Your Ukraine blog 2010-02-25T11:28:15+00:00 DotClear daily 1 2010-02-25T11:28:15+00:00 2010-02-25T11:28:15+00:00 2010-02-25T11:28:15+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/granite-steppe-lands-of-buh Editor Travel

Located in the Mykolaiv Oblast of Ukraine, the Granite-steppe lands of Buh make up a picturesque natural destination for tourists and adventure seekers. It covers an area of more than six thousand hectares, and its diverse landscapes offer photographers perfect opportunities to capture its beauty around every corner. It is also steeped in history and a rich wildlife, transforming the Granite-steppe lands of Buh into a unique part of Ukraine and a destination not to be missed by visitors.

Located in the Mykolaiv Oblast of Ukraine, the Granite-steppe lands of Buh make up a picturesque natural destination for tourists and adventure seekers. It covers an area of more than six thousand hectares, and its diverse landscapes offer photographers perfect opportunities to capture its beauty around every corner. It is also steeped in history and a rich wildlife, transforming the Granite-steppe lands of Buh into a unique part of Ukraine and a destination not to be missed by visitors. 2010-02-01T09:04:23+00:00 2010-02-01T09:04:23+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/tysovets-ski-resort Editor Travel

Looking for an exciting winter sport adventure? Why not check out Tysovets Ski Resort. Situated just 32 km from Skole, this is an easily reached destination and the great thing is that your skiing adventure won’t cost you a fortune.

Looking for an exciting winter sport adventure? Why not check out Tysovets Ski Resort. Situated just 32 km from Skole, this is an easily reached destination and the great thing is that your skiing adventure won’t cost you a fortune. 2010-01-07T10:07:16+00:00 2010-01-07T10:07:16+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/the-resort-town-of-alupka Editor Travel

Located around 17 kilometers to the west of Yalta in Crimea, the charming resort town of Alupka is a popular tourist destination. Lying on the shore of the Black Sea, Alupka has a number of sanatoriums that were built during the Soviet-era and now welcome guests to enjoy the mild climate, stunning scenery, rich culture and fascinating history of this beautiful region of Ukraine. Other accommodation options include guest houses or rooms in private homes, giving visitors the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with the hospitable people living in Alupka.

Located around 17 kilometers to the west of Yalta in Crimea, the charming resort town of Alupka is a popular tourist destination. Lying on the shore of the Black Sea, Alupka has a number of sanatoriums that were built during the Soviet-era and now welcome guests to enjoy the mild climate, stunning scenery, rich culture and fascinating history of this beautiful region of Ukraine. Other accommodation options include guest houses or rooms in private homes, giving visitors the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with the hospitable people living in Alupka. 2009-12-11T07:44:07+00:00 2009-12-11T07:44:07+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/scuba-diving-off-the-crimean-coast Editor Travel

Whether you are an experienced Scuba diver or are simply getting started, there are a number of exciting underwater opportunities awaiting you in the Black Sea off the Crimean coast in Ukraine. Fascinating natural features, sunken ships, hidden treasures and even the ruins of city can be found while Scuba diving beneath these waters.

Whether you are an experienced Scuba diver or are simply getting started, there are a number of exciting underwater opportunities awaiting you in the Black Sea off the Crimean coast in Ukraine. Fascinating natural features, sunken ships, hidden treasures and even the ruins of city can be found while Scuba diving beneath these waters. 2009-11-17T13:12:16+00:00 2009-11-17T13:12:16+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/junior-eurovision-song-contest-2009 Editor Features

Contestants have been rehearsing non-stop, ensuring that every move is perfect, while backstage assistants and set designers have been going over the performance schedules and ensuring that everything is in place for the big evening. As the 21st of November 2009 draws near, contestants, crew, producers and supporters are growing anxious for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2009 finals. It is set to be an evening to remember, with thirteen performers singing their hearts out for first place. The whole world is getting ready to watch the seventh edition of this phenomenal contest.

