Kontraktova square is the main square of Kiev hem. This is one of the oldest squares of Kyiv, is known from pre-Mongol times. It was she who, after the capture of Kiev by the troops of Batu until the end of the NINETEENTH century remained in the city centre. During its existence the area several times changed its name, name it red, then Alexander. Its current name Kontraktova square received the thanks posted here, once the contract the fair, where merchants signed contracts for wholesale deliveries of various goods. This was due to the fact that near of the square is the Kiev port is the main source of supply of goods. And although over time the value of the fair gradually disappeared, as has entered into force in the rapidly developing Railways, however, the name of the square has remained to the present day.
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