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11 Best Places
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These suggestions
were made by our tour clients. Please send your suggestions
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#1 - Walking date: Kreschatik street
 The
main and the most popular street of Kiev is Kreschatik street.
It crosses the Starokyivsky and Pechersk administrative parts
of the city connecting European and Bessarab Squares.
It is hard to believe that it was once a valley here, surrounded
by a thick forest, with a brook across it.
From the North East the valley reached the Dnipro River and
from the South East it went to the Lybid River. The valley's
name was Khreschata (Crossed) because of the many ravines
that crossed it, and Kievan princes used to hunt there. Nowadays
it is a beautiful wide boulevard planted with chestnuts. On
weekends it is turned into a pedestrian area and becomes the
best place for walking.
Closer to the end of the Kreschatik street there is a beautiful
impressive Independence Square, Kiev's central one. It's the
most popular dating place of Kievites and visitors.
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#2 - Romantic boat trip: Dnepro river and the embankments
 Dnepro
is the 3d largest river in Europe. An hour-long trip on a
comfortable boat gives a chance to observe the spectacular
panoramic views of the city and admire the most scenic landscapes.
The steep slopes of the riverside, covered with trees, look
extremely picturesque from the boat. Normally all the boats
are large and have 2 decks, open upper deck and a lower one;
you are welcome to use the bar, to dance.
The trips start from the River Terminal
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#3 - Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra
 Kievo-Pecherska
Lavra a nine-hundred-year-old monastery. "Lavra"
is considered an honorable title, which is given to the monasteries
of extra-size and special religious importance. Kievo-Pecherskaya
Lavra still preserves the caves in which several monks founded
a monastery many centuries ago.
 Monks
used to live in these caves, and that is what the name of
the Lavra derives from. ("Pecherskaya" stands for
pechery, that is" caves"). For a very long time
it was truly spiritual center of Ukraine. The architectural
complex of the Monastery the way it looks today is truly grandiose.
On a sunny day one is almost dazzled by the reflections from
the innumerable golden domes above churches and belfries.
Most of the Lavra buildings date from the seventeenth and
eighteenth centuries and are excellent examples of Ukrainian
Baroque style in architecture and there is only one church
in the Monastery that has been preserved from the twelfth
century with very few architectural changes introduced since
then.
 The
church is situated above the main entrance gate of the LAvra
and is consequently called Nadvratna - "the one above
the gate". It is almost a miracle it has survived the
time, as the Monastery itself underwent throughout its history
numerous enemy attacks, devastating fires and other misfortunes.
On the territory of Lavra there is also a Miniature Museum,
a Museum of Historic Jewelry of Ukraine, where one can see
treasures which are 2000 years old.
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#4 - Art lovers: Museum of Ukrainian Fine Arts
 At
6 Grushevskogo street there is Museum of Ukrainian Fine Arts
(1897-1899). Built in the style of a Greek temple with a 6-column
portico designed by Kiev architects V. Horodetsky and H. Boytsov,
the museum's 21 galleries contain valuable collections, generally
unknown in the Western Europe or USA. The museum houses Ukrainian
icons, paintings, and sculpture from the 14th to early 20th
centuries. Works of T. Shevchenko, K. Kostandi, H. Narbut
are among the exhibits of the museum.
Open daily, 10 AM - 5 PM, closed Friday. Tel. 228-6482.
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#5 - St. Sophia's Cathedral
 St.
Sophia's is the highlight of Kiev and a national treasure
of Ukraine. It the oldest church in Kiev. This majestic 13-domed
church was named after the Constantinople. Sofia in Greek
means "wisdom". The Cathedral was built in 1037
by Prince Yaroslav the Wise (who is buried inside) to commemorate
the victory over the Pechenegs (Asian nomadic tribes) and
to glorify Christianity.
 The
church became a holy place of worship for ancient Kievites,
as well as a major cultural and political center in Kievan-Rus.
The first library and school were situated in the church,
it was also often used to receive foreign diplomats. St. Sophia's
always produced an impression on the citizens of Kiev due
to its marvelous frescoes and mosaics, many of which are still
intact almost a millennium later.
Location: vul. Volodimirska, 24 Tel. 228-6152
Open daily 10 am - 5 pm, except Thursday
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#6 - Nature lovers: Mariinsky park and the Palace
 Mariinsky
park is the central park of Kiev, one of the most favorite
places of the city dwellers and visitors. Especially in the
morning, away from the city's noise, it is very pleasant to
take a walk in the park, where in shady alleys, beneath the
huge crowns of centenary old trees it is still peaceful and
quiet.
The Mariinsky park is truly an embodied harmony of nature...
On its large territory visitors can all find their own favorite
private corners for reflection and relaxation. And do not
miss a legendary "bridge of the lovers" where they
believe the wishes come true.
 The
park is located right next to the Mariinsky Palace, which
was built in the middle of the 18 century by V.Rastrelli in
the baroque style and was intended to echo French Versailles
in miniature. During the World War II it was badly damaged
but now reconstructed, and is an official residence of the
Ukrainian president.
