Kiev– a luxurious, light, ancient area
Ukrainewhere you want to return again and again to uncover its secrets. The Golden flash of its domes, illumined by the rays of the bright sun seems to be visible from the most distant galaxies in our Universe. This city was created to inspire and amaze, to open the ancient chronicle, to fill the soul with the fresh wind of hope. Its absolutely stunning energy, Kiev obliged the tremendous number of ancient temples, unique architectural monuments, breathable gray prescription, remarkable history, amazing nature, with endless chestnut alleys and ancient Dnieper river, and, of course, a progressive contemporary culture. This city is very difficult to get around for a couple of days, plenty of admiring its beauty. It seems that if you come here even for the hundredth time, he will find something to surprise its guests. One of the oldest streets of the city, which was once an important trade route is Andriyivsky Uzviz, extending from the Orthodox temple built in the middle of the XVIII century. Here there is indescribable atmosphere, which like a palette of artists that sell their numerous paintings, put yourself in the bright colors of outstanding historical events and muted tones of comfort and peace. Calm and aristocratic life breathes here every stone of the pavement, every building with its own legend. On Andreevsky descent it is possible to visit interesting cultural institutions including the Museum of the mystical Russian writer Bulgakov. Kiev for several decades is not only under the patronage of Mary, Orans, guarding the city for centuries, raising the hand in the ancient St. Sophia Cathedral. One of the symbols of enduring peace in the land of Kiev was the statue of Motherland was erected on the picturesque Bank of the Dnieper river in 1981, and dedicated to the heroic deeds of soldiers of the great Patriotic war. An amazing example of defensive architecture of Kievan Rus, is a monument to the Golden Gates, behind which once stood the mighty fortress. The heart of the spiritual life of Kiev and the entire state is Kiev-Pechersk Lavra – the oldest monastery in Russia, which includes the whole complex of temple buildings, and of course the famous and mysterious underground labyrinths, where the Holy relics, and where every year thousands of pilgrims in search of God's blessing.