The capital of Ukraine, Kiev is the most important industrial, cultural, historical and political center of Ukraine. According to the legend, the city was founded in 482 by three brothers, a prince of a Slavic tribe named Kyy, his two younger brothers and their sister, Lybid. And during the last 15 centuries, Kiev has become one of the most beautiful and populous (3 million residents) cities in Europe.

It’s impossible to visit the capital of Ukraine Kiev and not fall in love with this green city, located on the banks of Dnipro River! Everybody finds something special in its charm. Some spend hours looking at the golden domes of the heavenly cathedrals and churches on Kiev’s hills. Other tourists explore downtown where historic monuments from ancient times are just meters away from places where new history of Ukraine was built during the 2013/14 Revolution of Dignity. But many visitors just like to walk along its spacious streets and boulevards, which are lined with chestnut and poplar, and look at the open and smiling faces of this magic city’s people. And what could be more interesting than learning the history and culture of Ukraine by visiting museums, art galleries and theaters? Ukrainians have made a spirited effort to preserve their cultural traditions and customs. There are SO MANY art galleries and exhibitions, historical museums and outdoor museums, and villages displaying buildings, crafts, and living conditions of the last century. And don’t forget to visit the Kiev Opera House, home to a very good opera company and to a ballet company of considerable talent and an expansive repertoire.

Kiev always has something special to offer for its guest: