Ukraine
Ukraine – is a country in East Europe. The capital of Ukraine is the city Kiev. Political system - a presidential-parliamentary republic. The legislature - unicameral parliament (Verkhovna Rada). Administrative divisions: 24 regions, Autonomous Republic of Crimea, 2 cities of republican subordination: Kiev and Sevastopol.
The territory – 603 628 km². On the South is washed by Black and Azov seas. It borders on the east and north-east - to Russia in the north - with Belarus, in the west - with Poland, Slovakia and Hungary to the south-west - with Romania, Moldova and the unrecognized Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic
Tourism in Ukraine
Ukraine – is the country with well developed tourism industry. According to Statistics Department, Ukraine enter each year more than 20 million foreigners (25.4 million in 2008, 21.4 million in 2011), primarily from Russia, Moldova, Belarus and neighbouring countries in Eastern Europe and the United States, Uzbekistan and Israel, but 90% of them enter for personal reasons, namely, travel purpose declared by only 6% of entering (1.23 million in 2011) - mainly from Russia (40% of all tourists), Poland (11%), Belarus (9%), Germany (6%), U.S. (4%) and other developed countries.
The scope of tourist interests in Ukraine includes both active forms of recreation and sports tourism (climbing and skiing) and travelling with educational goals, where the object of knowledge is rich in archaeological and religious history of the country, its culture and nature. In particular, there are such World Heritage sites, as the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra and St. Sophia's Cathedral and the medieval center of the city Lvov.
Travel to Ukraine with the purpose of tourism can be linked with health benefits. It has long been known curative spas that are located in all regions of Ukraine. Ever since the Soviet Union is known for "All-Union health resort" - the Crimea, which collected together the mountain, sea, forests, historical monuments and architecture and unique parks. The resorts in the Carpathian Mountains are developed quickly.
Why you should spend your vacation in Ukraine?
Ukraine – is friendly and multi-faceted country, which is rapidly developing and it actively looking for its way. At the last time Ukraine is visited not only tourist from Russia, but also many travelers from Europe. Now after Euro 2012 fans from all over the world know that Ukraine is a very friendly, interesting and safety country for business and rest. After latest 10 years the tourism industry of Ukraine radically refreshed which makes it possible to provide high quality travel services.
There are several advantages to stay in Ukraine:
1. The rich spiritual and cultural heritage of the country, numbering a long history, with the possibility of an unlimited number of visits, historical and modern attractions;
2. The presence of the Black and Azov Seas offers the opportunity to improve their health through the sea air and water.
3. The possibility of spa treatments. Balneology in Ukraine is well developed, offering prevention and treatment of various diseases, using both methods of traditional medicine and local natural resources, such as mud or treatment of water mineral springs. Some of the treatments used here are unparalleled anywhere else in the world;
4. The optimum ratio of price and quality of services. European service combined with low prices in the hotel, transportation and sightseeing areas. Especially the item in combination with visa-free entry the European and American tourists.
5. Developed entertainment infrastructure. Most resorts offer the possibility of Ukraine as for families with children and young people leading an active lifestyle.
6. Tasty and varied Ukrainian cuisine will please even the most gourmet
7. Ukraine has successfully developed many kinds of active tourism and sport. After skiing, hiking in the Crimea, or riding a bike on the Carpathian mountains, not only give great pleasure, but also provide a good workout for the whole body. In addition, there are conditions for developing rafting, rock climbing, paintball, BASE jump and many other types of active and adventure holidays.
Ukrainian resorts and tourist regions. The shot characteristic:
Crimea - a unique place. Despite not a large area, Crimea assembled a collection of natural and man-made treasures, so if come here once, will come back again and again, each time discovering new facets of this wonderful world.
The most popular places for rest are: of the Southern Coast of Crimea (SCC), such as Yalta, Alushta, Sudak. This part of the peninsula has a very beautiful nature. It lies in the dry subtropical climate zone, so the air is always dry, rich sea minerals and healthy sweet smells of juniper groves. The landscapes of this part of the Crimea will be advised of Greece and the French Riviera - picturesque towns on the slopes of green mountains, the endless blue sea and azure sky is a piercing. The beaches in this region are composed of small pebbles and the sea off the coast of the deep and pure. Most of the sights of the Crimea is also located here.