Contestants have been rehearsing non-stop, ensuring that every move is perfect, while backstage assistants and set designers have been going over the performance schedules and ensuring that everything is in place for the big evening. As the 21st of November 2009 draws near, contestants, crew, producers and supporters are growing anxious for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2009 finals. It is set to be an evening to remember, with thirteen performers singing their hearts out for first place. The whole world is getting ready to watch the seventh edition of this phenomenal contest. 2009-10-23T09:20:29+00:00 2009-10-23T09:20:29+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/a-tour-of-sokal Editor Travel

In the Ukrainian language, the word sokal refers to a falcon, leading to the belief that the town of Sokal was named after this beautiful bird of prey. The town was mentioned in documents dating back to 1377, and was granted the Magdeburg Law in the year 1424, allowing the residents to cut trees down for the building and development of the town. The peaceful Buh River that runs past the town supplied it residents with fish and today it is a beautiful feature of the town.

In the Ukrainian language, the word sokal refers to a falcon, leading to the belief that the town of Sokal was named after this beautiful bird of prey. The town was mentioned in documents dating back to 1377, and was granted the Magdeburg Law in the year 1424, allowing the residents to cut trees down for the building and development of the town. The peaceful Buh River that runs past the town supplied it residents with fish and today it is a beautiful feature of the town. 2009-09-28T11:12:10+00:00 2009-09-28T11:12:10+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/lubomirski-palace-in-lviv Editor Travel

Ukraine is a country that has a rich and rewarding history. Its colorful past can be seen and explored through its wonderful architecture and buildings that have survived through the years. In its major cities, such as Lviv, visitors will find a wide range of attractions and noteworthy sites to discover, including the breathtaking historical castles of Ukraine. One of the castles in Lviv that is a recommended attraction is the Lubomirski Palace, and visitors will find spectacular beauty in the design of the castle, as well as in its interior décor.

Ukraine is a country that has a rich and rewarding history. Its colorful past can be seen and explored through its wonderful architecture and buildings that have survived through the years. In its major cities, such as Lviv, visitors will find a wide range of attractions and noteworthy sites to discover, including the breathtaking historical castles of Ukraine. One of the castles in Lviv that is a recommended attraction is the Lubomirski Palace, and visitors will find spectacular beauty in the design of the castle, as well as in its interior décor. 2009-08-31T10:57:01+00:00 2009-08-31T10:57:01+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/visiting-trukhaniv-island Editor Travel

The picturesque Trukhaniv Island was said to be the former summer residence of the daughter of Tugor-Khan, and began developing into a small town during the 1880s. In order to be able to keep a watchful eye on the city of Kiev, the German forces destroyed the buildings and settlements on the island, which is located in the Dnipro River. After the war, it was decided that instead of rebuilding the island to be a settlement, its promising leisure qualities would be developed and it is today a wonderful attraction for tourists and a place of relaxation and fun for the residents of Kiev.

The picturesque Trukhaniv Island was said to be the former summer residence of the daughter of Tugor-Khan, and began developing into a small town during the 1880s. In order to be able to keep a watchful eye on the city of Kiev, the German forces destroyed the buildings and settlements on the island, which is located in the Dnipro River. After the war, it was decided that instead of rebuilding the island to be a settlement, its promising leisure qualities would be developed and it is today a wonderful attraction for tourists and a place of relaxation and fun for the residents of Kiev. 2009-08-05T10:34:47+00:00 2009-08-05T10:34:47+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/kiev-childrens-railway Editor Features

If you have a passion for trains then you simply have to visit the Kiev Children’s Railway in Ukraine. This unique and dynamic project provides youths in the country with the chance of a lifetime – the chance to conduct and work on a real-life steam train!

If you have a passion for trains then you simply have to visit the Kiev Children’s Railway in Ukraine. This unique and dynamic project provides youths in the country with the chance of a lifetime – the chance to conduct and work on a real-life steam train! 2009-07-10T12:17:59+00:00 2009-07-10T12:17:59+00:00 http://www.ukraine.com/blog/visiting-tatariv Editor Travel

Visitors looking to enjoy some rest and relaxation in Ukraine should definitely consider Tatariv. This stunning resort is located approximately 88 kilometers outside of Ivano-Frankovsk. With an elevation of 750 meters above sea level, it is not too high yet it still enjoys great snowfall during the winter months that make for fantastic skiing and snowboarding for as many as five months of the year.

Visitors looking to enjoy some rest and relaxation in Ukraine should definitely consider Tatariv. This stunning resort is located approximately 88 kilometers outside of Ivano-Frankovsk. With an elevation of 750 meters above sea level, it is not too high yet it still enjoys great snowfall during the winter months that make for fantastic skiing and snowboarding for as many as five months of the year.