Natural monuments of Ukraine. Golden Gate, Kyiv

The main component of complex natural monuments of Ukraine are unique landscape and landscape forms of relief, that is, exotic rocks, river canyons, ancient ravines, river reaches, spits, single mountains and the like. These monuments are the most valuable. To the protected natural monuments Ukraine treats the same way.

Complex natural monuments

Very interesting complex natural monuments located on the territory of Ukraine are:

• Millennial oak by Maxim Zheleznyak(botanical monument) in Cherkasy region, grows on the territory of the tract. The oak itself is of great value, but its beauty is especially emphasized by the place where it grows - a steep hill.
• Rare birch trees would not cause delight if they did not grow on a steep wall stretching along the path to Vorokhta, located on Northern Slopes of the Carpathians.
• Rare nesting sites white handsome swans(zoological monument) benefits greatly from the fact that the birds chose a small cozy lake in deserted places as their place of residence Volyn Polesie.
• Very unique black beaver colony on a picturesque Tchaikovsky Island in the Kremenchug Sea.
• In Cherkasy region There are two complex natural monuments that are of historical significance.
  1. IN Chernobaevsky district in the Burty tract there are fragments of a building built for defense against the Polovtsians fortresses from the time of Yaroslav the Wise. The chronicle city of Buroml, and later Buromlya (now the village of Bolshaya Burimka) is located on the slopes of a high hill, on the right bank of the Sula River, from which everything is clearly visible Ambassador. The hump cuts into the swampy floodplain with steep triangular ledges. Around the city there were three rows of powerful earthen ramparts, the so-called Serpentine shafts more than 5 meters high. During the excavations, charred rye, millet, and barley were found. They excavated a dugout in which there were millstones. Remains of ceramic dishes and stone molds for casting women's jewelry were also found. The fortifications of the 11th century were built from thick oaks and clay. Many arrowheads, both Slavic and Polovtsian, have been found.
  2. Has educational value Cossack Val with areas of undeveloped virgin land in Lisyansky district. The height of the shafts is more than 10 meters, the perimeter is 8 kilometers, total area 8 hectares. A very unique and original relief of the shafts. Typical vegetation of the Right Bank steppe zone of Ukraine grows on the territory of the monument.
• Famous complex natural monument Lelia tract in the Dnepropetrovsk region. An oak-maple grove and a patch of steppe covered with virgin vegetation form above the river Aurelius original landscape. Horseshoe Mount Maple as if protecting the eternal landscape and virgin steppes.
  
• On the banks of the river there are fragments of defensive structures erected in the 18th century to protect against attack. Crimean Tatars. Among the dilapidated fortifications, steppe vegetation was perfectly preserved. There are especially many different medicinal plants here. Even on earthen defensive structures a rare plant grows - Lessing's feather grass. The tract is home to about 50 species of birds, including kestrel, buzzard, long-eared owl, etc.
• Attractions include rare picturesque landscapes in floodplains and along river banks. This Goryn slopes in Volyn- the northernmost section of the forest-steppe, which extends into Western Polesie, with oak and pine plantations.
• IN Vinnytsia region V tract Knyaginya on both banks Kamka River Among the forest plantations, individual sandstones of various shapes come to the surface. There are also springs that feed the Kamenka River. Spring adonis grows on the steep rocky slopes of the tract.
• IN Yampolsky district in the Stenka tract On the steep slope of the left bank of the Dniester, ash trees grow; in the lower part of the slope there are individual oaks aged 300-380 years. There are also many sandstone outcrops here.
• Gaydamat well-source in the center of the forest reminds of the historical past Podolia.
• In Ternopil region(Buchatsky district) a classic complex attraction is a limestone outcrop with a waterfall and a cave Seven Sources. Together with the forest plantation, it occupies 3 hectares.
• Typical Polesie tracts of Chernihiv region also refer to complex attractions. There are also mixed forests, beaver runs, and rare areas of swamp, meadow and forest vegetation.
• IN Lavrik tract(the old bed of the Seim River) is located beaver settlement. The outstanding complex monument of the region is Mezin Switzerland- magnificent mountain landscape. Archaeological and paleontological remains have been found here, in particular a settlement of mammoth hunters.
• In Lviv region valuable original landscapes with remnants of steppe vegetation have the mountains Lysaya, Vysokaya, Svyatoy, Shulitskaya, Barn Owl, Hera and White Stone.
• 10 monuments of republican significance include mountain landscapes. Three of them are located in the Carpathian region.
  1. Mountains Zhivopisnaya and Kosovo in the Galician region- a rare combination of rocky hills with gypsum outcrops covered with relict steppe vegetation. There are a lot of spring adonis growing here.
  2. Verkhnee Ozerishche tract- a very picturesque basin under mountain Gropa. There are beautiful landscapes here, high-mountain Carpathian forests and subalpine meadows.
  3. IN Transcarpathian region in Volovets district located mountain Tall Stone . These are picturesque rocky landslides on the main watershed of the Eastern Carpathians; sessile oak grows here.