Also for the holiday will be interesting to visit sandy beaches of Evpatoria. And in Sebastopol can come to tour, because of it an unusually rich history.
Carpathians. Carpathian Mountains - has always been the pearl of Ukrainian tourism. Today's Carpathians offer recreation for every taste and purse. Rest in Carpathians attracts any time of year, there will something for yourself and hiking enthusiasts, and supporters of outdoor recreation, and skiers and lovers of history and culture of Ukraine.
On the territory of the Carpathians there are many mineral water. Tourists come here for rest, treatment, and for general health improvement. Particular attention should be paid to clean and healthful air, which contains a lot of ozone, and with a slight scent of pine needles. In this region there are many resorts that specialize in treating diseases of the respiratory tract. At this point in the Carpathian Mountains are more than 400 sources of mineral water.
Captivating Carpathians are invited to an exciting journey of these magical corners in the center of Europe, enable deeper understanding of Carpathian protected place, touch the heart of the beauty of high mountains, green meadows, streams voiced, to visit among the hard-working, diligent, talented people who live here and cherish the unique nature and distinctive culture of their native land.
Odessa and the Odessa coast. is a wonderful place. Odessa - a major sea port and the famous Black Sea resort, famous for its attractions and humour. Soft healthy climate, sandy beaches and warm sea characterize Odessa as a popular place for family holidays.
Rest in Odessa is combined with a natural treatment. Fortunately this is enough stock of therapeutic mud and brine sludge from Kuyal'nitskogo, Hadzibeevsky Tuzlovskih estuaries and saline lakes, as well as a variety of physical and chemical composition of mineral waters. Every year there is the famous Odessa Humorina. Since 2004, April 1, in Odessa - a day off, so the whole day is not terminated colourful processions, humorous quizzes, competitions and concerts.
Azov coast allows to combine rest with treatment. The water of the Azov Sea is full of minerals that are beneficial to the entire human body. Curative mud, extracted in estuaries (salt lakes) are located in close proximity to the shoreline of Azov, and have a unique therapeutic effect. Pure sea air, saturated with iodine and flavors of steppe grasses clears your airways.
In addition, the Azov Sea is perfect for children's activities - shallow depth of heating of the water contributes to good. The beaches of the Azov Sea with its golden sand are just created for children to play and rest, a soft stratum of sand eliminates the injuries in the fall of the child. In most parts of the coast of the Azov Sea the depth increases very slowly, which is convenient for baby swimming and teaching swimming. The mild climate of the Azov Sea coast requires a minimum period of acclimatization and causes minimum discomfort to the child to rest.
Lvov attract tourists from all over the world. "Pearl of Europe" European city of one million people has all international standards, making a holiday in Lvov memorable. To date, all intertwined in Lvov branch of modern and classic national and international art. As a tourist city, Lvov has an incredible number of museums, art galleries, theatres: Pharmacy Museum, the arsenal of the City of Lvov, History Museum, creative gallery "Dziga", Museum of Ivan Franko, Lvov Art Gallery, the Museum of furniture and porcelain, The National Museum "Chaos." All these interesting places of the city each year attract tourists. Lvov is held every year many festivals.
Today, Lvov is a national treasure of ideas and culture, which is why it can rightly be called the centre of tourism in Ukraine.
Kiev - the capital of Ukraine and the city is located on both sides of the Dnieper river. This is an incredibly beautiful city with long history, so it is very popular among tourists from all over the world. The soft temperate climate, rich cultural and historical heritage, beautiful architecture, hospitable people and beautiful parks and gardens, which are found in Kiev at every step - all this attracts travellers of different categories.
Also Kiev - is a powerful business centre, where are opportunities for the highest level of business activities.
- Irina Vdovina
Manager of incoming tourism department
Tel: +38 (044) 593-73-37
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- Dmitriy Kalyuzhniy
Head of incoming tourism department
Tel: +38 (044) 593-73-37
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