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Discover Kaniv Ukraine – Your Ultimate Central and Eastern Europe Guide
Picturesque and ancient, Kaniv was once one of Kyivan Rus’ largest cities. At that time, it was an outpost used for diplomatic meetings between Old Russian tsars and ambassadors of militant tribes. In the 18th century, it became a popular destination for elderly Cossacks. They wanted to live out their days on the banks of…
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Discover Wonderful Kharkiv Ukraine – Your Ultimate Travel Guide to Ukraine
The Annunciation Cathedral is the most beautiful temple in Kharkiv – one of the largest cities in Ukraine and its former capital. The history of the cathedral dates back to the 17th century when it was not a monumental cathedral, but a small wooden church. In its current form, it was rebuilt only in 1789.…
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Discover Wonderful Odesa Ukraine – An Odesa Travel Guide
Crowning the abrupt precipice in the historical part of the city, the Shah Palace is one of the most beautiful structures in Odesa. Constructed in Neo-Gothic style, it stands out against other old city buildings. It represents its true adornment that locals boast about and guests amaze themselves over more than one and a half…
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Ultimate Ternopil Ukraine Travel Guide – Eastern Europe Exploration
Ternopil is one of the largest cities of western Ukraine, in its heart, and has the status of an important trade center. It’s a quiet, green city with a unique atmosphere, a bright history, and a plethora of interesting natural, historical, and architectural sites. The name Ternopil, according to one tale, originates from the phrase…
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Poltava Ukraine Travel Guide 5 Great Tips
Located between Kharkiv and Kyiv in Ukraine, Poltava is best known as the site of a 1709 battle between a Cossack coalition, led by Mazepa, and the Swedes against the Russian army of Czar Peter I. The Russian victory later in battle established Russia’s prominent place in Europe and as a result Ukraine’s decline. The…
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Discover Lviv Ukraine – A Charming Travel Guide
The Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet is a bright example of the Neo-Renaissance style in architecture. It’s often compared with the Vienna State Opera for its grand façade and décor. Being built in 1900 by a design by the Polish architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the building holds a lot of secrets inside. One of the…
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Chernivtsi Ukraine Travel Guide – 4 Amazing Places You Must Visit
The Austrian Emperor Joseph II founded the Central Square of Chernivtsi. He visited Chernivtsi before and gave an order to local authorities to build a proper square for market and fair organization. According to a decision form 1787, a square appeared in the southern suburb of Chernivtsi at that time, which functioned as a central square.…
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Discover Kyiv Ukraine – Your Ultimate Travel Guide to Eastern Europe
Kyiv is a city that has ambitions and a taste for grand scopes. Packed with contrasts, it boasts wide boulevards, historical architecture, and gilded church domes. They even glitter on days when the rest of the city covers itself in almost impenetrable fog. It has plenty of post-Soviet legacy, loud ad billboards, and signs. As…