There are also interesting complex natural monuments in other areas. The natural monuments of Ukraine are treated the same

Sights of Ukraine. The most important and interesting sights of Ukrainian cities: photos and videos, descriptions and reviews, location, websites.

What else to see in Ukraine

Ukraine is associated with the generosity of rosy-cheeked housewives who treat them to fragrant dumplings, round dances of girls in emerald fields, cheerful dances and noisy fairs. There are many riches here, both natural and man-made. And the sea, washing the resort part of Ukraine, attracts many lovers of beach and active recreation.

The most famous attractions are located in the capital of Ukraine Kyiv:

• monastery of the Kiev Pechersk Lavra (1051), built in Rus' during the time of Yaroslav the Wise.
• St. Sophia Cathedral is a unique monument of ancient Russian architecture and main temple Kyiv metropolitans, of particular value are the 11th century frescoes with images of saints, portraits of members of the princely family, and scenes of princely hunting.
• St. Andrew's Church,
• The Golden Gate is a city gate built in the 12th century,
• Khreshchatyk - the main street Kyiv,
• Maidan of Independence.

Lviv offers tourists a lot of interesting things - “a city with a taste of coffee”, somewhat reminiscent of Krakow and Prague, but retaining its individuality. In it you can see many cathedrals, churches, towers, ancient buildings, and markets.

The small ancient Ukrainian town of Khotyn, Chernivtsi region, which celebrated its millennium, offers guests the Khotyn fortress, built by the ancient Slavs and having an important defensive role. Prince Danilo Galitsky in the 8th century replaced the wooden walls of the fortress with stone ones, which have survived to this day.

In Odessa, it’s worth strolling along the boulevards where A.S. Pushkin walked, and touching the trees that the great Russian poet may have admired, going to Central Market and to the opera house.

Kamenets-Podolsky Castle (Kamenets Nature Reserve) is a 12th century fortress, as if growing out of stone rocks, the pearl of the old city of Kamenets-Podolsky, numbering 175 buildings - cultural monuments.

In Poltava you can visit the Museum of the Battle of Poltava and the field where Peter I defeated the Swedes. Or you can see Sorochintsy and Dikanka and walk through the places of Gogol.

Near small town Kanev there is a monument to Taras Shevchenko and a museum where you can see manuscripts, drawings and books of the Ukrainian writer.

View of Independence Square

Independence Square, called “Maidan” by Ukrainians, – main square capital Cities. This is an object that tourists and guests of the city must visit. People here like to wander around the fountains, take pictures next to the majestic monument and just take a walk. Several main streets of Kyiv adjoin the Maidan: Khreshchatyk, Institutskaya, Sofiyskaya, Mikhailovskaya.

The square changed its name several times: in the 19th century, at its location there was a wasteland with the ruins of defensive structures, then the first name became Khreshchatynskaya, then Dumskaya Square, and only in the year Ukraine gained independence (1991) did it receive its current name.

Despite the loud “metropolis”, Kyiv, surrounded by greenery, is loved for its warmth and comfort. If you are wondering what to visit in Ukraine, don’t hesitate, come to Kyiv! There is an incredible number of places unique in their beauty and historical value, where Independence Square is one of the main attractions of the capital. In 2004 and 2014, the square became the center of protest rallies and revolutionary events in Ukraine.

