Kiev is one of the oldest cities in Europe with extant architectural and historical remains dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries.
Together with a professional guide/ interpreter you will start your excursion from Old Kiev Hill (Volodimir's Hill), the place where the first settlements were established in 482 A.D.
You will visit a replica of the basement of Desyatinnaya Church (10th century), the oldest Christian Church in Ukraine, founded by Prince Volodimir.
St. Sophia's CathedralA splendid specimen of the architecture of the 11th century is Sophia Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, that has survived despite the Tatar-Mongol invasion and all following wars. You will be awed by the beauty and age of the mosaics and frescos from the 11th century that grace the interior of the Cathedral.
You will visit the famous Golden Gates, the main ceremonial entrance to the ancient city located a short and beautiful walk from St. Sophia's Cathedral. The Gates were demolished by the conquering Mongols in 1240 and subsequently rebuilt. This beautiful and mighty construction inspired the famous composer Musorgsky to compose his musical composition "Pictures from the Exhibition".
Mykhailivskij CathedralWalking through Sophiiska and Mykhailivska Squares you will continue on to Kiev's famous Andriivskyi Uzviz (Descent) visiting St. Andrew's Church with its unique Ukrainian baroque architecture and stunning location, all the way down to historic Podil.
The tour ranges from 2-4 hours depending on the interests of the group.
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