What to See in Chernivtsi?

Have you ever been in a hall where the walls are lined with silk and the floor is made of the hardest kinds of wood? Do you want to see the house where a Hollywood film star spent her early childhood? Chernivtsi is a city of surprises. It is not only beautiful and welcoming to its guests, but also truly capable of surprising tourists with interesting historical facts and impressive architectural landmarks. So, when planning a holiday, be sure to add to your wish list the city with plenty to see — Chernivtsi.

Bukovynska Hospital is not just an institution where people have been treated and saved for more than a hundred years, but also a historical landmark of the city. Once, the famous writer Mykhailo Bulgakov worked in this building. He was not only a talented writer, but also a good doctor with a medical education. Few facts about Bulgakov's life remain in the city, but it is definitely known that in 1916 he lived in the city and worked as a doctor.

The luxurious synagogue building, designed in the neo-Moorish style, was a true decoration of the city from 1870 to 1941. However, the destructive war years did not spare the building, which was almost completely destroyed by fire. After restoration in 1959, the temple was rebuilt and turned into the Zhovten cinema (now called Chernivtsi). The new building no longer had a large dome, was added with a fourth floor and a gable roof with a pediment.

The Puppet Theatre is a unique building, erected from stones that were used to build the old fortress on Mount Tsetsyno. It is also one of the oldest buildings in the city, which in 1782 received the name “the colonel's house”. A fire in 1866 almost completely destroyed the building, but it was restored in 1904, giving it the modern appearance that visitors can appreciate. Until 1983, the building was a military casino, officers' club and an education venue. Only in the early 90s of the 20th century did it become a puppet theatre, which still presents splendid performances for children and their parents.

If you find yourself in the old part of the city, you can look at the small estate from 1900 on Olzhycha Street, where the girl Mila was born. She is now the world-famous Hollywood actress Mila Kunis. Even in childhood, her parents emigrated to the USA, and the girl began her acting career there. And although the actress has a negative attitude toward her homeland, she still has Ukrainian roots. Today the house belongs to a deputy of the State Duma of Russia.

One of the most beautiful universities in Ukraine is Chernivtsi National University. This is an extremely beautiful and luxurious building, which once served as the residence of the metropolitans of Bukovyna and Dalmatia. 2 mln. zlotys were allocated for its construction, and the construction itself lasted 20 years. Within the walls of this institution, I. Franko completed his studies in 1890-1891. And today thousands of tourists are receiving higher education. Almost everything in Chernivtsi University has remained unchanged. Therefore, it is certainly worth seeing in Chernivtsi not only the university itself, but also its rich and luxurious interiors of the main halls. It is no coincidence that people in the city believe that anyone who has not been to Chernivtsi University will not be able to fully imagine what Chernivtsi is like.

Chernivtsi is a city where the buildings of the 19th century, built in the neo-Baroque and neo-Renaissance styles, have been well preserved. Therefore, anyone wishing to see its historic part should head to the central part of the city. Among the many interesting buildings of Central Square, the City Hall deserves special attention. And on the most beautiful Theatre Square of Chernivtsi, be sure to find the opportunity to go to the Drama Theatre. Here you can not only see a good performance, but also appreciate the beauty of the building, executed in the style of Vienna Secession.

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Chernivtsi is truly a beautiful city that knows how to impress, inspire and lift everyone who values the beauty of architectural landmarks and Ukrainian landscapes.