3. Deribasovskaya street (Odessa)

Deribasovskaya street, glorified by poets and writers

Odessa is a southern pearl, a hospitable city that has a soul. Imbued with the salty spray of the Black Sea and subtle Odessa humor, the city amazes with its hospitality and endless charm. Travel companies offer any tours around the country, but you should definitely visit southern Palmyra.

There is definitely something to see here: magnificent Opera theatre, many historical monuments, gloomy catacombs, small streets and cozy courtyards of the old city. But there is something special in Odessa - Deribasovskaya Street, sung in poetry and songs, a kind of calling card of the city. There is no noisy transport here, you can calmly stroll along the pedestrian pavement, paved with paving stones, and plunge headlong into the indescribable atmosphere of the great city. On Deribasovskaya there are many cafes, restaurants, summer areas, it is simply thoroughly saturated with Odessa flavor. City garden, monument to Utesov, street musicians and artists, and next to it is a chic store “Passage”, which is a monument architecture of the 19th century century, attracts the eyes of strolling guests of the city. Here you want to smile just like that, for no reason, breathe deeply, then buy some trinket as a souvenir and fall in love with this city for life.

4. Khotyn Fortress (Chernivtsi region, Khotyn)

Khotyn Fortress - an example of medieval defensive architecture

The sights of Ukraine are located in every corner of this unique country. The Khotyn fortress is one of the most spectacular places that any tourist should definitely visit. This is a real monument great history Rus', which is already a little over 1000 years old.

Initially, the structure was a small fortress built by the Slavs from wood. Its function was to protect the local people from invaders. When the Mongol-Tatar yoke conquered Rus', the role of this fort greatly increased; it guarded the most important crossing on the Dniester River from raids by nomadic robbers.

Later, the first small stone fortress was built here. Over time it was expanded and rebuilt after being destroyed by nomads. Until the 19th century, battles constantly took place at this site. The Khotyn fortress also hosted the assault of Russian troops. I even wrote about this in my ode M. Lomonosov. However, the fort later lost its military status. The settlement received its own coat of arms, and a church was built inside in honor of Alexander Nevsky. Currently the fortress is a museum. Inside there is a monument to Hetman Peter Sagaidachny, 5 towers, churches, princely palace, barracks, entrance to the dungeon, ruins of a mosque and a military school. Many famous films were filmed in Khotyn, for example, “The Three Musketeers”. Khotyn Fortress is a wonderful place, with a special atmosphere, where history comes to life.

5. Hagia Sophia (Kyiv)

Hagia Sophia is one of the symbols of the Ukrainian capital

If you don’t know what to visit in Ukraine, then be sure to visit the Hagia Sophia Cathedral, built by order of Yaroslav the Wise in the 11th century. Initially, the structure consisted of 13 domes, over time 6 more were added. The temple was often destroyed due to the attacks of robber-invaders, survived the onslaught of the Tatar-Mongol yoke, Batu’s detachment completely demolished and plundered the cathedral.

By the beginning of the 15th century, the building was badly damaged, and services for the townspeople ceased. Metropolitan Peter decided to call an Italian architect to restore the cathedral in the 17th century. The building is now pear-shaped, the walls are decorated with stucco, and icons and frescoes have been restored inside.

Now the Hagia Sophia is included in the UNESCO list (list World Heritage), services are held only on great Christian holidays; the rest of the time the temple is open to tourists. The building is very beautiful and unique. One of the domes of the cathedral reminds of Jesus, the rest - of the apostles and evangelists who preached Christ. The mosaic decorating the central dome and arches has been preserved in the temple since the 11th century. Scenes from the Bible are reflected not only in the mosaics, but also in the frescoes. In total, there are more than 100 graves on the territory of the cathedral, including the rest of Yaroslav the Wise and his family.

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6. Tunnel of Love (Klevan, Rivne region)

The Tunnel of Love is a place of pilgrimage for romantics and newlyweds

Many tourists wonder: what to see in Ukraine? There are many beautiful places in this country, one of them is the Tunnel of Love. This place is considered one of. This attraction is especially popular among romantics and newlyweds who come here to make a wish, and photographers who get a lot of high-quality and interesting photographs. There is a tunnel in the forest near the city of Klevan in the Rivne region. It is easy to get there by train. The Tunnel of Love is a 1 km long section of forest. Inside there are rails on which a real factory train runs. He maintains this place in this condition by breaking off overgrown tree branches.

