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 Monument at Babyn Jar by Bobek
I am a German and luckily for me this is all history. All my life I have believed in the power of good inside all of us. When I was 18, the typical age of being drafted, I did not go and became a conscientious objector. Fact is I still consider military the pest for mankind, even more when growing older and wiser. But all my beliefs, my personal integrity and innocence cannot save me from feeling ashamed with what my fellow citizens have done only a couple of decades ago. When will we all ever learn?
Those of you who still support the ideas of military ideology, why don' t you look inside your hearts? How long do you need for the most simple consideration that you can never wash your hands clean once being involved in any killing? It is so simple.
Those of you, especially from Christian religion or from any other religion in this world, have you never heard the old commandment given "Thou shalt not kill"?
Or those of you, who remain untouched or take this lightly, hear my warning, violence and evil has got a chance because of this.
Please stop the devastation of hearts and minds, stop the destruction of families. Do not trust in miserable politicians who keep on telling you there is something positive with military. Do not believe them. It is not.
Babyn Jar memorial reminds of an abyss of human hatred and ignorance. During the night from 29th to 30th September 1941 German fascists committed the crime of slaughtering far more than 33,000 Jews from Kiev here. - A sober statement. But what can I say when my heart is able to fly back in time and see the damage done? That is inexpressable grief.
Oh Heavenly Father, please forgive us because we still know not what we do... Please teach us tolerance, teach us mercy, teach us peace. Leave a Comment Directions: Find more photographs here (Valerij Lysenko, member of VT, Kiev)
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 Marinskii Palace by Bobek
(text removed) Leave a Comment Address: Michail-Grushevskii street 5Directions: Lipki, attached to Marinskii park.
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 Kievo-Pecherska Lavra by Dialing
The most of the buildings in the monastery date from 17-18 century and are the examples of Ukrainian baroque style. From the 12 century there is only one church left (with just few architectural changes conducted later). This is the church above the main entrance gates and it is called "Nadbramna. It's a miracle that this church has remained after all the misfortunes (attacks, wars and fires). It was built in 1106-1108 as the defense tower. The church itself is situated on the second floor above the gates. Its interior is great. The narrow windows, and the general visual effect of movement upwards create the sense of the raised ease. The construction of the church carries the typical features of Ancient Russian architecture. Leave a Comment Address: PecherskDirections: Rather by metro to "Arsenal'na", also may see park Askol'dova Mogila, and walk by Sichnevogo Povstannya street
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 Kyiv Golden Gate by Dialing
There was indeed a fierce battle for possession of the city of Kyiv; but, though the military might of the Pechenegs was great, King Yaroslav inflicted a devastating blow upon the army of the Pechenegs and virtually drove them off Ukrainian soil.
Since it would also be necessary to protect this new part of the city with walls and ramparts, King Yaroslav ordered the construction of new fortifications. And, through these new walls and ramparts, he also ordered the construction of a strong main gateway - the Golden Gates.
The church was ornamented with frescos, ceramics and woodcarvings. The gate itself was reinforced and decorated with metal. The entranceway could be closed off with heavy doors of oak panels bound together with sheets of gilded copper. The arch itself was crowned with notches and semicircular niches, an architectural feature peculiar to the architecture of Kyivan Rus. Outside, the structure was girded by a deep moat spanned by a drawbridge.
The remains of the Golden Gates of Kiev one of Ukraine's oldest surviving historical monuments stand in a small public park at the corner of Volodymyrska Leave a Comment Directions: Walking from Kretshatik to Volodymyrska by Prorizna str.
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 Kyiv Andriivskiy Spusk by Dialing
Andriivska Church was founded by Queen-Emperor Elizabeth Petrovma in 1744 and was built in 1753 by V.Rastrelli. In accordance to the legends the Dnieper hills were visited and distinguished by Andriy Pervozdanny.
Nowadays Andriivsky Spusk is a all-year round exhibition place for arts, craftsworks, decorations, souvenirs; you can also witness live perfomances of musicians and actors.
The whole street is highly repreresnted by art galleries and studios, restaurants (i.e. Za dvumya Zaytshami), cafes, shops.