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#7 - Theater lovers: Kiev opera house
 Up
the hill at the corner of Volodymyrska Street there is the
beautiful house of the Taras Shevehenko National Opera of
Ukraine (1901). This theater was the first to stage classical
operas translated into Ukrainian. Much of the theater's creative
efforts are concentrated on productions of classical Ukrainian
and Russian operas; however, a great variety of classical
and modern plays are performed here, with actors singing both
in Ukrainian and the original languages. The theater's opera
company travels extensively, having appeared in Yugoslavia,
Bulgaria, Romania, Italy, Spain. The ballet has performed
for audiences in France, Egypt, Japan, India, Denmark, Sweden.
In addition to the memorable performances the building itself
is majestic, too.
Location: vul. Volodimirska, 50. Tel. 224-7165 or 229-1169.
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#8 - Entertainment activities and having fun: Hydropark
 Hidropark
is located on island Peredmestnaya Slobodka. In summertime
it is a favorite place for Kiev citizens.
 At
holidays and weekends you can see here plenty of people who
rest at numerous cafes, restaurants, casinos; swim, play volleyball,
tennis, badminton. There are many beaches and islands, where
you can go by boats. Recently the so called "Coca-Cola
Oasis" - a beach for young people with cafes, discos,
concert platform, water chutes and other amusements - was
created at Hydropark. There are also many night discos as
well.
Location: Brovarsky prospekt
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#9 - A romantic dinner: Tsar's village restaurant
 The
restaurant is styled as a rural house, has 3 different rooms
to satisfy any taste. The food, being cooked by the old national
recipes, is truly tsar-like. The service is quick and courteous,
and the waiters in order to preserve the authentic Ukrainian
atmosphere, wear national costumes. Live music will add to
your pleasant and dinner.
Location: Yanvarskogo vosstaniya str., 42/1 tel. 290-3066
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#10 - A little adventure: A helicopter trip
 You
can invite your date to take a trip on board a helicopter.
This trip promises to be a real adventure and trill. You will
have an air excursion over Kiev and its suburbs including
sightseeing of historical places from the air or an air excursion
along the Dnepro river with landings at Kanev near the Taras
Shevchenko monument and Uman with a visiting of the "Sophia"
park.
You can specify other places of landings, and it will be executed
upon your request. The helicopter is equipped with 6 passengers
seats.
Flight altitude is from 100 to1000 meters with a speed 180-200
km/hour.
Enjoy the beautiful views while flying low and opportunities
to land in places you choose. Your safety is guaranteed by
the aircompany.
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#11 History lovers: MUSEUM OF FOLK ARCHITECTURE
 This
open-air museum takes you through Ukraine's history as you
walk through the original homes of the past centuries. The
open-air museum is a set on 150 hectares of picturesque terrain
on the southwestern outskirts of Kiev. It was founded in the
late 1960's, and in 1976 it was opened to the public. Today
the museum has over 200 structures moved here from various
regions of the Ukraine or reconstructed.
The oldest constructions date back to the 16th century. The
museum has some 40,000 ethnographic exhibits, including folk
costumes, fabrics, embroidery, carpets, ceramics, articles
of metal, wood, glassware, musical instruments, paintings,
tools, household articles and more. These objects are displayed
both inside the cottages and other farm buildings and in the
permanent exhibition halls.
Location: Pyrohovo Village. Tel: 266-2416
Open daily 10am-5pm; closed Wed.
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The
main and the most popular street of Kiev is Kreschatik street.
It crosses the Starokyivsky and Pechersk administrative parts
of the city connecting European and Bessarab Squares. 
From the North East the valley reached the Dnipro River and
from the South East it went to the Lybid River. The valley's
name was Khreschata (Crossed) because of the many ravines
that crossed it, and Kievan princes used to hunt there. Nowadays
it is a beautiful wide boulevard planted with chestnuts. On
weekends it is turned into a pedestrian area and becomes the
best place for walking.
Closer to the end of the Kreschatik street there is a beautiful
impressive Independence Square, Kiev's central one. It's the
most popular dating place of Kievites and visitors. 
Dnepro
is the 3d largest river in Europe. An hour-long trip on a
comfortable boat gives a chance to observe the spectacular
panoramic views of the city and admire the most scenic landscapes.
The steep slopes of the riverside, covered with trees, look
extremely picturesque from the boat. Normally all the boats
are large and have 2 decks, open upper deck and a lower one;
you are welcome to use the bar, to dance.
Kievo-Pecherska
Lavra a nine-hundred-year-old monastery. "Lavra"
is considered an honorable title, which is given to the monasteries
of extra-size and special religious importance. Kievo-Pecherskaya
Lavra still preserves the caves in which several monks founded
a monastery many centuries ago.
Monks
used to live in these caves, and that is what the name of
the Lavra derives from. ("Pecherskaya" stands for
pechery, that is" caves"). For a very long time
it was truly spiritual center of Ukraine. The architectural
complex of the Monastery the way it looks today is truly grandiose.
On a sunny day one is almost dazzled by the reflections from
the innumerable golden domes above churches and belfries.
