Melitopol' Travel Guide

 Marywhotravels Says:  The "Stone Grave" or "Rocky Mound" ("Kamena Mohyla" in Ukrainian) is the most famous attraction in the entire region. This natural rock formation was formed millions of years ago, creating what appeared to be one enormous "stone grave." Later, early humans used the mound as... 

 Marywhotravels Says:  This is really not a bad little museum. There is a changing art exhibit on the first floor, and upstairs are exhibits about Melitopol's history, with several rooms focusing on the Second World War. The tributes to Melitopol's fallen soldiers are especially moving. There is... 

 Marywhotravels Says:  Just like Moscow, Melitopol has its own Gorky Park. Sure, ours is a lot smaller and not quite so fancy, but it's still the most popular place for Melitopolians to spend a Sunday afternoon. It's a nice place to sit by a fountain, drink a beer, chat with the locals, throw nuts... 

 Marywhotravels Says:  "Zoo Corner" is the closest thing Melitopol has to a zoo, and it's pretty far from a zoo. Inside this colorfully painted building, you'll pay 20 cents to play with several rabbits, guinea pigs, pigeons, chickens, and a single miserable looking goat. The animals at least seem... 

 Marywhotravels Says:  Okay, it isn't much of an amusement park, but it's the best that Melitopol has to offer. They do re-paint it bright colors every spring, so it always has a fresh and energetic look, even if the rides are more than a little dilapidated. Most people just like to hang out on... 

 Marywhotravels Says:  Svetlana is a pleasant and very typical Ukrainian restaurant. The decor inside is quite Soviet, and the service can be a bit surly and slow. But there's a very pleasant outdoor seating area covered in ivy, and the clientele in the evening is usually fairly friendly. During...