It is best to observe the tunnel at the end of spring, summer and early autumn, because all this time there is a lot of foliage on the trees, which gives a special romance and mystery through the play of light and shadows. However, it’s beautiful here even after a good snowfall – time seems to stop, and life around you freezes. But beware of the train that can ruin such a wonderful moment by rushing through the tunnel.

Not far from this place is located medieval castle, shrouded in legends and myths, so the Tunnel of Love is one of the most romantic places in Europe for lovers.

7. Svyatogorsk Dormition Lavra (Svyatogorsk, Donetsk region)

Assumption Lavra - the beauty and pride of Svyatogorsk

On majestic mountain, surrounded by chalk rocks on the banks of the beautiful Seversky Donets River, like a vision of bygone times, the shrine of Eastern Ukraine - the Svyatogorsk Assumption Lavra - is buried in greenery. The view from the top of the cliff is amazing. But the monastery itself, which includes an ensemble of several churches and a cave monastery complex, rises from the bright waters of the Donets to the very top of the holy mountain. Majestic as an eagle's nest, it was chosen by hermits for their home.

Since ancient times, the banks of the river have been ringing with the sound of a bell, announcing peace and prosperity. The Lavra includes many interesting monuments of architecture and art. Few sights of Ukraine can compare with the Svyatogorsk shrine in its grandeur.

The history of the monastery goes back to ancient times. Back in the 8th century, fleeing persecution and moving to the northern Black Sea region, the inhabitants of Greek monasteries founded the first cave settlements on the banks of the Seversky Donets River. The cave monastery on the Svyatogorsk rock enjoyed special respect and sincere love from the people. People revered the monastery for the severity of monastic life, the holiness of the brothers who lived here and their asceticism. Currently, many tourists and pilgrims come to this place, unique in its amazing beauty and power.

8. Old castle of Kamenets-Podolsky (Kamianets-Podolsky, Khmelnitsky region)

Museum city under open air

Kamenets-Podolsky makes the most pleasant impression: a small, green, clean and incredibly bright town. Having been here once, you will definitely want to come again. Residents of the city treat their relics with reverence and care, so there is almost no in its original form preserved unique place– The Old Town, where the medieval architectural monument Kamenets-Podolsk Fortress is located. If you want to know what to see in Ukraine, visit this place, incredible in its energy and beauty.

At the exit from the old town, a majestic view of the Old Castle of Kamenets-Podolsky opens. After crossing the bridge over the canyon, you enter its territory and feel as if you are plunging into the Middle Ages. The harsh appearance, powerful walls with masonry, defensive structures, stone-earth bastion fortifications, and castle towers are literally mesmerizing.

The history of the Old Fortress began in the 12th century. Already in those days it reliably defended the city, and in the 15th century, after being captured by the Poles, it was the most important defensive point of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Until the 19th century, the city was conquered in turn by the Turks, Poles, and the Russian Empire, and when it ceased to have its former military significance, it became a museum-reserve and one of the most visited Ukrainian attractions.

9. Schönborn Castle (Transcarpathian region)

Elegant Schönborn hunting castle

Hunting estate – country residence Counts Shenborn, located in Transcarpathia in the Beregvar tract near the village of Chinadievo near Mukachevo. This is one of the best preserved palaces in Ukraine. Nowadays it is called the Karpaty sanatorium. The unique structure fascinates visitors with its unsurpassed beauty and grandeur. Huge park, the purest Carpathian air, tranquility and tranquility - this is what attracts a lot of tourists to visit this lovely corner and stay there longer.

To see unique architectural structures, it is not necessary to go abroad. Local guides will offer you excellent and inexpensive holiday in Transcarpathia with a visit to ancient palaces, crystal clear lakes and powerful waterfalls. Schönborn Castle will make you feel like an Austrian aristocrat. Despite the fact that it looks like a medieval building, it is considered quite young. At the beginning of the 19th century, the building was a small wooden hunting lodge; subsequently, in its place, by order of the count, the best architects designed and built a huge stone palace. The sights of Ukraine, perfectly preserved to this day, located in the park area, remain attractive to tourists.

