Ukraine sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
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The nightlife of Ukraine, especially its large cities, is colorful and multifaceted. Foreign guests can choose from a quiet atmospheric bar, a loud …
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1. If you want to give flowers to a Ukrainian woman, you need to make sure that it is an odd number of flowers. An even number of flowers in a bouquet …
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History and Entertainment
Besides multiple excursions, the guests of Ukraine can take part in many other interesting entertainments. The Ukrainian Carpathians are a place where popular ski resorts are located. The most famous of them are Dragobrat, Bukovel and Yaremche. Despite the fact that the weather here is mild in winter, the resort season lasts for about 5 months. At the resorts, there are ski routes of different levels. Absolutely all resorts are suitable for families with children. Special playgrounds are equipped for younger guests. At the resorts, there are also slopes for sledding and places for other winter entertainments.
Taking children with you on a trip would be a good idea, because Ukraine can offer young travelers and their parents a lot of entertainment and …
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Fancy shopping centers with expensive brands’ shops, noisy markets where sounds mix, colors and smells, cozy departmental stores hidden in yards and …
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National and city parks of Ukraine
♥ State Botanical Garden 'Chernivets’kiy' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Chernobyl' . On the map
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♥ State Botanical Garden 'Donets’kiy' . On the map
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♥ State Botanical Garden 'Kam’yanets’-Podil’s’kiy' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Karpatskiy' . On the map
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♥ State Botanical Garden 'Chernivets’kiy' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Chernobyl' . On the map
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♥ State Botanical Garden 'Donets’kiy' . On the map
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♥ State Botanical Garden 'Kam’yanets’-Podil’s’kiy' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Karpatskiy' . On the map
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Castles of Ukraine
♥ Castle 'Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Khotyn Fortress' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kodak fortress' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kudryntsi Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Lutsk Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Khotyn Fortress' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kodak fortress' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kudryntsi Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Lutsk Castle' . On the map
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Palaces in Ukraine
♥ Palace 'Livadia Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Lubomirski Palace' Lviv. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Lubomirski Palace in Dubno' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Mariyinsky Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Massandra' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Livadia Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Lubomirski Palace' Lviv. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Lubomirski Palace in Dubno' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Mariyinsky Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Massandra' . On the map
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Famous and uniques places in Ukraine from our review series
Uzhgorod Synagogue
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Rare types of marble and decorative red bricks were used in the construction of the synagogue. Ceramic tiles were also the material for the construction of the building. It was one of the most expensive finishing materials in the early 20th century. The fate of the synagogue changed in the post-war years. Reconstruction of the … Read all
Kyiv Electric Transport Plant
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One of the largest plants of its kind in the world was used for its intended purpose until 2006. The decision to restructure it was made this year. The large-scale territory of the Kyiv plant is in complete disrepair today. It attracts those who like to walk in deserted places. Even though the entrance to the territory of the … Read all
Zholkovskaya Synagogue
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However, it was possible to start construction much later. The Zholkovskaya Synagogue was consecrated in 1698. It was significantly expanded in the 18th century. The synagogue acquired its current interior in 1908. Its large-scale reconstruction took place at the beginning of the 20th century. The gorgeous painting was applied to its walls during the reconstruction. The … Read all
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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Sightseeing in popular cities of Ukraine
Another popular historical site is Livadia Palace that was built at the beginning of the 20th century too. In the 19th century, the first royal residence was built at the site of the palace. Consequently, it was rebuilt completely upon the order of Emperor Nickolas II. He was really impressed by luxurious Italian residences. When he returned from Italy, the Russian Emperor wanted to build the one in his homeland. Today, the guests of Yalta can see the same palace as it was like in the period … Read more
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The Livadia Park is considered as an independent attraction. Today, it occupies almost 40 hectares. The park is thoroughly cared for. Over 400 plant species are presented here. In the park, you can walk along beautiful oleander alleys and see evergreen bushes and trees that are typical for local nature. Not so long ago, over 7 000 rosebushes were planted in the territory of the park. It is very interesting to visit the park during the blooming period. Several years ago, the Inverted … Read more
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Among the religious attractions, the Saint Sophia’s Cathedral, deserves special attention. The first mention of it dates back to the 13th century. For hundreds of years of its existence, the cathedral has been repeatedly destroyed, but was quickly restored and each time it became bigger and more spectacular. Now the cathedral is also considered a site of world heritage. The last major reconstruction in it was held in the 17th century. In the cathedral, many old decoration elements have been … Read more
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In 2007, the Assumption Cathedral was built. The first church at its site was built several hundred years ago. In 1935, it was completely destroyed. The military sanatorium was constructed at its site. Not so long ago, the city government decided to restore this old church. It was rebuilt in accordance with all the traditions of the Russian and Byzantium style. Near the temple, there is the beautiful park where you can walk along branched acacias and cypresses. The interesting culture … Read more
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The interesting monument in antique style is the Tower of the Winds built in the 19th century. Originally, the tower was built for the local library but it was destroyed in a large fire in 1955. The tower decorated with interesting bas-reliefs has been survived to this day and now is one of the main values of the city. The beautiful historic building of the late 19th century is occupied by the Sevastopol Art Museum. It houses the unique collection of sculptures, paintings, and drawings … Read more
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At the resort, there is the interesting Park of Miniatures. It offers its visitors to look at the small copies of the famous attractions of the region. Crimea in Miniature includes copies of such famous attractions, as the Vorontsov Palace, the Swallow’s Nest fortress, Funa, etc. This unusual outdoor museum was built on the territory of the beautiful park. All its extraordinary constructions are hidden by exotic plants. The important religious attraction at the resort is the Church … Read more
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The important historic attraction is Kherson Church. It started to be built in the second half of the 18th century. The defensive construction had been used as intended until 1866. When the fortress lost its strategic status, it came to the city government. In the second half of the 19th century, many constructions in the territory of the fortress were destroyed. New houses were built of stone in the city center. Today, the visitors of the fortress can see the preserved arsenal, several old … Read more
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