"My lovely city" Kiev by caprice_222

Kiev Travel Guide: 1,990 reviews and 3,917 photos

Kiev today

"Ukraine?What part of Russia is that in?" Few years ago this may have been a typical response from people at home after telling them of your upcoming journey. Ukrainians have been well aware of the fact that their country is often overlooked by outsiders, having neither the long traditions of statehood nor the ethnic ties to New World countries that many of its neighboring countries enjoy. All of that is slowly changing now. Kiev becaming a quite known city in the world.

Kiev is the capital of Ukraine and one of the biggest cities in Europe. It has been standing on step hills overlooking the Dnipro River for more than 1 500 years.
The main square in Kiev - independence square in Kreschatyk area. It was renovated into one of the most scenic and beautiful places that combines the features of a busy business center with the historical architectural design of buildings. This square is one of the most popular places for young (and all others) people to meet. On weekends, the traffic is blocked there and visitors can enjoy a nice walk right in the middle of the street.
This is a beautiful and picturesque city. Tourists says that Kiev like a "city in the huge park". Because flowering chestnut trees cover the streets and riverbanks for half of the year and no other city could seem so green and full. Despite a population of almost 4 million, Kiev looks very natural, domestic and serene city.

Dnipro river

There r always lots of people walking on the central street every evening and all guests of the city think that everyday we celebrate something caz of crowd and atmosphere of this area.

Your trip here will definitely be made more memorable by the fact that you are visiting in such an interesting time in Ukraine's history: a time when it is in transition and rapidly shaping its future. The next time you are here you may find it a very different place, so enjoy the Ukraine of today while you can!!!!!

Intro Updated Jun 26, 2009
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Get some adrenaline bust to your trip1 - Kiev

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Very unordinary city tour for adrenaline fans. Look at Kiev from the bird's-eye view. Powered paragliding is a great fun... more travel advice

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Comments (59)

Qahlua May 8, 2011 at 4:54 PM Report Abuse

Definitely a must visit to this Kreschatik street.
Lawrie953 Apr 2, 2008 at 8:32 AM Report Abuse

I live in Poole,England. I was in Kiev last year and will be again April 12th 2008! Enjoyed Rodina Mat..Yalta and Odessa & Dn-sk too!You were in Poole too! Tried to email you but failed..can you try to email me pls?
cachaseiro Feb 20, 2008 at 8:36 AM Report Abuse

lot's of very useful info on your page. i'm planning to visit kiev as part of a cycling trip and your page is a great help. thank you :O)
Toshioohsako Jan 29, 2008 at 8:34 AM Report Abuse

Your page popped up from VT newsletter. Nice photos of Kiev. I have not visited K but I want to visit sometime. Thanks for sharing nice photos.
alkardo Dec 22, 2007 at 1:36 PM Report Abuse

nice page , beautiful pictures, useful tips and informations. greeting from Riyadh,SA
y2ketan2007 Dec 14, 2007 at 10:38 AM Report Abuse

Nice page on Kiev.The pictures here are excellent , especially the evening scene of the square.
etfromnc Dec 4, 2007 at 1:12 PM Report Abuse

Do you know Irpen? I spent a couple weeks there about three years ago and dearly loved it. I want to get back (especially to see more of Kiev) but have not made it so far.
GenuinelyCurious Nov 29, 2007 at 10:19 AM Report Abuse

Fun to see you and the other beautiful people of Kiev at play. You've opened up my eyes beyond Moscow and St Pete's as destinations... thanks.
Haditos Nov 27, 2007 at 3:01 PM Report Abuse

Excellent Tips and pics. Hope one day go to Kiev. Greetings from Mexico.
Freddiexpat Nov 10, 2007 at 9:46 AM Report Abuse

An interesting peice of architecture. It reminded me of Wembley Stadium White Arch which can been seen from miles around. Somhow I think this will respond better to light and creates the rainbow effect at the right time.