Green Tourism
5 Must-visit spots in the Ukrainian Carpathians
1. Hoverla mountain
Hoverla Mountain is 1061 m, which is the highest peak of the Ukrainian Carpathians and the highest point of Ukraine. Thousands of people have left their footprints on its green and stony paths. Hoverla Mountain trekking is not difficult and doesn’t require special physical conditions. The mountain views from the top of Hoverla are worth living.
Discover more on Wikipedia2. Manyava Waterfall
Numerous picturesque waterfalls are real decoration of wonderful Carpathians. The tempestuous power of water that falls roaring from a height and then merrily runs along the stony paths of the riverbed is fascinating and astonishing. The Carpathians’ waterfalls are all unique; each of them is special in its own way, magical and charming. Manyava waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls in the Ukrainian Carpathians.
Discover more on Wikipedia3. Manyava Skete
Between the mountains slopes covered with evergreen firs with the healing spring water and micro climate there is a unique wonder of architects and nature. Manyava monastery , called the second Athos, is located between the peaks of Carpathians, near the village of Manyava. The territory of the monastery is harmonically combined with the natural composition.
Discover more on Wikipedia4. Synevyr Lake
Synevyr Lake is a real natural wonder of Ukraine. It was formed about 10 thousand years ago as a result of the powerful rock shifts. Locals call the lake the Sea Eye because a small island in the middle resembles an eye pupil. It is associated with many legends and mystical stories.
Discover more on Wikipedia5. Museum of pysanka
Museum of Pysanka is the only museum in the world dedicated to the pysanka, and it has become a calling card of Kolomyia. Located in a giant Easter Egg, this museum has an excellent collection of pysankas from different parts of Ukraine. At this time, the museum possesses a collection of over 10,000 pysankas.
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