Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra is a cave monastery, that was built in 1051. Since then the Lavra has been a preeminent center of Eastern Orthodox Christianity in Eastern Europe. Its large territory full not only of beautiful temples, but also museums worth a peek
Great Lavra Belltower
Built in 1731-1745, the bell tower is the most recognisable building of the Lavra. For additional cost one can climb all the way up and admire a stunning view from the top
Dormition Cathedral
Original church was built in 11th century by the cost of Sviatoslav II (son of Yaroslav the Wise) and remained the main church of the Lavra
Dormition Cathedral is shown on the back side of 10 Hryvnia banknote. The front side of the banknote has a portrait of Hetman Ivan Mazepa
One of many things Ivan Mazepa left famous in history is investing huge costs into renovations of religious buildings and building new ones (like Saint Sophia bell tower)
In 1941 the cathedral was destroyed either by nazi troops or retreating soviet army
In 2000 the cathedral was completely restored
The original 11th century church, the cathedral raised from was restored as well
Refectory Church
Was constructed in 1893-1895. This is where Lavra monks had their meals. The church is famous for its modernist decorations inside
If you feel thirsty, you can have some fresh water from a holy fountain
Museum of historical treasures
A place with an outstanding exposition collection of ancient treasures found in Ukraine, including Scythian Golden Pectoral
Golden Pectoral is a breathtaking masterpiece of the ancient world. Produced in 6th century BCE by Greeks of modern Crimea for Scythian royalty
The Scythians were an ancient nomadic people inhabiting Eurasia, including territory of modern Ukraine, from approximately the 7th century BC until the 3rd century BC.
Collection of the museum also includes treasures of ancient Kyivan Rus and even middle age Arabic Dirhams
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Scythian Treasures (6th century BCE)
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Treasures of Kyïvan Rus (12th century CE)
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Dirhams (8th century CE)
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Bible case (17th century CE)
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Trinket from Odesa (19th century CE)
