The Most Interesting Places in Khmelnytskyi

Khmelnytskyi — one of the most beautiful cities in Western Ukraine, which never ceases to impress with its identity, culture and beauty. The city is known for both its ancient architectural monuments, as well as interesting places for leisure. Here you can spend time well with a loved one, in the company of friends or with family.

 

What is interesting in the city?

 

Holy Intercession Cathedral

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Have you ever been in a cathedral built on the site of an old cemetery? If not, then it is in Khmelnytskyi that you can visit the Holy Intercession Cathedral, which rises on Volodymyrska Street. At first, it was a small church built in 1824, and over the years it was neglected to such a state that the authorities decided to build a new cathedral in its place. Construction began in the late 80s of the XX. Only in 1992 were the city residents able to take part in its solemn consecration and opening.

 

Address: 13, Volodymyrska Street, Khmelnytskyi

 

KhOKhM — Khmelnytskyi Regional Art Museum

 

Do you appreciate contemporary art? Haven't been on quest tours? Then it is worth visiting one of the city's well-known museums — Khmelnytskyi Regional Art Museum.

If a few years ago even some city residents did not know the museum existed, today it is one of the well-known and popular places, where lovers of contemporary art and city guests gladly go for exhibitions. Excursions, various contests, presentations, creative evenings and master classes are often held here.

 

Address: 47, Proskurivska Street, Khmelnytskyi

 

Artisans' Synagogue

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You can learn a little more about Jewish culture thanks to the Artisans' Synagogue. It is located in Pekarskyi Lane. Its name is not accidental, because it was here in the 1890s that Jewish bakers lived. Only in the 90s of the XX did the small building become a religious and cultural center, where a photo exhibition is now on display highlighting facts about Jewish religious life.

 

Address: 2, Pekarskyi Lane, Khmelnytskyi

 

Cathedral of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos

 

While walking around the city, it is worth getting acquainted with the ancient building, executed in the classical style — the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin. In the 70s of the XVII, the first wooden church built by parishioners still stood here. However, a great fire in 1822 completely destroyed the building, which became the reason for building a new church. Only in 1837 was the cathedral consecrated and opened to parishioners.

It is known that earlier the cathedral stored a lot of church literature, among which was the oldest edition of the Horologion. There was also the famous miraculous icon of the Mother of God, renowned for its healing properties. Today, the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin is one of the valuable architectural monuments and a well-known place among tourists.

 

Address: 15a, Vaisera Street, Khmelnytskyi

 

Khmelnytskyi Registry Office

 

The history of buildings in Khmelnytskyi never ceases to impress. A vivid example of this is the Khmelnytskyi Registry Office, which two centuries ago was the manor house of a doctor from Proskuriv. During the First World War, the building became the headquarters of the 8th Army of the Southwestern Front, and later — the property of the Red Cossacks. In the 70s of the XIX century, there was a city children's hospital here, and today it is a palace for solemn events.

The building is executed in a restrained Baroque style. Its facades are decorated with stucco in the form of corner vases on attics, segmental pediments, massive cornices, floral ornament, and so on. Thanks to constant restoration and repair work, the building has retained its well-kept appearance to this day.

 

 

It is very easy to find the Registry Office in Khmelnytskyi, because an alley of wrought-iron benches stretches past this building, impressing with its variety and unusual look.

Address: 4, Gagarina Street, Khmelnytskyi

 

Chekman Culture Park

 

Chekman Culture Park — one of the most romantic places in the city. It is located on the picturesque bank of the Buh, from where incredible panoramas of the city open up. Not far from the park there is the Island of Love, where the construction of a three-story museum complex is planned in the near future.

The park itself is gradually changing. Alleys are being arranged here, there are many attractions, children's playgrounds are being restored — everything is being done so that every guest's leisure is as productive and positive as possible.

Address: 1, Parkova Street, Khmelnytskyi

 

Monuments of Khmelnytskyi — eternal memories of the people

 

If you want to keep a photo as a memory of the unique and cozy Khmelnytskyi, then be sure to pay attention to the monumental art of this city. There are many monuments here, both of national importance and unusual newly erected objects. Among them:

 

"Angel of Sorrow" in memory of the victims of repressions (61, Proskurivska Street)

 

 

Sculpture-fountain to Baron Munchausen (48, Kamianska Street

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Equestrian monument to Bohdan Khmelnytskyi (at the intersection of Kamianetska and Gagarina streets)

Monument to T. H. Shevchenko (40, Proskurivska Street)

Monument to Afghan war veterans called “Pawn” with the meaningful inscription “Rulers make mistakes — the people suffer” (36 Heroiv Maidanu St.)

 

Monument “Faith. Hope. Love” (Nezalezhnosti Sq.)