Kiev is not in vain called the mother of Russian cities.So many monuments of culture and so rich in history, not every city in the world can boast. Therefore, local residents do not pose such a question to tourists: "What to see in Kiev?". We suggest starting acquaintance with the city from the historical and spiritual shrine of not only the Ukrainian people - the whole Orthodox world of Eastern Europe.
Coming out on the metro station "Arsenalnaya", we immediatelyturn left. About 10 minutes walk before us, with its golden domes, the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, located on the hilly high banks of the Dnieper, will glisten. To this historic place, they say, once said Andrew Pervozvanny himself, who said that the glory of God will shine on these hills. The monastery has its history since 1051. It was then that the Monk Anthony, the founder of Russian monasticism, dug the first dugout here, in remote caves. The influx of people willing to devote themselves to the service of God, their lives have increased over time, so that in the cramped caves they all lacked space.
The monastery from the moment of creation attracted influential and noble people, who sought in it solutions to life and moral issues. Thanks to their contributions and donations, it expanded and developed.
Formed an advanced part of the monastics,in addition, turned this monastery into a cultural center. He eventually became a kind of academy, preparing Orthodox pastors. For example, from the number of his monks already by the beginning of the 13th century more than 50 bishops were appointed. They traveled to different parts of the country to fulfill their pastoral mission.
The most tragic events in its history occurredin 1917, after the October Revolution. Lavra, like other churches in Kiev, was ruined. Her property, according to the decree of the Soviet government, was nationalized. In 1930, ceased to exist as a monastery Kiev-Pechersk Lavra (Kiev). Today it is divided into 2 parts - a museum and a functioning monastery. In its territory, in addition, there are buildings of the Seminary and the Kiev Theological Academy.
The capital of Ukraine is famous for its churches, templesand cathedrals. The most popular churches in Kiev: St. Sophia Cathedral, St. Andrew's Church, St. Vladimir's Cathedral, Desyatinnaya and St. Cyril's churches, St. Michael's Golden-domed Cathedral, St. Nicholas Church, Holy Trinity Cathedral and others. Let's talk a little more about the St. Sophia Cathedral. It became today actually a museum. Only in strictly designated days can one pray to God. Other cathedrals of Kiev are open for visiting.
In the 11th century, the order for its construction was givenYaroslav the Wise. According to one of the versions, his erection was connected with the arrival of Metropolitan Theopempt to the city. The cathedral was originally a 13-dome structure. A few centuries later, six more chapters were added to it. The building was reconstructed by the 17th century, in the style of the Ukrainian baroque.
The cathedral is not just for 10 centuriesexistence was attacked by invaders. He survived the invasion of Batu in the 13th century, the hordes of which destroyed almost the whole building and carried away all the valuable utensils. The church was also robbed two centuries later by the Crimean Tatars, who killed Makarii, the Metropolitan of Kiev. With the onset of the Soviet regime, the council decided to close it. It became a museum-preserve. In it, after Ukraine withdrew from the USSR, divine services were resumed. However, the building was soon included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and in the temple, according to this, services were banned.
What to see in Kiev, except religiousmonuments? There are many options. Another attraction of the city, the National Museum of the Second World War, is located near the laurels. Back in 1943, the countdown of his history began. Then it was decided to create this museum. However, the urgent need to restore the economy has been postponed for almost 30 years.
В 1974 году, 7 октября, в рамках мероприятий, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the liberation of the country from the Nazis, the museum was opened in a building that used to be the Klovsky Palace. In 1981, on May 9, the Memorial complex was also opened. According to the historical value of the exhibits and the size, it is one of the largest in Ukraine. Today this museum is the leading methodical and scientific-educational center dedicated to the military history of this country. Over 24 million visitors from about 200 countries of the world got acquainted with its exhibits during the existence of the memorial.
The museum is located at the base of the statue called"Motherland" height of more than 60 meters. Along the circumference of the foot are the exhibition halls. Their total length is about 5 km. The observation deck located at the height of the statue at a height of about 30 m offers a beautiful view of the vastness of Kiev. If you are not afraid of heights, we recommend you also admire the city views opening from the lower platform, which is located at the base of the statue, at the height of a 9-storey building.
Coming out of the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, go back to the sidest. "Arsenal". Passing it and walking along Grushevskogo street a little forward, you will get to the entrance to the Mariinsky Park. This is an amazingly beautiful example of park architecture from the period of the 18th and 19th centuries. The area of the Mariinsky Park is about 9 hectares. He is considered one of the oldest in the Ukrainian territory. The park was laid out in 1874. O. G. Nedzelsky, an experienced gardener, created his project.