10. Khortitsa Island (Zaporozhye)

Khortitsa Island - the Cossack past of Zaporozhye

If you look at the sights of Ukraine, you can’t help but remember the big island state - Khortitsa, 12 km long and about 2.5 km wide. Even during the time of the Scythians, various tribes enjoyed natural protection and chose it for their settlements. There is still a pagan sanctuary on the island. According to legends, it was here that the Kiev prince Svyatoslav died in a battle with the Pechenegs.

But most famous island made by Ukrainian Cossacks. According to some reports, they set up a camp here, and then even proclaimed the island the capital of their republic. True, there is other information, but the island, overgrown with legends, refuses to accept it, and it is here that the Museum of the Ukrainian Cossacks and the historical and cultural complex “Zaporizhian Sich” function.

Khortytsia influenced the works of Taras Shevchenko, Nikolai Lysenko, Ilya Repin. visited him and Maksim Gorky .

Today the island is huge museum complex, surrounded by water and rocks. Since 2005, it has acquired the status national reserve. Part of the territory is almost untouched; many plants and animals that live here are listed in the Red Book. Arboretum, equestrian theater, wonderful observation decks complement the list for tourists to visit. They can visit the sights or simply relax on the shore, swimming, fishing and eating barbecue.

Sights of Ukraine: what else to visit while in Ukraine

If you have not yet planned which ones you will order, our list will become a real “lifesaver”, identifying the most interesting options and settlements. We present current descriptions with photos, based on which it will not be difficult for you to make your final choice.

11. Bernardine Church and Monastery (Lviv)

Interior of the Bernardine Church in Lviv

Lviv, a city of attractions and tourists, often tops the list of what to visit in Ukraine. Among the most interesting and majestic to see is the Church of St. Andrew, which became the first stone church in the city. Legend has it that the Bernardine Order arrived in the city in the 15th century, but long time they were not allowed to build a monastery and a temple so that enemies could not penetrate the city. Then a compromise decision was made. The fighting monks built a monastery of stone and allowed the walls to integrate into the city's defensive system. If necessary, they went out to the city walls and fought shoulder to shoulder with the townspeople.

The church itself was built in 1600-1630. Architects P. Rimlyanin and A. Bemer belonged to fans of different styles, but the result was all the more interesting. There are sculptures of four saints on the façade, and the interior is richly decorated in the Baroque style. The ceiling was painted by the famous B. Mazurkevich. The cells are attached to the northern wall of the temple. The wooden parts have not survived, but most were made anew according to the exact model.

According to another legend, in the 17th century, Bogdan Khmelnitsky did not destroy the city only because the ghost of a monk appeared to him. A column in memory of this still stands today, although it is not wooden, but stone. In 1733-1734 a bell tower was added to the south.

12. Marble Cave (Crimea, Chatyr-Dag massif)

Inside the Marble Cave

When looking for what to see in Ukraine, you definitely need to look into Marble Cave, which is considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. It was opened in 1987 and has since become a favorite of tourists.

It is inferior in size to the world's monsters, reaching only two kilometers. For safe visiting, only half is open. There is lighting, handrails in the right places, and concrete paths for the convenience of visitors. The largest hall, Obvalny, is 100 m long and 28 m high. Since the formation appeared in the rock of marble limestone, the name was determined by itself.

The beauty of the cave is in the huge stalactites and stalagmites, sinter draperies, helictite flowers, recognized as unique, corralite patterns, stone altars, chandeliers and columns. In the lower gallery there is a natural mineralogical museum, where speleotours are held for 3 hours lasting.

There is no free entrance to the cave, 5 are offered excursion tours. It’s worth preparing for a visit - take warm clothes, since the temperature there, even on the hottest day, is no more than 9 degrees Celsius. Comfortable shoes are also a must, as you will have to walk a lot. You will not find such a landmark in Ukraine anywhere else.

