Amazing looking vessel, would love to have seen her.

Thanks for sharing

Rgds
Andrew

I have been onboard at this ship as agent at Istanbul, vessel coming from Habana, Cuba. I remember many childeren onboard and crew's wife. At that time very rusted and poor condition, around 1992-1993.

Great historical shot !!!

...and this baton of ship has been taken by China.

I remember when she was a showboat of the soviet spacerace! mrdot.

Thanks for the IMO....

Thanks Denis - photographed using grainy film unfortunately

Should be KOSMONAVT YURIY GAGARIN - IMO 7116286 though.

How beautiful she was! The golden balance between functionality & good looks - where did it go now?
Superb shot, Mike!

Regards,
Denis