Top sigths of Ukraine
Kiev Pechersk Lavra is one more irreplaceable symbol of Kiev. This is a large complex of religious buildings, the history of which starts in 1051. This is the year when monks started transforming caves into monasteries and temples. It took as long as nine centuries to turn an empty space on the right bank of the Dnepr River into a beautiful complex of magnificent churches and monasteries. Kiev Pechersk Lavra suffered great damage during the years of World War II, for example, the reconstruction of the Uspensky Cathedral was finished only in 2000. Nowadays, this magnificent complex has not only religious but also great cultural importance as many of its buildings are true architectural landmarks. … OpenChapters of the guide to Koktebel
Cuisine and top restaurants
For economical travelers, a real find will be numerous cafes and restaurants, which offer pretty high-quality fast food. A huge selection of such institutions is situated on the "Desantnikov Street", as well as on the waterfront. In attractive restaurants you can order hot dogs or hot sandwiches, drink beer and try several kinds of pizza. It is worth noting that the pizza in Koktebel is simply excellent, … Open
Travel guide to Koktebel
Koktebel is primarily known as a beach resort. The total length of its beaches is about 4 000 m. The resort attracts more tourists in June and August. Fans of water entertainments have an opportunity to visit the local waterpark that is one of the largest in the region. It occupies almost 44 000 m2. In the waterpark, there are 7 pools, over 20 slides, and a lot of interesting water attractions. There are also … Open
Attractions and active leisure
On Mount Klementyev, where the Museum of Gliding is located, you can learn to fly on a paraglide. Those who are still afraid to fly on their own, are offered a more "sparing" kind of entertainment, they can fly on a paraglide along with an instructor. Travelers who have long dreamed of trying themselves in the role of an airplane pilot will have such an opportunity in Koktebel. Absolutely all after full instruction … Open
Cultural excursion through Koktebel - things to see
Of the tourist sites, the Gliding Museum on Mount Klementyev is noteworthy, where Korolev himself, the famous creator of spaceships, once lifted gliders into the sky. One of the most loved and visited places are the winery, on the territory of which there are daily interesting excursions. The main winery is on a hill in which tunnels for wine storage have been dug at two levels. The total length of the tunnels is … Open