13. Lake Synevyr (Mizhhirya, Transcarpathian region)

Water surface mountain lake Synevyr

Lake Synevyr is called the decoration of the Ukrainian Carpathians. The purest fresh lake is located on the territory of the Synevyr Nature Reserve and covers an area of ​​approximately 5 hectares. Scientists believe that this miracle appeared as a result of a rock collapse. For tourists, the main thing is to admire the exceptional beauty of this landmark of Ukraine and the clear water of the mountain streams that fill the reservoir.

The depth is quite large, ranging from 4.5-24 meters, but even in the deepest deep place you can see the water almost to the very bottom. Thanks to this, the lake looks like a natural aquarium. While floating on a raft, you can put your hand in the water and wait for the touch of the most shy fish in the world - trout. She, like many other species of fish, swims here in schools.

The air is not only clean, but also ringing with the natural sounds of birds, animals, the splashing of water and the rustling of plants. Prohibited here motor boats and loud sounds, so your vacation will not only be pleasant, but also beneficial for your health. The nervous system, hearing and vision will be able to throw off the burden of civilization at least for a short time. Such sights of Ukraine remind a person that nature is his cradle, salvation and pure pleasure.

14. Ukrainian Carpathians (northwest Ukraine)

Carpathian protected areas

The huge territory of the Ukrainian part of the Carpathians reaches 280 km in length and 50-100 km in width. Together with the territory of the foothills, this is more than 3,700 square meters. km.

The attraction for tourists lies in the landscape. On the Ukrainian side the mountains are a little lower and more convenient for climbing. But this did not affect the diversity of preserved natural resources. Great amount large and medium-sized rivers, including Tisa, Prut, Dniester, more than 30,000 large streams allow flora and fauna not to lack water. There are about 60 water points open here, where you can receive health treatment. mineral waters, which made it possible to create balneological resorts on their basis.

Beech forests Ukrainian Carpathians protected by UNESCO as an untouched natural complex. There is a large nature reserve and several dozen protected natural parks on the territory, occupying 13% of the area.

There is something to see in Ukraine if you come to the Carpathians. The most popular and exotic attractions include the Shipot and Manyavsky waterfalls, the mud volcano in the village. Starunya, Narcissus Valley, a number of lakes.

In winter the region turns into ski resort world-class, with trails of different levels, developed infrastructure and the opportunity to experience the vibrant culture of the local population.

15. Lutsk Castle (Upper Lutsk)

Entrance tower of Lutsk Castle

Business card the city of Lutsk remains ancient monument architecture, which was mentioned in the chronicles of 1075. In 1340-1350, instead of wooden walls, stone ones were erected, and it still stands in this form.

The fortress managed to repel the attacks of enemies for many centuries, including even the Mongol-Tatars. It became the cultural, political and religious center of Volyn. Tourists can look at the perfectly preserved features of the buildings, since the fortress has now acquired the status historical museum and is protected by law as a national monument.

The entire complex of this landmark of Ukraine is built in the shape of a triangle. If you climb the Entrance Tower from the western wall, Lutsk in all its diversity will spread under your feet. Inside the tower there is an exhibition of paintings and engravings of antiquity and vintage maps terrain. Several exhibitions on the lower floors will introduce you to ancient versions of keys, the art of local glassblowers, and toys. In the courtyard there is an exhibition of medieval weapons.

Among the surviving buildings are parts of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, built 9 centuries ago. Near it is an exhibition of ancient building material. There is an exhibition of ancient books at the Printing Museum. The pride of Ukraine, a collection of bells, is also presented in the Lutsk Castle. Everyone who comes to the fortress will find something that will touch their heart.

16. Park Kievan Rus

Inside the complex

The Kievan Rus Park is located just 45 minutes from modern Kyiv - Kyiv region, Obukhov district, Kopachov village. The complex is not a museum or exhibition, but a real living medieval city, with its charming inhabitants, masterpieces of architecture, delicious dishes from the fire, ancient crafts and horseback riding, incredibly spectacular medieval shows.

On an area of ​​more than 20 hectares, based on the knowledge of modern science, archeology and chronicles, the capital of the great medieval power of Kievan Rus - Ancient Kyiv from the 5th to the 13th centuries is being recreated. The city is being built to its size historical center, known as the Kyiv Detinets or the City of Vladimir. It also recreates the atmosphere and spirit of this glorious era.

