Kiev, undoubtedly, is one of the greenest cities in Europe, which is perfectly equipped for outdoor recreation. To date, parks and squares of Kiev occupy a rather large territory (about 450 hectares). To save them is the paramount task of the inhabitants of Ukraine.
Mariinsky Park in Kiev
Of course, this is one of the oldest parks in the capital. Mariinsky and Khreshchatyi parks together make up the Park ring of the capital - the most popular sightseeing route.
Mariinsky Park is located along the Dnieper hills. Its main entrance looks to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. The area of the Mariinsky Park is about 10 hectares. This unique monument of landscape architecture was designed in English style. Here grow limes, chestnuts, maples, various types of shrubs and trees.
The Mariinsky Palace was built in the middle of the 18th century and managed to survive a lot. Today it is a state residence where various solemn events take place.
The most romantic place is the bridge of lovers, connecting the Mariinsky Park with Khreshchatyi. Here, newlyweds and lovers leave for luck the locks and ribbons tied to a knot.
Park of Partisan Glory in Kiev
The Park of Partisan Glory in Darnytskyi District is the best place for walking outdoors, relaxing in nature. There are many flowers and trees, so the park seems very cozy. It was created on the basis of a pine forest back in 1970. The park covers an area of 115 hectares of land.
The Museum of Partisan Glory became the central figure of this park. There is also an amusement park, wooden sculptures along the avenues, an ornamental pool and a summer cinema.
Park of Glory in Kiev
This memorial complex is located on the steep slope of the Dnieper, which offers a wonderful view of the whole city. The park of eternal glory to the soldiers of the Great Patriotic War occupies 9.5 hectares, but here you will not find the usual attractions, cafes, bars and tents. In the park there are only monuments, monuments dedicated to soldiers, military equipment. People come here to pay tribute to the defenders
Park Avenue in Kiev
Park Avenue is not just a residential complex. This is a picturesque and functional "city in the city", where residents are provided with supermarket, parking, wheelchairs, restaurants and cafes, children's playgrounds for all age groups, dentistry, travel agency, notary, beauty salon, bank, dry cleaning, boiler room and so on. Park Avenue provides gifts for the holidays, the organization of fun activities, fairs and concerts in the complex for the whole family.