Kiev is famous for its ancient history, a large number of cathedrals, monuments and museums, well-developed infrastructure and recreation and entertainment industry. Every year more and more Russian tourists choose as a weekend tour - a trip to Kiev. There are a number of explanations for this: visa-free entry for Russians to Ukraine, convenient geographical location, affordability of prices. Not the least role is played by the fact that the overwhelming majority of the population of Kiev speaks Russian, which makes it much easier to stay in the city.
You can go on a tour to Ukraine both by plane and by train, while the journey from Moscow to Kiev by train takes only night, and from St. Petersburg - day (by bus - about 19 hours).
The journey through Kiev usually begins with its main street - Khreshchatyk, which on weekend becomes pedestrian .Also, you should definitely walk along the Andreevsky Descent with its numerous souvenir shops and ruins, visit the Bulgakov Museum, climb the funicular to the observation deck, visit the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra complex and admire the St. Sophia cathedral .If you have one day off and the weather has long excursions, go to the Pirogovo ethnographic open-air museum where you can not only get acquainted with the history of Ukraine, but also try national cuisine, watch various theatrical performances, buy souvenirs and gifts .
Kiev is a very youthful city. At your service are many wonderful bars, cafes, restaurants, cozy coffee houses, restaurants, nightclubs and music clubs. The world-famous stars often come here with concerts, so tours to Kiev can always be combined with visiting interesting and unforgettable events.
All prices are for summer 2013.
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