Ukraine

CHERNIGOV

141 kilometer North of Kiev is the beautiful and historical city of CHERNIGOV, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 5 out of 25 architectural historical landmarks have been persevered here. Chernigov is one of the greenest cities in the Ukraine, in spring and summer the golden domes of ancient churches shine high above the many parks.

CATHEDRAL OF OUR SAVIOR

One of the oldest Christian churches remaining in the Ukraine dating back to 1033. The cathedral has majestic architecture with 5 golden domes decorating the rooftops.

BORIS and GLEBES was built around 1123.

The architecture is a classic example of the Kiev Rus period. See the tomb of Chernigov Princess.

SAINT CATHERINE CHURCH

This church is an excellent example of the five chamber cross churches. The Church is located on a hill at the entrance to the city and was constructed in the 17th Century.

CHERNIGOV MUSEUM OF HISTORY

Historical collection of cultural items from the 17th – 19th Century, Jewelry, Coins, Weapons used during the War of liberation, Learn how people lived with house ware during the 17th Century. See a large collection of archaeological finds discovered during burial research.

FRIDAY CHURCH

Built in the 12th Century, an important architectural monument, The Church has a different decorative design than other churches in Chernigov with a square shape, After World War Two, Its original medieval design was reconstructed by the great Peter Baranovsky.

BOLDIN'S HILL

Enjoy the panoramic view of Chernigov, See the ancient cave of the ELETSKY MONASTERY, 11th Century, The monastery pre dates Kiev Pechersk Lavra Monastery. See the magnificent Cathedral 11th Century with 6 decorative pillars on the interior walls witness murals 750 years old. The Bell tower was erected in the 17th Century. Opposite the hill is a monument over the GRAVE OF THE UNKOWN SOLDIER which was erected after the war to celebrate the liberation of Chernigov

UMAN PARK SOPHIA (Sofiyvka)

One of the most magnificent parks in the world, over 200 years old UMAN SOPHIA Park has one of the richest collections of plants and tress from around the world. Once you visit this Park you will be captured by its beauty originality and artistic perfection of the landscape. The park resembles a picture gallery created by nature designed by man. It truly is a masterpiece of gardening and landscape Here you will see the Champs – Elysses Paris, English park with beautiful lakes, waterfalls and fountains. Throughout the park are thousands of beautiful flowers, planted artistically to create the perfect place to relax. Here nature is always majestic. It truly is a unique pearl amongst parks of the World.