Every place on Earth has certain charm and appeal it owes to the people living there and to their deeds. This is also true for Kharkiv. For Ukrainian people Kharkov is associated with the first University, first theatre, first art museum and first schools of art and music that were founded in Ukraine. Turning back to the history of Ukraine, when Ukraine has first time gained its independence (in 1919) the capital of the newly independent state became Kharkov. Nowadays Kharkov is a city that harmoniously combines its huge industrial potential and rich cultural heritage that is the reason why this city fairly bears the name of one of the largest scientific, industrial, trade and cultural center of the state. Special interest attracts Kharkov’s architecture that harmonizes old mansions of nobility, constructional facilities of the 20-ties and the modern buildings as well. The main sightseeings that should not stay out of your attention are the following.  The Uspensky (Assumption) Cathedral is situated at the central part of the University Hill. It is one of the city's wonderful architectural monuments built in 1771-1777 in the style of Russian Baroque. The Pokrovsky (Protection of the Virgin) Cathedral is the oldest city building. It was built in 1689. The Pokrovsky Cathedral is located close to the Constitution Square and is a valuable monument of the Ukrainian architecture of the second half of the 17th century. This is a typical Ukrainian three-domed church. The Shevchenko Gardens is the oldest green area in the city center. It was planted as far back as 1804. The gardens central path is a beautiful chestnut-tree alley leading from the Taras Shevchenko Monument to the University building. The gardens area of 25 hectares has over 15,000 trees and bushes of more than 100 varieties. It also has gigantic oaks, which are over 200 years old. Kharkov is always open to visitors and warmly welcomes you! Is it always better one time to see the beauty of the city, then to read about it hundred times!
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