Ukrainian Carpathians: Top-5 Settlements for a Holiday.

Planning a weekend trip to the Ukrainian Carpathians? We suggest taking a look at the top-5 settlements worth visiting.

1. Vorokhta

Vorokhta is the most visited place in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. It is in this settlement that two of the six Ukrainian viaducts are located.

A viaduct is a bridge-type engineering structure for transport links. These are old bridges that were built more than 100 years ago and are the longest in Europe. The Carpathian river Prut flows under the bridge. Many vacationers can be seen on the banks of this river near the viaducts. The settlement is located at an altitude of 850 m above sea level. The air here is very clean. Alongside old wooden houses and churches, there are new modern cottages and hotel complexes. It is in this village that the old church preserved to our time stands - the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary of the 18th century. It is from this settlement that the ascent to Mount Hoverla.

begins. But there is an easier route via the Zarosliak tourist base. Also from Vorokhta begins the route to Lake Nesamovyte. It is one of the highest lakes in Ukraine. And to Mount Kukul. But if climbing the mountain is difficult, it can be covered on horseback. In Vorokhta, every vacationer will find entertainment to suit any taste.

2. the town of Yaremche

The second most popular place is the town of Yaremche. It is also located in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. It is situated on the Prut River. Yaremche has its own railway and bus stations, so getting to the city is not difficult. This city is suitable both for active and spiritual relaxation. In the city of Yaremche there are many interesting locations, which are worth attention. On the territory of Yaremche there is the Probiy Waterfall. Special bridges have been built for tourists, from which one can admire the beauty of the waterfall. From this city begin routes to Mount Makovytsia and to Dovbush Rock. Also in this city is the famous Elephant Rock. It stretches along the Prut River.

In the city itself there is an interesting place for tourists planning a trip to the Ukrainian Carpathians, the “Carpathians in Miniature” park-museum. It features landmarks and objects of cultural heritage. For children there are playgrounds and sports corners.

3. Bukovel

The third place is taken by Bukovel. Bukovel is located near the village of Polianytsia, at the foot of Mount Bukovets. The complex is situated at an altitude of 920 meters above sea level. Bukovel is surrounded by the massifs of five mountains: Bukovets, Bulchynokha, Dovha, Babyn Pohar and Chorna Kleva. On the territory of the complex there is an artificial lake called “Molodosti”. There are many entertainment options here for both adults and children. This location was designed with national traditions in mind. The developed infrastructure of the complex attracts more and more tourists every year. In both winter and summer, children and adults have many opportunities for emotional relaxation.

4. Kosmach village

Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast is for exploration and recreation in both winter and summer. Therefore, when planning a trip to the Ukrainian Carpathians, the settlements of this oblast take the first places for recreation. That is why the fourth place is taken by no less colorful Kosmach village. It is the most populous and largest village in Ukraine. It is a treasury of Hutsul culture. In the village itself, more than three thousand craftsmen of various trades are counted. Their products are sold far beyond Ukraine and are in huge demand. Anyone can arrange a master class and learn. For vacationers, hiking routes around the village have been created.

5. Sheshory village

Sheshory is a village where a well-known health spa is located, but that is not the only distinction of this settlement. Every year in July an international festival of ethnic music was held here. Participants came from different corners of the world. The village’s nature enchants every visitor. The streets are situated on the massifs of mountain ridges. There are several waterfalls on the territory of the village. A mountain river flows along the entire village. Next to the waterfall there is a natural mineral spring. It is worth visiting Lake Lebedyn. And also stopping by one of the oldest Hutsul churches, the “Horishnia Church”, and the Church of St. Paraskeva. Until the 18th century, there was a fortress on the territory of the village. Today only fragments of it remain.

In general, when planning a trip to the Ukrainian Carpathians, we suggest visiting every village or tourist location. They are unique and fascinating and will leave no one indifferent.