THINGS TO SEE IN KYIV

Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, is one of the most beau­tiful cities in the world

Kyiv is one of the oldest cities of Europe and it has not many places of historic interest.

St. Volodymyr Cathedral was built in 1892 in a new Byzantic style by the architect Baretti.

Kyivites say that if you do not see the Golden Gate while here, then you did not see Kyiv.

The church was built in 1037 by Prince Oleg on the site of a battle-field to commemorate the victory over the Pechenegs.

The most visitors are impressed by the beauty of St Andrew's Church.

Kyiv Pecherska Lavra Monastery is one of the most famous sites of Kyiv.

"Lavra" is the term used by the Orthodox Church for its largest monastery.

The famous monk Nestor wrote the chronicle "The Story of Begone Days" while living in this monastery.