Guidebook for Kyiv and the neighborhood.
Neighborhoods
Bohemian-artistic Andreevsky descent which is protected by mountains from the bustle of the capital and at the same time in the heart of the town.
Fabulous panorama of the Dnieper, St. Andrew's Church and Richard's castle, wide range of restaurants and cafes with Ukrainian and multi cuisines, exhibition halls, theaters, Museum, Bulgakov's house and many more attractions nearby.
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Andriivs'kyi descent
Andriivs'kyi descentBohemian-artistic Andreevsky descent which is protected by mountains from the bustle of the capital and at the same time in the heart of the town.
Fabulous panorama of the Dnieper, St. Andrew's Church and Richard's castle, wide range of restaurants and cafes with Ukrainian and multi cuisines, exhibition halls, theaters, Museum, Bulgakov's house and many more attractions nearby.
City/town information
Kyiv is the capital and most vibrant city of Ukraine and the seventh-most populous city in Europe. It is in north-central Ukraine along the Dnieper River. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational and cultural center of Eastern Europe. During its history, Kyiv, one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, passed through several stages of prominence and obscurity. It is home to many high-tech industries, higher education institutions, and historical landmarks. The city has an extensive system of public transport and infrastructure, including the Kyiv Metro.
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Kyiv
Kyiv is the capital and most vibrant city of Ukraine and the seventh-most populous city in Europe. It is in north-central Ukraine along the Dnieper River. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational and cultural center of Eastern Europe. During its history, Kyiv, one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, passed through several stages of prominence and obscurity. It is home to many high-tech industries, higher education institutions, and historical landmarks. The city has an extensive system of public transport and infrastructure, including the Kyiv Metro.
Sightseeing
St. Sophia's Cathedral (also called Saint Sophia Cathedral) is one of seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ukraine.
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St. Sophia's Cathedral
24 Volodymyrska StSt. Sophia's Cathedral (also called Saint Sophia Cathedral) is one of seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ukraine.
One of Kyiv's important landmarks is found in Andreevsky Descent, Podil, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city.
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St Andrews
One of Kyiv's important landmarks is found in Andreevsky Descent, Podil, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city.
The most visited museum in Ukraine is the National Art Museum.
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National Art Museum of Ukraine
6 vulytsya Mykhaila Нrushevs'kogoThe most visited museum in Ukraine is the National Art Museum.
Kiev Pechersk Lavra
15 Lavrska StKiev Pechersk Lavra or the Kiev Monastery of the Caves
It's one of the most popular cultural attractions in the city. From its humble beginnings in 1867, the National Opera of Ukraine has been a cultural mainstay in Kiev.
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National Opera of Ukraine
50 Volodymyrska StIt's one of the most popular cultural attractions in the city. From its humble beginnings in 1867, the National Opera of Ukraine has been a cultural mainstay in Kiev.
Modeled after the Golden Gate of Constantinople, the structure that stands today was built in 1982, Although the original "golden gate" was dismantled in the Middle Ages, the gates that are here today pay honor to the main gate in the 11th century that helped fortify Kiev.
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Golden Gate Pub
15 Золотоворітська вул.Modeled after the Golden Gate of Constantinople, the structure that stands today was built in 1982, Although the original "golden gate" was dismantled in the Middle Ages, the gates that are here today pay honor to the main gate in the 11th century that helped fortify Kiev.
Named after the famed botanist Mykola Gryshko, this beautiful nature preserve is filled with local flora and fauna, as well as plants from all over the world.
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Kyiv National Botanical Garden
Sadovo-Botanichna StreetNamed after the famed botanist Mykola Gryshko, this beautiful nature preserve is filled with local flora and fauna, as well as plants from all over the world.
The Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War is located on the banks of the Dnieper River. Within the complex, you will find everything related to the role that Ukraine played in the Second World War commemorated in statues and relics, like uniforms, letters, and larger pieces of history like airplanes and artillery.
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The Ukrainian State Museum of the Great Patriotic War
27 Lavrska StThe Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War is located on the banks of the Dnieper River. Within the complex, you will find everything related to the role that Ukraine played in the Second World War commemorated in statues and relics, like uniforms, letters, and larger pieces of history like airplanes and artillery.
Motherland statue devoted to the Great Patriotic War in Kyiv, located in Victory Park, commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and is a focal point in Kiev. Take a walk around the grounds and admire the views overlooking the Dnieper river.
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The Motherland Monument
27 Lavrska StMotherland statue devoted to the Great Patriotic War in Kyiv, located in Victory Park, commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and is a focal point in Kiev. Take a walk around the grounds and admire the views overlooking the Dnieper river.
The literary museum to learn about the famous Russian writer and doctor Mikhail Bulgakov. It’s set in his former home on historic Andreevsky Descent, where he lived with his family from 1906 to 1919.
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Mykhailo Bulgakov Museum-Memorial
13А Andriivs'kyi descentThe literary museum to learn about the famous Russian writer and doctor Mikhail Bulgakov. It’s set in his former home on historic Andreevsky Descent, where he lived with his family from 1906 to 1919.
Mystetskyi Arsenal, Kyiv’s national art and culture centre. The complex is one of the largest in the city and offers a blend of art exhibitions, theatre performances, festivals and concerts.
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Mystetskyi Arsenal National Art and Culture Museum Complex
10-12 Lavrska StMystetskyi Arsenal, Kyiv’s national art and culture centre. The complex is one of the largest in the city and offers a blend of art exhibitions, theatre performances, festivals and concerts.