Worth noting a theatre and unique museums - Museum of M.Bulgakov, author of "Master and margarita" and Museum of the Street, i.e. Andriivskiy Spusk in historical pictures and photos from that times till now. Leave a Comment Address: Guess :)Directions: Walking from Maidan Nezhalezhnosti, or from Podol by funicular to Mykhailovskaya Square, and then Desyatinnaya str..
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The very first tram was launched in Kyiv 115 years ago, on June 15, 1892.it was the first electric tram not only in the former Russian Empire but Europe as well. The first tram route went down the Alexandrovsky spusk (now Vladimirsky, from the Tsar Square ( now European) to Poshtova Square.
The touring tram is a 1992 reconstruction of the original model. The tour starts at Kontraktova Ploscha, goes down the right side of Dnipro river to the Paton Bridge and back to Podil. During the tour you will learn whom should Kyiv be grateful for this technological miracle; get some tips on how public transportation looked like before the tram; how much the tram fee was and how it was calculated; who were the first people who rode the tram and who were the people who opposed it, see old pictures and hear many more amazing stories.
The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and costs 30 Hryvna per adult and 20 per child.
P.S. while riding a tram, remember it’s an old and the only tram from the XIX century left, so it tends to complain a lot about its fate :) (read - make a lot of noise) Address: Kontraktova PloschaDirections: the tram stops is to the right from the Monument to SkovorodaWebsite: www.interesniy.kiev.ua
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The zoo is wonderful... Especially for kids this is a fantastic place to spend the day. In Kiev they have a corner the size of a farm yard where children can directly touch, pet and feed typical farm animals or other interesting creatures like goats, ducks, small naughty pigs, hares, guinea pigs, and the kids can also ride on a pony.
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Yaroslaviv Val is one of few streets in Kyiv that have survived the wars and destructive Soviet times and succeed to preserve the original appearance of the XIX century street. It’s a great stroll as well as good place to take pictures. Most of buildings have memorial plagues (in Ukrainian and Russian). You can hire a guided tour or just wander around by yourself. There are several nice coffee shops down the street, where you can “refuel.” Address: Yaroslaviv ValDirections: the street off the Golden Gate
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Karaim Kenasa, a hallmark of Yaroslaviv Val, was build by a well-known architect Vladislav Gorodetsky (other buildings by Gorodetsky worth seeing include The House with Chimeras, The National Art Museum and St. Nicholas Church) on request of the tobacco “kings” and leaders of the Karaim community, Kohen Brothers. Build in the Moresque style, the kenasa was opened in 1902 and was the first worshiping place for the local karaim community. The building has almost preserved its original look loosing just the ornate dome (see the old picture). The insides of the kenasa were renovated several years ago. Currently it is used for chamber concerts. (check the concert/event poster on the adjacent to kenasa building on the left). Address: Yaroslaviv Val 7Directions: the street ro the right off the Golden Gate
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Kraina Mriy (Dreamland), the International Folk Festival, brings together the best Ukrainian folk groups from across Ukraine, as well as folk groups from around the world. during the festival, you can hear original Ukrainian folk songs, observe Ukrainian traditional rites, learn traditional Ukrainian dances. the festival also offers a special entertainment program for children. Besides great music, the festival holds arts and crafts fair, where you can not only buy souvenirs but also try your skills in pottery, paining, smiting, etc.
This year the festival will take place around Ivana Kupala, one of the most unique Ukrainian holiday, which roots go back to pagan times.
And last, but not the least, the festival is organized by Oleh Skypka, a front man of well-known
Ukrainian rock group VV (Vopli Vidoplyasova). he also will be performing during the festival.
When: July 6-8, 2007
TIME: Kids ground is open from 14:00 to 18:00; Artisans Alley is open from 14:00 to 20:00
Detailed program is available (so far in Ukrainian only) on the website below. Address: Spivoche PoleDirections: Spivoche Pole is located besides the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. Take bus #24 from European Square till the very last stop; or take subway (red line) to Arsenalna and then walk (15-20 min) or take marshrutkas # the Museum of IIWW (see the map)Website: http://www.krainamriy.com
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