Myrhorodska Puddle

The pond "Myrhorodska Kaluzha" is not an artificial fountain or body of water, it is a real lake, which is located near the Assumption Church. "Myrhorodska Kaluzha" is located in Poltava region, in the city of Myrhorod. The lake is unique in that it is relatively shallow, yet it never dries up. Even in hot weather, it is full of water, which is explained by supply from underground waters.

Photo from the website myrgorod.pl.ua

The first mention of Myrhorodska Kaluzha appeared in the 19th century. According to the description, only one tenth of the lake now remains, preserved thanks to Gogol. It was he who mentioned Myrhorodska Kaluzha in the work “How Ivan Ivanovych Quarreled with Ivan Nykiforovych”. As a token of gratitude, in 2009, for the 200th anniversary of the writer's birth, a promenade was laid along the lake and a monument to M. V. Gogol and sculptures of the characters from his story were installed.

Interesting facts:

• “Myrhorodska Kaluzha” does not freeze even in winter, and in summer local swans swim on it.
• According to legend, there really was a puddle here before, which later became a lake.
• The original size of the puddle was such that after it was partially drained, the authorities were able to plant the park, build residential houses, and lay a road to the cathedral.