Chernihiv Travel Guide

  St. Catherine Church (Katerynynska...
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  • St. Catherine Church (Katerynynska Church)
      St. Catherine Church (Katerynynska...
    by HORSCHECK
  • Soviet tank monument
      Soviet tank monument
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  • Part of the Monument to the Great Patriotic War
      Part of the Monument to the Great...
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  • Part of the Monument to the Great Patriotic War
      Part of the Monument to the Great...
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  • Part of the Monument to the Great Patriotic War
      Part of the Monument to the Great...
    by HORSCHECK
 

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Things to Do  

visit the Antoniy caves

visit the Antoniy caves, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  Find the Illinsky church,underneath are the caves.Very unique place. 

St. Catherine's Church

St. Catherine's Church, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  The baroque style St. Catherine's Church (Katerynynska Church) was built between the end of the 17th and beginning of the 18th century. When we visited the church the interior was being renovated and church services were held outside in provisional tents. During the Soviet... 

Hotels  

Gradetskiy

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Restaurants  

Sharlotka Coffee House: Cozy and delicious!

Sharlotka Coffee House: Cozy and delicious!, Chernihiv

 icepryncyss Says:  Sharlotka is more than a coffee house - the atmosphere feels like Vienna - cozy and warm. I was a little surprised to find something so nice.It has soups, salads, and scrumptious sandwiches! Prices are about average. 

Chanson: Try ,,shashlik``

Chanson: Try ,,shashlik``, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  best food in town,live music at the evening Caucasian food,shashlik and soups are wonderful 

Nightlife  

Cafe Nostalgie: Art cafe

Cafe Nostalgie: Art cafe, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  interesting pleace to meet nice people,from 10pm it is ppossible to dance there no special dress code 

Bar 'L'Ettual'' (hope spelling...

Bar 'L'Ettual'' (hope spelling..., Chernihiv

 CrazyPony Says:  Bar 'L'Ettual'' (hope spelling is right) :)friendly staff (barmen were just unique:)> 2 guys with art education, you have a chance to talk to them if they still work there... French music, nice cocktails, prices are ok...and french-style decorations. The most wonderful... 

Transportation  

To Chernihiv by train

To Chernihiv by train, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  We went to Chernihiv by train from Kiev. We took the 09:35 h train which goes to St. Petersburg in Russia. The trip took about 2,5 h and a single ticket was 27,41 UAH (about 4 Euro; 2007). Please keep in mind that you have to present your passport when buying a train ticket... 

Explore Chernihiv on foot

Explore Chernihiv on foot, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  Chernihiv is best explored on foot. If you are planning to visit all the churches in one day, be prepared for a lot of walking.You will be rewarded with some hidden gems and lovely views.If you are tired from walking you can still catch a local bus as there are plenty of... 

Explore Chernihiv by bus

Explore Chernihiv by bus, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  Chernihiv has a wide public transportation network consisting of local buses, private mini buses and trolleybuses.Depending on the type of bus the fare varies between 0,50 and 1,0 UAH. It is often displayed on the windscreen or inside the bus. In some buses the fare has to... 

To Chernihiv by bus

To Chernihiv by bus, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  We left Chernihiv by bus. There are plenty of different buses serving the Chernihiv to Kiev route all around the day. We took one of the bigger buses which left Chernihiv at 20:45 h and arrived in Kiev at 22:15 h (Bus terminal at pl. Moskovska 3). We bought the ticket in... 

Shopping  

world of shoes: shoe paradise

world of shoes: shoe paradise, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  2 floors high,specially for woman a lot of choice at the market you may find everything but as for shoes I recommend this place around 300Hriwna(around 40Euros) 

Little shops: Little shops

Little shops: Little shops, Chernihiv

 Listig Says:   Chernihiv's jewellers, weapons, dishes, bowls and fabric were famous for their high-quality . Especially popular was their silverware. Today, the best examples of these articles are exhibited in many museums of the Ukraine and Russia. 

Local Customs  

Public toilets in Ukraine

Public toilets in Ukraine, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  Standards of public toilets in the Ukraine vary a lot. If you are lucky you might find clean and comfortable public toilets in bigger cities like Kiev or Lviv. But even here squat toilets can be seen quite often, also in older restaurants or hotels.In more rural areas the... 

Local currency: Hryvnia

Local currency: Hryvnia, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  Ukraine is a country of cash, so it is always best to pay cash. The local currency is the "Hryvnia" (abbreviation: UAH) which is divided into 100 Kopecks.In 2004/05 new banknotes were put into circulation, but the various old ones are still valid and in circulation as well.... 

Ukrainian Beer

Ukrainian Beer, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  When travelling to a foreign country I always try to taste their local beers. In the Ukraine the following two beers were among my favourites:Chernihivske Beer is brewed by the Chernihiv Desna Brewery in Northern Ukraine. It is one of the best selling beer brands in the... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

avoid the area near the cannons at night

avoid the area near the cannons at night, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  locals told me that it is dangerous to go at this parkarea at night 

What to Pack  

Bradt travel guide - Ukraine

Bradt travel guide - Ukraine, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:   Like many other countries in Eastern Europe, the Ukraine is a rapidly developing country. Unfortunately, it is often difficult to find a Tourist Information Office or just a free map, therefore an up to date guide book for independent travellers is highly recommended.We... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Soviet tank monument

Soviet tank monument, Chernihiv

 HORSCHECK Says:  After our arrival at the train station of Chernihiv we decided to go to the city centre on foot instead of taking a local bus. On the way we came across a Soviet monument with a tank on top. On the tank was written in Ukrainian language "For the fatherland".A big memorial... 

Favorites  

sculptures in a small park

sculptures in a small park, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  Anthony caves and monasteries the parks and the churches and the people 

interesting churches and monasteries

interesting churches and monasteries, Chernihiv

 Herwig1961 Says:  walk from church to church 

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 I was there for about 3 months and I absolutely recommend this hotel.Very good service,clean and located at the center. No problem to pay with credit card 

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Chernihiv - Ancient town in Northern Ukraine

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  In June 2007 we visited Chernihiv (Russian spelling: Chernigov) in a daytrip from the Ukrainian capital Kiev. We went there by train and left Chernihiv by bus, therefore we saw a lot of the rural... 

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My lovely Chernihiv!

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Chernihiv. I'd love to share with you the 26 tips I've written, the 24 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Lovely Chernigiv

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 beautiful monastery with at wonderful view from the bell tower 

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My first city in Ukraine!

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 Chernihiv, an economic and cultural hub, is a city located in northern Ukraine. It is the capital of Chernihiv Oblast. Located about 130 km northeast of Kiev and approximately 30 miles from Chernobyl,... 

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CrazyPony's new Chernihiv Page

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 When the trip to Chernigiv is not planned and looks like the total adventure, i think my notes will help you to survive in this city at night without having any shelter....:) Mind that it is good for... 

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