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Kiev - the East at its own
In Kiev everything is "bigger", from the city itself, the statues, boulevards, bridges, buildings, office buildings up to the cathedrals. Everything here is from the category "XXL", including the sensations which given by the metropolis. If you are tired of the classic tourist destinations, if you already know everything about the boulevards in Paris and the cafes in Barcelona, it means you're ready for an adventure in the East. Kiev, the capital of Ukraine is undoubtedly the quintesenta of Eastern Europe. Like other ex-Soviet countries, Ukraine has reconstructed its past and after 1990, Kiev has rebuilt the buildings and monuments as they once were. Here you can see the East at its own! A visit to Kiev turns into a journey that resembles more of an adventure where you are your own master, than with a visit on a classic, artificial route.
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Kiev - The Mother City For All Eastern Slavic Peoples
Until not so long ago, Kiev was more in the shadow of the bright Czech capital, Prague. Slowly, more and more tourists were refocused and have preferred the Ukrainian city. The first impression you get on Kiev is excellent, as such a city may be rarely see in another corner of the earth. Kiev is a prosperous and attractive city, ideal for business visits or tourism, although the accommodation offer is not very generous. This metropolis is known as "The City - mother of all russian cities", being one of the oldest settlements in Europe. The capital city of Ukraine, the largest city in the country, is a large cultural and economic center. Kiev is in full expansion. Although modern buildings are everywhere, the city preserves traces of its troubled history. According to a legend reported by chronicler Nestor, the city was founded by brothers Kyi, Shchek and Horyv, together with their sister Lybid on the right bank of the Dnieper River. He was named Kiev in honor of the eldest of the brothers.
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Kiev - The Modern Metropolis
Kiev - a very beautiful city, full of charm, parks and historical monuments - which has been built on hills which relate to the Dnieper River. Kiev has over 70 parks which have managed to bring him the title of "the most green city" in the former Communist World. The first park in Kiev was arranged in 1631 and the Central Botanical Garden is today one of the biggest attractions of the country. There are over 13,000 plants and landscapes geo-botanical of Crimea, the Caucasus, the Far East and the Carpathians. The old city is on the right bank, including the hills with old Orthodox churches and ruins of medieval castles. The new districts of the city are on the left side, raised after the Second World War.
The city has a vast underground.
Foreign journalists, representatives of international companies, students, official delegations, tourists come here from all over the world throughout the year.
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Kiev - The Definition Of Hospitality
Kiev's residents love their history and priceless monuments, testimony of a rich cultural and spiritual life. The capital city of Ukraine is one of the less known destinations, less visited and very little promoted both in Romania and in the world. Kiev,the city of mysteries and legends is a perfect choice for those who want more than just a courtesy visit in one of the touristic cities of the world. Explore a world still new, but still old, untouched by the modern habits of the western civilization - it can be a unique experience!
The city is also full of events and shows.
Here, hospitality is at her home.
Anyone visiting the city will want to return.
Kiev offers something to everyone, regardless of taste and demand.
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Kiev - The Capital Of Ukraine
The 15 centuries of troubled history did not affect the city potential of spirituality and culture. The city grew from one century to another, and today is a wide open window to Europe - a metropolis of eastern orthodoxy and also a city with many industries: food industry, metallurgical, chemical, construction, textiles, etc. Kiev is the largest urban centre, cultural, historical and financial of Ukraine. With a population of approximately 3 million people, the most northern river port on the Dnieper River has been now for 1,000 years the biggest pole of power in the area. For the people of Kiev the greatest pride are the churches in the area of the capital. The legends and mystery have a close liaison with the "red" era of Ukraine but also with the desire of citizens to remain loyal to their faith.
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Kiev - A Port At The Dnieper River
The Dnieper River springs to the west of Moscow and crosses 485 km into the territory of Russia, 595 into Belarus and 1095 km into the territory of Ukraine, ending into the Black Sea. The port of Kiev, Київський Річковий Вокзал, is located on the right side of the Dnieper River, in Podil. The river is navigable 9 months per year. Location of the city, along one of the biggest navigable arteries of Europe has allowed the development of the transport of goods, as well as of the passengers.
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Kiev - The Old Center Of Russian Orthodoxy
Vladimir I (958-1015) which expanded the city and laid the foundations of its urban structure had the biggest influence over the evolution of the city. He offered a state religion, the orthodoxy. In short time, Kiev became the religious center of the Russian state, mainly due to its sacred buildings: the Cathedral of St. Sofia, the Cathedral of St. Vladimir, Lavra monastery Pecerska (founded in 1051, the oldest Russian monastery).
From Kiev began the Russian Orthodox culture. In fact, one should not miss in Kiev the Lavra Pecerska which was included on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Lavra lies on two green hills on the right side of the Dnieper River (the third largest river of Europe - after the Danube and Volga). Lavra ensemble occupies an area of 28 ha and includes over 100 buildings. Between 1569 and 1667 Kiev belonged to Poland.
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