Tag: culture
Bakhchisaray Palace
Palaces have always been of enormous fascination to people all around the world. Through the decades of man's civilization the interest in palaces has not changed. Let us take a guided tour through one of the most charming palaces in the world - Bakhchisaray Palace in Crimea, Ukraine.
The Waxworks Museum
By now most people have heard of the ever-impressive collection of waxworks figures in Madame Tussauds – probably the most famous waxworks museum on the planet. However this legendary museum of wax figurines is certainly not the only such museum in the world, and there is a small waxworks museum in Ukraine which visitors to the country might be interested in visiting.
Evpatoria
The ancient city of Evpatoria or Eupatoria has gone through many name changes over the centuries and has been called Gizlyar, Yevpatoria and Kirkinitida, to mention just a few. Evpatoria, the name of the city today, came from the King of Pontus' nickname, Eupator. The city is located in the Crimea region of Ukraine, and has been around for over 2500 years and the landscape is made up mainly ...
Gallery 36
There are many excellent art galleries in Ukraine that are worth visiting. Kiev is a city of culture and life and you should certainly take the time to browse at least one or two art galleries while you visiting this magnificent city. However, making that choice may not be quite so easy since there really is a huge variety of art galleries in Ukraine to choose from. Usually, the best way to ...
Theatre Koleso
Almost everyone enjoys a good comedy. Whether it takes the form of a movie or a stage production, a good comedy can brighten up your night and even keep you laughing for days afterwards. Well, if you enjoy comedies then you should definitely spend an evening at the Theatre Koleso. This great Café-Theatre in Kiev is very popular with the locals. The audiences are usually quite laid back and ...
Odessa Privoz Market
Whether you enjoy shopping or not, a trip to the Odessa Privoz Market is a must. This massive ‘farmer’s’ market is one of the biggest markets in the world. It is filled with both new and old items – cheap bargains and extravagant luxuries. Even if you do not want to spend much money shopping, a visit to the Privoz Market is recommended since it is an excellent way to experience the local culture.
Kremenchuk
Kremenchuk is located in the oblast of Poltava in Ukraine, an area known for its beautiful surroundings and stunning views. There are many such towns in this oblast, but come and take a self-guided tour of Kremenchuk and learn much of its fascinating history and culture. There are museums that will provide you with some interesting historical facts, telling you much about life of the people ...
Rivne Oblast
Not many people think of traveling to the smaller cities and towns of Ukraine when they start making their travel plans. This is usually because these other parts of the country are lesser known and it is difficult to find out if there are any nice tourist attractions to view at these locations. However, one should always keep in mind that Ukraine is a very beautiful place filled with ...
Ostroh
The town of Ostroh is situated next to the Horyn River, in the Rivne Oblast. At present, the population of the town is estimated at approximately 14,800 residents and is a town that was built on the foundation of education and growth. Ostroh was first mentioned in the year 1100 when it consisted of a fortress, but only started to flourish as a town from the 14th century.
Lubny
Lubny is a fascinating destination to visit. If you are a person that enjoys history as well as visiting old museums, then this is the place to be. Lubny is one of the oldest cities in Ukraine and you will find the culture and their heritage absolutely fascinating.
