedral in Moscow, Russia
Famous Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Basil the Blessed. This church was built in Moscow on Red Square from 1555 to 1561

Stadium 1927
The Stadium 1927 by Alexander Deineka. Emancipated young women athletes compete watched by an older female generation. Russian

Female munitions worker, USSR World War II propaganda
USSR World War 2 propaganda card showing a female munitions worker

USSR 1929, Workers leaving for country
USSR 1929: Workers leaving for the country to apply collectivization and assist the peasants in the organization of the Kol Khoz (Collective Farms)

Joseph Stalin (1879 - 1953) Soviet leader, addressing the Sixteenth Congress of the Russian Communist Party, 1930. This was the last Congress to be dominated by the original leaders of the Party

USSR, Womens March, St Petersburg, 8 March 1917
USSR: Womens March, St Petersburg (Leningrad), 8 March 1917

Joseph Stalin with senior officers of Soviet Army
Joseph Stalin with the senior officers of the Soviet 1st Army, 1936

Facade of the Alexander Nevsky Church, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe

Architecture in Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square), Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe

St. Nicholas Church, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe

Elevated view of lower Old Town with Oleviste Church in the background, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe

Petrovskaya Virgin and Child, 15th cent. RUSSIA. NOTE: This image avail. up to 100MB. Call for details

Nadir Divan Bigi Madrasah, 1622, Lyabi-Khauz, Bukhara, Uzbekistan, FSU, Central Asia, Asia

Tersey Alatoo mountains by Lake Issyk-Kul, Tien Shan (Tian Shan) Range, Kirghizstan (Kyrgyzstan), FSU, Central Asia, Asia

Lake Issyk-Kul, second largest mountain lake, Kirghizstan (Kyrgyzstan), FSU, Central Asia, Asia

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Former Soviet Union: A Journey Through History and Culture Step into the enchanting world of the former Soviet Union, where captivating landscapes and rich heritage await. Begin your exploration in Ukraine's vibrant capital, Kyiv, as you ascend Saint Volodymyr Hill Park. From this vantage point overlooking the majestic Dnieper River, take a moment to immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery and find solace in the serene sitting area. As you delve deeper into history, an antique map of Russia unveils tales of conquests and triumphs that shaped this vast land. Travel further north to Tallinn, Estonia, where an elevated view over Old Town at dawn reveals a city steeped in medieval charm. No journey through the former Soviet Union would be complete without experiencing its iconic landmarks. Marvel at Red Square in Moscow as it comes alive under a starry night sky or wander through Pechersak Lavra Monastery of Caves in Kyiv – an Orthodox Christian sanctuary brimming with spirituality. The striking Saint Basil's Cathedral stands tall amidst Moscow's skyline, showcasing exquisite architectural brilliance. Venturing beyond urban centers leads you to discover hidden gems scattered across these lands. Traverse Ukrainian countryside highways aboard a Russian-made Lada vehicle from the early 1970s for an authentic taste of local life. In Saint Petersburg's Kazan Cathedral, witness grandeur intertwined with religious devotion. The allure continues as dusk falls upon Moscow Kremlin and Moskva River; their illuminated beauty casting a spell on all who behold them. Boris Kustodiev's masterpiece "Bolshevist" captures the spirit of revolutionary Russia with vivid strokes that ignite imagination. In Lviv's electric commuter trolley system traversing medieval cobblestone streets lies evidence of Ukraine’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage while embracing modernity simultaneously. Finally, pay homage to Ukraine’s Air Force by standing before Vinnytsya’s monument dedicated to their valor and dedication.