Russian architecture

    USSR  1968.12.27

    In issue: Stamp(s): 6   

    Printing: engraving

    Issued in: sheets of 30 (6*5) stamps

  • Number by catalogue:  Michel: 3586   Yvert: 3453   Scott: 3559  

    Perforation type: 12x12 ½

    Subject:

    3 kopeks. Typical house of Zaonezhje*, built in 1876.

    Windmill in the background

    Additional:

    *Zaonezhje - the historical name of the region of Karelia, located on Zaonezhsky peninsula in the northern part of Lake Onega. Located in Medvezhiegorsk region of Karelia.

    Area is famous for its wooden architecture, among which registered 126 architectural monuments, including an ensemble of Kizhi Island, houses, churches, chapels and windmills.