Most of the Lavra buildings date from the seventeenth and
eighteenth centuries and are excellent examples of Ukrainian
Baroque style in architecture and there is only one church
in the Monastery that has been preserved from the twelfth
century with very few architectural changes introduced since
then. 
The
church is situated above the main entrance gate of the LAvra
and is consequently called Nadvratna - "the one above
the gate". It is almost a miracle it has survived the
time, as the Monastery itself underwent throughout its history
numerous enemy attacks, devastating fires and other misfortunes.
On the territory of Lavra there is also a Miniature Museum,
a Museum of Historic Jewelry of Ukraine, where one can see
treasures which are 2000 years old. 
At
6 Grushevskogo street there is Museum of Ukrainian Fine Arts
(1897-1899). Built in the style of a Greek temple with a 6-column
portico designed by Kiev architects V. Horodetsky and H. Boytsov,
the museum's 21 galleries contain valuable collections, generally
unknown in the Western Europe or USA. The museum houses Ukrainian
icons, paintings, and sculpture from the 14th to early 20th
centuries. Works of T. Shevchenko, K. Kostandi, H. Narbut
are among the exhibits of the museum. 
St.
Sophia's is the highlight of Kiev and a national treasure
of Ukraine. It the oldest church in Kiev. This majestic 13-domed
church was named after the Constantinople. Sofia in Greek
means "wisdom". The Cathedral was built in 1037
by Prince Yaroslav the Wise (who is buried inside) to commemorate
the victory over the Pechenegs (Asian nomadic tribes) and
to glorify Christianity.
The
church became a holy place of worship for ancient Kievites,
as well as a major cultural and political center in Kievan-Rus.
The first library and school were situated in the church,
it was also often used to receive foreign diplomats. St. Sophia's
always produced an impression on the citizens of Kiev due
to its marvelous frescoes and mosaics, many of which are still
intact almost a millennium later. 
Mariinsky
park is the central park of Kiev, one of the most favorite
places of the city dwellers and visitors. Especially in the
morning, away from the city's noise, it is very pleasant to
take a walk in the park, where in shady alleys, beneath the
huge crowns of centenary old trees it is still peaceful and
quiet.
The Mariinsky park is truly an embodied harmony of nature...
On its large territory visitors can all find their own favorite
private corners for reflection and relaxation. And do not
miss a legendary "bridge of the lovers" where they
believe the wishes come true.
The
park is located right next to the Mariinsky Palace, which
was built in the middle of the 18 century by V.Rastrelli in
the baroque style and was intended to echo French Versailles
in miniature. During the World War II it was badly damaged
but now reconstructed, and is an official residence of the
Ukrainian president.
Up
the hill at the corner of Volodymyrska Street there is the
beautiful house of the Taras Shevehenko National Opera of
Ukraine (1901). This theater was the first to stage classical
operas translated into Ukrainian. Much of the theater's creative
efforts are concentrated on productions of classical Ukrainian
and Russian operas; however, a great variety of classical
and modern plays are performed here, with actors singing both
in Ukrainian and the original languages. The theater's opera
company travels extensively, having appeared in Yugoslavia,
Bulgaria, Romania, Italy, Spain. The ballet has performed
for audiences in France, Egypt, Japan, India, Denmark, Sweden.
In addition to the memorable performances the building itself
is majestic, too. 
Hidropark
is located on island Peredmestnaya Slobodka. In summertime
it is a favorite place for Kiev citizens. 
At
holidays and weekends you can see here plenty of people who
rest at numerous cafes, restaurants, casinos; swim, play volleyball,
tennis, badminton. There are many beaches and islands, where
you can go by boats. Recently the so called "Coca-Cola
Oasis" - a beach for young people with cafes, discos,
concert platform, water chutes and other amusements - was
created at Hydropark. There are also many night discos as
well. 
The
restaurant is styled as a rural house, has 3 different rooms
to satisfy any taste. The food, being cooked by the old national
recipes, is truly tsar-like. The service is quick and courteous,
and the waiters in order to preserve the authentic Ukrainian
atmosphere, wear national costumes. Live music will add to
your pleasant and dinner. 
You
can invite your date to take a trip on board a helicopter.
This trip promises to be a real adventure and trill. You will
have an air excursion over Kiev and its suburbs including
sightseeing of historical places from the air or an air excursion
along the Dnepro river with landings at Kanev near the Taras
Shevchenko monument and Uman with a visiting of the "Sophia"
park.
You can specify other places of landings, and it will be executed
upon your request. The helicopter is equipped with 6 passengers
seats. 
This
open-air museum takes you through Ukraine's history as you
walk through the original homes of the past centuries. The
open-air museum is a set on 150 hectares of picturesque terrain
on the southwestern outskirts of Kiev. It was founded in the
late 1960's, and in 1976 it was opened to the public. Today
the museum has over 200 structures moved here from various
regions of the Ukraine or reconstructed.
The oldest constructions date back to the 16th century. The
museum has some 40,000 ethnographic exhibits, including folk
costumes, fabrics, embroidery, carpets, ceramics, articles
of metal, wood, glassware, musical instruments, paintings,
tools, household articles and more. These objects are displayed
both inside the cottages and other farm buildings and in the
permanent exhibition halls. 