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The main attractions of Chernihiv – the City of Legends

Chernihiv is a city located in northern Ukraine, the administrative center of Chernihiv region.

It is the northernmost regional center of Ukraine, the historical center of left-bank Ukraine, and one of the oldest cities in the country first mentioned in 907. Chernihiv is recognized as one of the most eco-friendly cities in Ukraine.

Transfiguration Cathedral founded in 1033-1034

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Also, Chernihiv was one of the largest cities of the ancient Russian state. Fortunately, the city preserved numerous architectural and archaeological sites.

Today, the motto of Chernihiv is “Chernihiv – the City of Legends.” Let’s explore the main sights of this beautiful city. Photos by: Alexander Shvab.

St. Catherine Church welcomes travelers entering the city by car

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Collegium building

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Boris and Gleb Cathedral

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The Desna River

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Old wooden houses

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On the streets of Chernihiv

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Chernihiv Regional Philharmonic Society

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You can walk from St. Catherine Church to the central square along the Alley of Heroes

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Chernihiv street art

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Red Square – the central square of Chernihiv

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Chernihiv Region State Administration

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The Court of Appeal of Chernihiv region

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Hotel “Desna”

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Chernihiv railway station

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The building of the former fire station

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Church of St. Paraskeva (the end of the 12th century)

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Tourist information

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The pedestal of the monument to Lenin

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Eletskii Monastery. The oldest and largest monastery in Chernihiv, and one of the oldest in Ukraine (the 11th century)

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The monument to the liberators on Boldin Hills

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The bell tower of Trinity-Elias Monastery

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Vvedenskaya Church

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Trinity-Elias Monastery

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Welcome to Chernihiv!

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