A great outdoor field trip without having to venture outside city limits is the thing to do.
The Pyrohovo open-air museum of Ukrainian folk architecture is perfect for this. This architectural gem of almost 300 exhibits covers over 150 hectares of luxurious Kyiv real estate in the Holosiyiv district.
The area is divided into distinct ethnographic regions to represent the country’s diverse features in housing and clothing design. Pyrohovo amazingly reveals the essence of Ukrainian folk art by displaying a large collection of ethnic clothing and embroidery, furniture, pottery, and musical instruments.
Once you’ve seen all the churches, windmills, livestock stalls, obscure corners in the houses, and other attractions, it becomes rather tempting to escape into nature and contemplate life simply lying on the grass. Take a stroll in the surrounding forest. For those in search of more action, a horseback ride followed by dinner at an open air restaurant with live Ukrainian music is in order.
For those who prefer to stay close to the vivacity of city life, Slavy Park (Glory Park), located on the picturesque Dnipro River sloping next to Pecherska Lavra, is a combination of ancient architecture, history and the beauty of nature.Possessing one of the most popular observation decks in the city, Slavy Park reveals an absolutely breathtaking view of Kyiv and the Dnipro River. The eternal flame in memory of the Unknown Soldier lies at the base of the 27-meter (88ft) high Stella obelisk, which is the central element of the architectural composition. The path to the obelisk is laid out with names of World War II heroes. The park adjoins Pechersk Lavra, also known as the Monastery of the Caves, a UNESCO Heritage site.