Atmosphere in a seated old chestnut, maplesand the linden park is very cozy and quiet, disposed to philosophical reflections and quiet pastime. Once there was a children's railway on its territory, cheerful cries and children's laughter were heard. Here you can see a monument to the participants of the January Uprising, the heroes of the October Revolution, General Vatutin and many others.
Mariinsky Palace is one of the mainattractions of this park. It was erected in the 18th century by the project of V. Rastrelli, a famous architect from Italy. The palace was made in the Baroque style. He served as the temporary residence of Elizabeth, Empress. The second floor of this palace, made of wood, burned down in 1819 during a fire. And only at the end of the 19th century the palace was rebuilt according to a project developed by Mayevsky. This was done for the arrival of Alexander II and his wife, Empress Maria. The palace was named Mariinsky in her honor.
Today it serves as the official residence.Ukrainian president. He uses it for meetings with foreign delegations and statesmen of the world. The Supreme Council of Ukraine is located next to this palace. The area in front of the building is called Constitution Square.
In the Mariinsky park today there is a smallobservation deck. It offers an amazing view of the left bank of Kiev from the height of the Pechersk hills. From here you can also see the Dnieper, the Kiev river with many green islands. Passing into the depth of the park alley, you will come out to the summer stage, where various charity concerts and performances are held periodically. The stadium named after V. V. Lobanovsky, the greatest coach, is just below. Now it belongs to the most famous football team of Ukraine - Dynamo Kyiv.
Just below is the most romantic place.cities - the bridge of lovers. It connects two parks: Kreschatiy and Mariinsky. Many beliefs and legends are connected with this bridge. Young people who have been here consider it necessary to leave on the bridge as a sign of eternal love small locks, napkins and handkerchiefs, tied with a knot of tape. In addition, you can find the Arch of Friendship of Peoples, the Puppet Theater and the Water Museum on the territory of the Mariinsky Park. Last visit prices: 30 hryvnia for adults, 20 for children (when converted into Russian rubles, the cost may vary depending on fluctuations in the rate, but on average, the amount is 71-73 and 47-50 rubles, respectively). Descending from here even lower, you will go to the European Square and Khreshchatyk Street.
This is by far the most beautiful city street,his modern face. This is what you need to see in Kiev! For more than 200 years, the whirlpool of business, cultural and political life in Kiev has been seething here. Here, the first high-rise building in the city appeared, first gas and then electric lighting started, as well as the sewage system and running water, later on to other streets of Kiev. For the first time on Khreshchatyk the first Kyiv tram bell rang, its inhabitants were the first to feel the advantages of telegraph and telephone communications.
On this street, one of the shortest amongother central streets of European capitals (the length of Khreshchatyk is only 1,200 meters), Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Taras Shevchenko, Vladimir Mayakovsky, Joseph Mandelstam, Fyodor Shalyapin, and others walked. Looking at her, immersed in the greenery of chestnuts, it is hard to believe that 300 years ago Kreshchatinsky stream was here - the place where Prince Vladimir the Great baptized his boyars and squad.
This district, the center of Kiev, survived in the 19th centurygrand reconstruction, and from an abandoned place into a cultural center of the city and its main thoroughfare. It can be said that Khreshchatyk has since become a historical site of the capital of Ukraine, its business card, like New York’s Broadway or Nevsky Prospect in St. Petersburg. It was here that the most sophisticated and expensive shops, luxury hotels, banks once housed. And on the Independence Square was the building of the City Duma.
Tragically changed the look of Khreshchatyk events of 1941of the year. Almost all of its buildings lay in ruins. But the efforts of the people of Kiev street was rebuilt. The center of Kiev offers tourists and other attractions. One of the most popular is Independence Square.
Пройдя по Крещатику, рассматривая архитектурные the buildings of banks, we get to Independence Square - the central square of Kiev. The building of the Central Post Office, the Conservatory, the former Institute of Noble Maidens, which houses the International Cultural Center, and the Independence Monument, will attract your attention here.
Итак, мы вкратце рассказали, что посмотреть в Kiev Of course, the options are much more. These are just some of the city’s iconic places. It is definitely worth a visit. The streets of Kiev and its sights will not disappoint you.
