Kiev is the capital of Ukraine, the administrative, economic and cultural center of the country. The grand Dnepr separates and at the same time unites the city buried in the verdure of blooming chestnut-trees.
The history of Kiev traces its roots back to ancient days. Numerous monuments of architecture, culture and history attract hundred thousand tourists.
Kiev-Pechersk Lavra Monastery, the sacred place of the Orthodox world, brought fame to Kiev. No less famous are St. Sophia Cathedral and St. Andrew Church (18th cent.), St. Michael Golden-Domed Cathedral and St. Cyrill Church, ancient Podol and Pechersk. The Museum of Folk Architecture and Life in the open air will provide guidance on longstanding traditions of Ukrainian people.
The National Opera of Ukraine, the House of Organ Music, the State Philharmonic Society, numerous theatres, museums and art galleries are the centers of the capital’s cultural life.