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Traveladvisor in Ukraine: Are you going on a vacation you can get lots of free and professional help, traveladvice and information from the National Tourism Organisation.

Discover the country and the cities getting the most out of your vacation with the professional help from the people who knows their country and their culture the best.

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How is the weather in Ukraine ?

Kyiv
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2.1 ° C
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96 %
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Ukraine which is located in Eastern Europe is one of the largest country in that region of Europe bordering Russia in the northeast, Belarus in the north, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary in the west, Romania and Moldova in the southwest and also Black Sea and Sea of Azov in the south.

It is a popular tourist destination especially for tourists from Western Europe and North America. The main selling point is the rich historical character of the country with as many five hundred cities dating back as early as nine hundred years.

Visitors are spellbound by the architectural beauty of Ukraine. Kiev is the capital and the largest city of Ukraine where most travelers begin their journey.

Population & Languages

Ukraine has a population of roughly 46.7 million and the official language is Ukrainian. The other languages spoken here are Russian, Romanian, Polish and Hungarian.

Electricity

Voltage – 220 volts, Frequency – 50Hz. Standard European Round pin attachment plug

Local Customs

Ukrainians are warm hearted and welcoming people. Casual dressing is mostly worn here though it will be a good idea to wear smartly for theatres. Small gifts are appreciated. Tipping is not very common; service is usually included in fine restaurants and hotel bills.

Most popular sights in Ukraine

St Sophia Cathedral – As old as nine centuries, it is one of the architectural marvels of Ukraine.
Kiev-Pechersk Lavra (Caves Monastery) – These caves are as old as one millennium and dating back to 11th century.
Great Patriotic War Museum
Statue of the Motherland, Kiev

Travel

By Air – The national airline of Ukraine is Ukrainian International Airlines. In collaboration with Aer Fi Group and Austrian Airline it links Kyiv to Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Lisbon, London, Madrid, Milan, Paris, Rome, Rotterdam, Vienna and Zurich. There is one more airline in Ukraine called Air Ukraine which serves relatively less number of European cities. Lviv is also connected to New York, Warsaw and Washington. It is connected to Turkey through Simferopol and to UK through IvanoFrankivsk. The major airport is Boryspil State International Airport (KBP) which is located twenty five miles from Kiev.

By Sea – The primary ports of Ukraine are Izmail and Odessa which are situated on the River Danube. The ferry services connect Ukraine with Russia and Georgia. They also connect various cities on the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. Sevastopol is the port which connects Istanbul, Turkey.

By Rail – Ukraine has approximately 14,000 miles of railway tracks linking most towns and cities. Kyiv and Lviv are the main stations which connect with Moscow on a daily basis. Ukraine also has direct lines to Berlin (Germany), Budapest (Hungary), Warsaw (Poland) and Bucharest (Romania).

By Road – Ukraine has an extensive network of roads with approximately 107,000 mile of road network out of which nearly 18,000 mile is main or national roads.

Visit Ukraine A-Z

Donetsk

Donetsk Travel Wiki Travel to Donetsk Read about and get inspiration for a trip to the city, check for the cheapest flights and hotels in Donetsk Located in Eastern Ukraine, Donetsk is one of the industrial powerhouses of the country. The Russian influences are great here, as is the independent spirit of the people. The wealth of the city because of its industry is evident along many city streets, providing visitors with the opportunity to have an extravagantly good time without necessarily...

Ivano-Frankivsk

Ivano-Frankivsk Travel Wiki Travel to Ivano-Frankivsk Read about and get inspiration for a trip to the city, check for the cheapest flights and hotels in Ivano-Frankivsk Founded initially as a private fortress for the Potocki family, Ivano-Frankivsk as evolved several times in the 20th century alone. It’s location at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains have brought Russian, German, and Polish governing bodies to the city. Now it sits as a sparkling masterpiece in Western Ukraine. Several landmarks can be found within the...

Kharkiv

Kharkiv Travel Wiki Travel to Kharkiv Read about and get inspiration for a trip to the city, check for the cheapest flights and hotels in Kharkiv Located in Ukraine, Kharkiv is a city that has a lot of Russian influences within its borders. It was initially founded in 1654 to be the seat of Ukranian culture with the Russian Empire and was initially the first Russian capital for the region until it was moved to Kiev. There are a number of opportunities to explore...

Kherson

Kherson Travel Wiki Travel to Kherson Read about and get inspiration for a trip to the city, check for the cheapest flights and hotels in Kherson Kherson is a city that is always evolving. It takes change in stride, allowing each person to carve out their own journey to find a mutual destination.  On each street, you’ll find hidden gems, stunning architecture, and incredible sights to behold. When in Kherson, the Church of St. Catherine should not be missed. Constructed in the late...
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Kiev, capital of Ukraine

Kiev Travel Wiki Travel to Kiev Read about and get inspiration for a trip to the city, check for the cheapest flights and hotels in Kiev The largest city in Ukraine is also at the very heart of the current conflict between Russia and its home country. It also serves as the capital of this country and sits on the Dnieper River. With over 2 million residents, it is also one of the ten largest countries in all of Europe. As the borders of...

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