Showing posts with label *Postcrossing Meet-Up. Show all posts
Showing posts with label *Postcrossing Meet-Up. Show all posts

Monday, August 18, 2025

Kazakhstan - Karaganda



Meeting of Karaganda Postcrossers
10th February 2024

Sent by Sergej from Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

Karaganda (also known as Karagandy) is a major city in central Kazakhstan and the capital of the Karaganda Region. It is the fifth-most populous city in the country, with a population of 497,777 as of the 2020 Census, marking an increase from 459,778 in 2009 and 436,864 in 1999. Karaganda is located approximately 230 kilometers (140 miles) southeast of Kazakhstan's capital city, Astana.

Historically, Karaganda has been a central hub for coal mining, which has shaped its economy and development. The city saw significant growth during the Soviet Union, driven by the expansion of its coal industry. Coal remains a key sector in the city's economy, with mining continuing to be a significant contributor to its industrial base.

In addition to its industrial roots, Karaganda is home to a growing population and a rich cultural heritage. The city hosts several educational institutions, such as Karaganda State University, which support its role as an academic and research center in central Kazakhstan. Karaganda’s infrastructure and economy have been evolving, with modernization efforts in various sectors, including transportation, healthcare, and housing.

Karaganda is also known for its historical significance, having played an important role in the industrial development of the Soviet Union. Today, it stands as a key city in Kazakhstan, contributing to the country’s economy while maintaining its historical and cultural heritage (read more).


Thursday, August 14, 2025

Friday, August 1, 2025

20th Year of Postcrossing #6 - Meetup in Berlin, Germany



Postcrossing's 20th Anniversary Meetup
Berlin, Germany
12th - 13th July 2025.

Sent by Waltraud from Bielefeld, Germany.


20th Year of Postcrossing #5 - Den Haag, The Netherlands Meetup



Postcrossing's 20th Anniversary Meetup
Den Haag, The Netherlands
14th July 2025

Sent by Marianne from Utrecht, The Netherlands.


20th Year of Postcrossing #4 - 1st International Postcard Convention in Berlin



Berlin
12th - 13th July 2025
1st International Postcard Convention

Sent by Merlin from Berlin, Germany



Postcrossing Meet-Up - Socorro, New Mexico, USA



November 16, 2024
Socorro, New Mexico

Sent by Jen from Los Alamos in New Mexico, USA.

Socorro (/səˈkɔːr/, sə-KOR-oh) is a city in Socorro County in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is in the Rio Grande Valley at an elevation of 4,579 feet (1,396 m). At the 2020 census, the population was 8,707. It is the county seat of Socorro County. Socorro is located 74 miles (119 km) south of Albuquerque and 146 miles (235 km) north of Las Cruces.

The instruments used by the LINEAR program are located at Lincoln Laboratory's Experimental Test Site (ETS) on the White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) near Socorro, New Mexico (read more).


20th Year of Postcrossing #3 - Krems an der Donau Postcrossing Meetup (Austria)



Steiner Tor in Krems an der Donau, Austria.
The Steiner Tor is the symbol of Krems and the only surviving of the four former city gates.

Sent by Anna from Linz, Austria.

Krems an der Donau (Austrian German pronunciation: [ˈkrɛms an deːɐ̯ ˈdoːnaʊ]lit.'Krems on the Danube') is a city in Lower AustriaAustria. With a population of 24,821, it is the 20th-largest city of Austria and fifth-largest of Lower Austria. It is approximately 70 kilometres (43 miles) west of Vienna. Krems is a city with its own statute (or Statutarstadt), and therefore it is both a municipality and a district (read more).


Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Remarkable Women #2 - San Diego International Women's Day Meetup March 8, 2025


Discover the stories of several remarkable women who lived and worked in San Diego, whose achievements and lasting impact on the city continue to inspire us today.
Katherine Sessions (hoticulturalist botanist), Sally Ride (astronaut physicist), Ellen Scripps (journalist philantropist), Belle Benchley (champion for wildlife zoo director), Florence Chadwick (long-distance swimmer), and Charlotte Baker (physician activist).

Sent by MaryLou and Greg from San Diego, California, USA.