Ukraine, a country where the past and present intertwine, offers a journey through the rich tapestry of culture, history, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Nestled in the heart of Eastern Europe, it is a land of contrasts, where the vibrancy of its cities complements the serene beauty of its countryside. Ukraine's cities are treasure troves of heritage, each telling its own unique story through ancient castles, historic streets, and monuments that have stood the test of time. As visitors wander through these cities, they encounter more than just the remnants of history; they experience...
Origin of the name Khotyn was explained in different ways: from man name Khotyn, widely spread in East Slavs in XI – XII c. (name means “nice”, “desired”); from a verb “khotet’” (want) or from name of chief of Kotizons’ clerks. Certain researches said about Turkic word “Hut” – “big fish”. Castle and city Khotyn left noticeable mark in history of Ukraine, Moldavia, Poland, Russia and Turkey. It is known that on a territory of future city was leaving Slavic tribes tivertsi (VIII – X centuries). In 2002 the city celebrated its millennium. Academics admit that at...
Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle: history Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle was built for protection of Turkish bridge, which was connective land neck between Old City, enclosed in a loop of the river, and the "mainland". On the ground of archaeological remains, on the territory of present-day castle in IX – XII centuries was a citadel with earthworks and wooden wall, which protected Slavic settlement of Kingdom of Galicia–Volhynia. Wooden defenses were changed by stone after fire at the turn of XII and XIII c. In 1240 Batu’s hordes, the ruler of the Golden Horde, breaking walls, stormed into the...
Tunnel of love as the most romantic place in Ukraine The small town Klevan in Rivno district all at once has become popular in Ukraine and even in Europe thanks to amazing length of railway, surrounded by trees. Tunnel of love in Rivne (Ukraine) has recently become popular as nobody heard about that place for many years. Today that place is justly called the most romantics place in Ukraine. A cursory look over images of Tunnel of love will help everybody make sure that this amazing place is sightworthy. This green tube in shape of arch with ideal proportions was created by underbrush...
High Castle is a range of attractions. Here is park "High Castle", which was founded in 1835, ancient settlement of the city, grotto and sculptures of lions, and the actual remains of the High Castle, which was built in the 13th century under the leadership of Galicia-Volyn Prince Lev on Castle Hill. High Castle in Ukraine: historical aspects The city is clearly visible from the High Castle. To climb here to overcome more than 123 meters up. This mountain - an artificial mound, which poured in 1900 Lviv Poles after the 300th anniversary of the Union of Lublin. It covered half a century, and...
Without this monument is difficult to imagine the face of modern Kyiv. In the eyes of foreign tourists it generates associations of our city. “Rodina mat” raises above all - the hills, the slopes of the Dnieper, bridges and gold-domed temples. It is clearly visible from the farthest points of the capital. Especially, it can be seen from the left bank of river Dniepr, where our guests often begin their acquaintance with Kyiv. Going on a trip from Boryspil airport or from many hotels in left bank, people admire the panorama of the right bank and, of course, pay special attention at this...
Kiev Pechersk Lavra in Ukraine is one of the biggest and greatest Orthodox churches. Monastery of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church has rank as a lavra. According to Nestor’s Chronicle it was founded in 1051 by reverend Antony as the cave monastery. Interesting facts about history of Kiev Pechersk Lavra in Ukraine On the basis of historical facts Kiev Pechersk Lavra is one of the monasteries in Rus, which set up a monachism. St. Anthony and Foektist, the abbot of Esphigmenou Monastery, on distant Mount Athos created the monastery originally as a cave monastery. This contribution had not gone...
Everything in the museum of nature called "Sofiyivka” have enchanting beauty. That’s the idea, a compositional decision of Sofiyivka in Uman made of imitations of the stories from the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, and some places look like habitation of the Greek gods, heroes and thinkers. Sofiyivsky Park in Ukraine: historical facts Sofiyivka was grounded on 1796 by magnate and owner of the town of Uman that period named Stanislav Pototskiy. The park was named as a tribute to Stanislav’s wife - Sofiya Vitt-Pototskaya. Sofiyivka was a compliment to her name day on May 1802....
National nature reserve "Khortytsya" - a kind of miniature of Ukraine. This piece of land on the Dnieper River, an area of 12.5 by 2.5 miles includes all geographies of the country from the steppe to the mountains and deserts. With over one thousand species of local plants - 105 endemic and 33 rare. There are 12 species of vertebrates and 33 species of invertebrates listed in the Red Book of Ukraine. It is believed that the name of Khortytsya went on behalf of the ancient god of the Eastern Slavs HORSE, which represented the sun. Khortytsya National Reserve - is not just the largest...
D. Yavornitsky Historical Museum in Dnepropetrovsk was founded in 1849 and is one of the oldest museums in Ukraine. At the root of the Yavornitsky Historical Museum in Dnepropetrovsk were the local leaders - A. Fabre, who was the governor of the province Ekaterinoslav and J. Grahov, who was a director of the gymnasium edge . A great contribution to the development of the museum did: a connoisseur and collector of stories, Paul A. and scientist, Academician D. Yavornytsky. The total area of the Yavornitsky Historical Museum in Dnepropetrovsk more than three thousand square...