Guests will find museums of historical costume, medieval music, wooden architecture, exhibitions of siege technology, shipbuilding, and even a medieval torture chamber. The Principality of Kievan Rus is a one-of-a-kind platform where large-scale historical battles are recreated in an authentic historical setting, spectacular championships in medieval combat, knightly and archery tournaments are held, the armor and weapons of medieval warriors are demonstrated, and the culture, life and atmosphere of Kievan Rus are recreated.

17. Pysanka Museum (Kolomaia)

Museum of decorative Easter eggs in the city of Kolomyia AMartiniouk

The original European country of Ukraine, it would seem, is so close and understandable to each of us, but during the journey it opens up from completely different, amazing angles. In order for a trip to Ukraine to bring maximum impressions, it is worth mentioning the most significant attractions of Ukraine briefly and planning interesting route. In the Ivano-Frankivsk region, in the town of Kolomyia, you can see the world's largest Easter egg - a peculiar painted structure is the Easter Egg Museum "Pysanka". The museum's exhibitions include more than ten thousand exhibits - these are painted eggs from different regions of Ukraine, as well as specimens from other countries - from Russia and Belarus, to Egypt and China. A pride of place in the exhibition is occupied by a collection of Easter eggs, decorated famous people- artists, politicians, including Leonid Kuchma and Viktor Yushchenko.

18. Old Town (Lviv)

Market Square in the Old Town of Lviv Participant:Vodnik
Historical Buildings in the Old Town of Lviv

Valuable historical and cultural attractions of Ukraine are an important component of its tourism potential. Among them it is worth highlighting Old city Lviv is wonderful historical monument, where you can wander along the cobblestone streets, as if transported back in time several centuries ago. A walk like this conveys the amazing feeling of comfort that can only be obtained by walking through an area steeped in its history. In a very modest area, amazingly collected a large number of ancient buildings - these are four large churches, and three ethnic quarters, and several dozen centuries-old houses, all kinds of sculptures and even fragments of a fortress. Holidays in the old town are complemented by numerous souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes where you can relax while walking.

19. Mukachevo Castle (Mukachevo)

Palanok Castle on a 68-meter volcanic mountain in the background Carpathian Mountains

Among the surviving fortifications of Ukraine, it is worth highlighting Palanok - the largest castle in Transcarpathia, the date of construction of which is no longer known for certain - the sources only mention that in the 11th century this citadel managed to successfully repel an attack by the troops of the Polovtsian Khan. The castle changed its owners several times, and each new owner contributed to its strengthening and reconstruction. And to this day, from its 68-meter height, it proudly looks at guests of the town of Mukachevo who want to see such an impregnable, majestic fortress. In the 50s of the last century, there was a technical school within the walls of the castle, and students lived in the barracks. And from 1989 to this day, there has been a museum with a collection of sculptures and paintings, and an exhibition of cultural objects and everyday life of Transcarpathian residents from the 12th to the 20th centuries.

20. Park Sofievka (Uman)

Corner of Sofievka Park on the banks of the Kamenka River in Uman Fr Maxim Massalitin
Entrance to the underground river Acheron in Sofievka park in Uman Uk-Kamelot

In search of Ukrainian attractions for children, we recommend going to the small town of Uman, which is famous for its Sofievka dendrological park. This great place For family vacation where you can see all the beauty local nature, in all its colors and abundance. The park spread out on the banks of the Kamenka River, over an area of ​​180 hectares, more than two hundred years ago. This example of landscape art was created by the Polish count for his wife Sophia, after whom it was named. To create it, a very successful, varied landscape was chosen, with hills, ravines and large granite blocks along the banks. Even today, the park has a special romantic atmosphere, pleasing the eye with the beauty of ponds, fountains, man-made waterfalls, and sculptures. You can take a walk along the numerous shady alleys, ride horses or go along the waters of Kamenka on boats and catamarans.

