- Category: Tourism
Tourism in Ukraine. Discover it for yourself.
Ukraine is little known to European tourists. But this does not mean that we have no interesting places to visit. Such a situation is out of the isolation of Ukraine during the Soviet Union. Now everything has changed dramatically, and Ukraine is waiting for tourists from around the World.
Kamenetz-Podolsk - located on the south-west of Ukraine. First of all, a city known for its ancient fortress. During the XI-XVII centuries Kamenetz-Podolsk fortress more than once tried to make enemies. It firmly defended the city, and now is a unique monument of history.
Chernivtsi - an ancient city, which should go to the foreign tourist to see the amazing mixture of cultures of different peoples. City, during its history, has repeatedly passed from the power of Moldavia, Turkey, Austria-Hungary, and Romania. In the heritage of the descendants, we got an amazing mix of architectural styles, Romanesque and Byzantine, Classical, Gothic, Baroque and other areas of architecture.
Carpathians. In winter, the various mountain-skiing base of Carpathians gives everyone a good rest. Well-equipped slopes and incredibly beautiful landscapes will surprise even the most demanding tourists. In summer, lovers of extreme tourism, can climb the highest peak Mount Ukraine Hoverla (2061 m above sea level), admire the beautiful waterfalls, swim in mountain rivers.
Kiev-Pechersk Lavra - a unique complex of caves dug by the monks and excellent churches. Age of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra over 1000 years. Tourists can see the home of monks, wander through ancient tunnels and witness the burial of monks, many of which are considered holy.
The peninsula of Crimea is in the sub-tropical zone and is washed by the warm Black Sea. The peninsula is well-developed resort and sanatorium sector. It should be noted, also, the excellent natural conditions. Here there are Crimean mountains and steppes, and forests and superb beaches. Best place for summer holidays you will not find.
In the Kharkiv region should visit Chuguivs'kyi Art Memorial Museum IY Repin. This is a well-known Ukrainian and Russian artists. Ilya Repin was born in Chuguyev.
Also, tourists can take a tour on a comfortable bus for the Orthodox churches Slobozhanshchina.