The blooming of chestnut trees in Kyiv is a mesmerizing sight
No one will ever know when the first settlement appeared on the territory of present-day Kyiv. Archaeologists have excavated villages that may date back to the mid-sixth century. Mentions appeared already in the era of princes in 860, and in Soviet history it is indicated that the history of Kyiv began in 482. The capital of Ukraine celebrated its 1530th anniversary in 2012. A round date, considering that Kyiv is one of the oldest cities in Europe.
Kyiv grew rapidly and by the 11th century AD was impressive in size. It was significantly larger than many European capitals. At that time, it could easily fit 10 Parises, fifty Londons. Now Kyiv is one of the largest metropolises in Europe, with many entertainments and prospects. To see all the bright places, it is better to use a bicycle or minibuses, but it is more comfortable, of course, with your own car or order a taxi in Kyiv.
Another unofficial name of Kyiv is the chestnut capital. And this is true: there are really many chestnut trees in the city, and during the flowering season the streets change completely. In beauty, they are not inferior to cities with cherry blossoms.
Also in Kyiv there is a unique metro station "Arsenalna" with a depth of 105 meters. And the station "Zoloti Vorota" is not inferior in beauty to similar metro stations in European metropolises.
The capital of Ukraine is also noted for its unique monuments. Nowhere else can you find a monument to an ordinary garbage truck! Moreover, this Soviet workhorse drove onto the pedestal under its own power in the mid-1970s. There it remained for eternal rest. As architects claim, the machine remains in working condition.
Among the green cities of Europe, Kyiv also holds the lead. Despite the high population density of the metropolis, there are a huge number of park areas in the city, and all of them are well-maintained. The areas of parks are constantly expanding, as are the city boundaries.
In Kyiv, the most amazing Christian temple was built. It has no bells at all, and they were not even provided. Once upon a time, there were impassable swamps on the site of the future capital. They suddenly disappeared when a holy wanderer placed a cross on the hill, which later became known as Andriyivsky Hill. Local residents quickly built a temple on this site, but without bells. It was believed that if the alarm bell was rung, the disappeared water would rise again and flood the entire area.
Kyiv can rightfully be considered the father of the domestic tram. It first ran through the city streets in 1892. And it was Kyiv that became the founder of tram passenger transportation in the empire.
Not far from the city center there is a local landmark – Lysa Hora (Bald Mountain). There is indeed almost no vegetation on it. Occult enthusiasts believe that this is the work of evil spirits and that a witches' Sabbath takes place on the mountain. In fact, Lysa Hora was once covered with forests, but local residents cut them all down to heat their homes.
In Kyiv, back in 1912, the first skyscraper on the territory of the Russian Empire was built. It was called the Ginzburg House, 12 stories high. Later, the building was completely destroyed during the war. In Kyiv, a high-rise building of 168 meters was erected, which became the tallest in Ukraine.
Kyiv is also distinguished by its central streets. The shortest and widest central street of Kyiv, Khreshchatyk, has a length of only 1.3 km with a width of 75 meters. This is the widest street in Europe.
Source: comers.com.ua