21. Pochaev Lavra (Pochaev)

Holy Dormition Pochaev Lavra - the largest Orthodox temple complex and monastery
In the underground temple of Job Pochaevsky in the Pochaev Lavra Boris Mavlyutov

Pochaev Dormition Lavra, or Pochaev Monastery, is the largest temple complex in the country, which was once the main spiritual center of Western Rus'. In terms of its scale, today it is second only to the Kiev Pechersk Lavra. The monastery is located in the center of the town of Pochaev, on a high hill, so its snow-white facade and golden domes can be seen from afar. One can only guess about the time of the founding of the complex from scattered legends and chronicles: it is believed that the monks, driven from the Kiev Pechersk Lavra in the 13th century by Mongol-Tatar troops, fled to this region and founded a monastery here. So first a wooden church was erected, then the stone Holy Assumption Church grew, and in 1649 the Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity appeared on a hill. Today the Pochaev Lavra is not just an object of pilgrimage, but also a major Orthodox educational center.

22. Radomysl Castle (Radomysl)

General view of the building of the historical and cultural complex “Radomysl Castle” Olga Bohomolec press-office

Mentioning the sights of northern Ukraine, it is worth noting that this region is rich in ancient buildings - monastery complexes, museums, fortresses and others historical buildings. The Radomysl Castle Museum deserves special attention - a real medieval fortress, where everything is permeated with the spirit of antiquity. In the 17th century, a paper factory was built here, and the populated area of ​​the town of Radomyshl became fortified. Later, the papirnya was destroyed, and in its place a mill was erected, which operated until the start of the First World War. Later everything turns into ruins, and only in 2007 the ruins are restored new life, the castle building rises again in its original location, maintaining its authentic features. Today, within its walls you can look into the museum of Ukrainian household icons, visit concert hall chamber music or have a snack in the medieval refectory.

23. Gosprom (Kharkov)

Soviet skyscraper (1925-1928) on Freedom Square in Kharkov Sergiy Krinitsya (Haidamac)

Choosing attractions in Ukraine in winter, when there are opportunities hiking limited, you can go to Kharkov to see one of the first high-rise buildings of the beginning of the last century - the house of State Industry. This building, erected in the 20s of the last century, had an incredible height for those times - 63 meters, and together with the television tower installed on top already in the 50s, the height is even more - 108 meters. The fact is that at the beginning of the 20th century there was a question about appointing Kharkov as the capital, so it was decided to build something grandiose in the center of the city. This is how the Gosprom building appeared, incredible in size, made in the constructivist style. Considering that all the work was then carried out almost manually, the scale of construction was colossal - workers from all over the USSR worked at the construction site in 3 shifts, and in 3 years the building grew up, becoming one of the main symbols of the city.

24. Olesko Castle (Olesko village)

Western facade of Olesko Castle on the outskirts of the village of Olesko Oleh.zavadsky

To this day, Ukraine carefully preserves on its lands a number of medieval castles that were silent witnesses of many historical events. Visitors are invariably impressed by the inaccessibility of fortifications and defensive fortifications. However, only a few of these buildings can boast not just of their power, but also of the beauty, grace and elegance of architecture. One of these buildings is the Olesko Castle, which today houses a branch of the Lviv Art Gallery with exhibits representing various areas of medieval art. Among other things, this is also the oldest castle preserved in Ukraine; it was built over many years in the 13th-14th centuries by the Galician-Volhynian princes. It is worth noting that Olesko, Zolochevsky and Podgoretsky castles are included in the popular a tourist route in the outskirts of Lviv, called “ golden horseshoe Lviv region."

25. Akkerman Fortress (Belgorod-Dnestrovsky)

View of the Akkerman fortress on the rocky shore of the Dniester estuary Alexey M.
Performance at the walls of the Akkerman fortress Evgeny Katyshev

In the center small town Belgorod-Dnistrovsky, located on the coast of the Dniester estuary, is worth a visit main symbol city, the largest fortress in Ukraine - Akkerman. This is a huge bastion that was built and strengthened over many years from the 13th to the 15th centuries. Once upon a time there was an ancient greek city- Tyra, which occupied the most important place in the trade of the Northern Black Sea region, and to this day, near the fortress walls, you can find excavations of the city and even a whole street with houses and water supply. The complex of fortifications occupies an impressive area of ​​9 hectares, and towers are installed in its most important strategic areas - today 26 of 34 of them have survived. On the coast itself rises the most important and spectacular object - the citadel, near whose walls today festivals and theatrical performances with knight competitions are held .

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