Forged Figures Park in Donetsk (Ukraine)

Received in early July via Postcrossing “Other Languages RR”. :)

 

(Information found online)

Donetsk is officially recognized as one of the best blacksmith cities in Europe and is the only post-Soviet city that is full-fledged member of the Ring of European Cities with Iron Works. Therefore, it’s no wonder that the unique Forged Figures Park – the only one in the Old World – is located here. It’s a true outdoor museum of blacksmith art and one of the most interesting Donetsk’s sights.

The park with forged sculptural compositions appeared in Donbas’s capital over ten years ago. At first it consisted of just ten sculptures with bunch of forged roses – the Donetsk’s symbol – in the first place. However, thanks to the annual International Festivals of Smithcraft in Donetsk, the collection of sculptures grew headlong and now it numbers over 150 exhibits.

I love these colourful stamps! :D

(43) Aleks from Ukraine :D

My official 愛 from Ukraine sent by Aleks again! :D Received on 1 June. Thanks a lot for your support Aleks!! :D

Haha, this sticker of Tarkan blowing a kiss really cracks me up…xDDD Lovely stamps by the way! ^^

愛 written by Aleks’ Ukrainian friend (I still remember Aleks isn’t very fond of drawing xD) :

Love in Ukrainian is “kohannia”. ^_^

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Hungry chipmunk! :D

My 24th official PC postcard, received on 18May.

This cute & hungry chipmunk reminds me of myself not because it’s cute, but because it’s hungry. xD I’m always hungry! xD

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1st Postcrossing postcard from Ukraine

Received on 20 April via Postcrossing official swap:

 

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