COLLECTION NAME:
David Rumsey Historical Map Collection
Record
Author:
Intourist
Date:
1962
Short Title:
Covers: Moscow
Publisher:
Intourist
Publisher Location:
Moscow
Type:
Covers
Obj Height cm:
22
Obj Width cm:
22
City:
Moscow (Russia)
Subject:
Tourism
Full Title:
(Covers to) Moscow
List No:
15743.001
Series No:
1
Publication Author:
Intourist
Pub Date:
1962
Pub Title:
Moscow
Pub Note:
"This fascinating plan of central Moscow was published by Intourist, the U.S.S.R.’s national tourism agency, in 1962. The ongoing Cuban Missile Crisis that year saw the world on the brink of nuclear war, though apparently this did not restrict the publication of maps aimed at English-speaking visitors. The image highlights Moscow’s impressive cultural history and incredible architecture, with dozens of small vignettes representing iconic locations like the Kremlin, St. Basel’s Cathedral, and Moscow State University. The accompanying text at the bottom of the sheet provides a brief summary of the city – “the major political, economic, and cultural centre of the USSR.” Additional text on the verso provides helpful details for the overseas traveler, including details on attractions, plan of the Moscow Underground, a map of Greater Moscow, and a list of amenities like hotels and service stations. The information presented provides a fascinating window into the life of Cold-War era Moscow. For example, diesel fuel is obtainable only through coupons provided by Intourist bureaus." (Curtis Wright, 2023)
Pub List No:
15743.000
Pub Type:
Separate Map
Pub Height cm:
22
Pub Width cm:
22
Image No:
15743001.jp2
Authors:
Intourist
