Kharkiv is my home

and one of the biggest cities in Ukraine and Eastern Europe


Bridge over the lopan river. Kharkiv, Ukraine Read more on Wikipedia

5 places in Kharkiv you should visit

1. Gorky Central Park

Ferris wheel in the Gorky Central Park

Central Park of Culture and Rest in Kharkov - the best theme park in Ukraine, one of the best in Europe. This is confirmed by a number of awards and positive feedback from our visitors, including Tripadvisor users. The park consists of several thematic zones, each decorated in its own style. In the park there are attractions for all ages - from children to the extreme.

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2. Sarzhin Yar

Water sourse in Sarzhin Yar.

Sarzhin Yar is a real green oasis among concrete buildings. Kharkiv residents come here to lie down on the grass, have a picnic, admire nature. There is a workout area for outdoor sports, a playground, and a hot tub. Now you can catch trout on your own. The city bike path, passing through Sarzhin Yar, connects the central part of the city with its outskirts, which allows the employees of the business center to easily get to work by bike.

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3. Freedom Square

Еhe largest square in Europe - Freedom square

The Freedom Square is the main square of Kharkov and an architectural landmark. It is the second largest city-center square in Europe and the ninths in the world. It is the place of every possible events: concerts, demonstrations, fairs, meetings. The total area of the square is 11.9 hectares, the length is from 960 to 750 meters. Two metro stations are located under the square: station Universitet of Saltivska line and Derzhprom of Oleksiivska line.

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4. Kharkiv Zoo

Kharkiv Zoo - view from above.

Kharkov Zoo is the oldest zoo in Ukraine. It is located in the heart of the city next to the Park Shevchenko. The Zoo occupies the territory of 22 hectares, where 6810 animals of 385 species found their home. Among them 103 species are considered as rare and are under protection. Many of them breed well in the homely setting of Kharkov Zoo.

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5. Shevchenko Garden

Fountain in Shevchenko's garden.

The magnificent Shevchenko Garden, spread out near Kharkiv main landmark, the Svobody Square, is the oldest and the most beautiful park complex in the city. Convenient location, beautified green areas, and great number of original objects make it a popular recreation and entertainment place for Kharkiv locals and guests. The garden was laid out on the initiative of Kharkiv University’s founder in the early 19th century and occupied the territory of the natural oak-grove, located in city outskirts.

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