Volodymyrska Hill

Volodymyrska Hill is a place that has inspired many well-known writers and poets. From here, there is a remarkable view of the Dnipro and the capital’s left bank. This panoramic view leaves no one indifferent. It is mentioned by M. Bulgakov in the novel White Guard, and in their poetry by O. Tolstoy, O. Blok, and V. Mayakovsky.

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For a long time, the hill was almost bare, with no trees. However, in 1840 it was turned into a park, and the upper and lower terraces were created to a design by the military engineer Lishevskyi. In honor of St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery, the hill was named Mykhailivska. However, since 1853, from the time the monument to Volodymyr the Great was unveiled, it was renamed Volodymyrska. Today it is one of the well-known parks of Kyiv, covering an area of about 10,6 ha. It is always cozy and beautiful here. You can relax in a gazebo or walk along the paths that wind around the tall trees. It is an ideal place for tourists, lovers, or those who want to admire the remarkable beauty of the old city.

Tip:

Plan your route to Volodymyrska Hill in advance. You can get here three ways: by funicular, across the glass Pedestrian Bridge, or from the side of the Ukrainian House.