| |   About Kiev and Ukraine
Welcome to the city of chestnuts!
Ukraine is one of the biggest European country. The capital of Ukraine is Kiev. It’s administrative, economic, scientific and cultural center. This scenic city has a population of over 3.5 million people. Kiev is a city of invaluable historical and cultural monuments, a city of great events, outstanding people and rich cultural life. Ukraine is world widely famous with it’s greatest sport personalities - heavy weight champions brothers Klichko, football star Adrey Shevchenko, Olympic champion swimmer Yana Klochkova, world’s famous athlete and olimpic champion Segey Bubka, aircraft inventor Igor Sikorsky, TOP model and actress Mila Yovovich, greatest writers Nikolay Golol, Mihail Bulgakov. The city is crowd of numerous traditional and world chain restaurants along with the brightest and hotest night life venues and clubs. It has even become a fact that Ukraine is world’s famous for it’s women beauty.
The art and architecture of Kiev are considered world treasures. Many famous artists, poets and writers have contributed to the unique beauty of this city. The most renowned landmarks include: Cathedral of St. Sophia with outstanding mosaics and frescoes dating back to the 11th century; Kievo-Percherskaya Lavra featuring several monasteries and cathedrals; The Golden Gates of Kiev, which date back to 1037; Ukrainian Baroque Church of St. Andrew; the magnificent 19th-century Cathedral of St. Vladimir; and many other attractions. Kiev is often referred to as "the mother of all cities" by Russians and Ukrainians. It is one of the oldest towns in Europe. In the historical center of Kiev you can feel the spirit of the past everywhere. Kiev is renowned for its rich cultural life. Theater lovers will find many theatres offering various theatrical programs. Most performances are held in Ukrainian or Russian. The recently renovated Kiev Opera House presents very good opera as well as a broad repertoire of ballets. Ivan Franko Theater is a center of Ukrainian drama, comedy, and musicals. Many varied exhibitions are displayed in the city's numerous museums and art galleries. Kiev is also the scientific and educational center of independent Ukraine. Numerous universities and science academies, including the famous Kiev-Mogilyanskaya Academy, one of the first scientific esta blishments in Eastern Europe, are located here. Take a walk through the ancient streets of this scenic city, feel its unique beauty and the spirit of its past. For sure your stay in Kiev will become one of your most memorable experiences.
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