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CONTENTS EDITOR’S WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 TOP EVENTS IN OCTOBER & NOVEMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10 WHAT’S NEW IN THE CITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CULTURE & ACTIVITIES - 5 Cool Things to Try This Autumn! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 CULTURE & ACTIVITIES - A Peek into Top Museums in Kiev . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-20 INTERVIEW - 10 Illuminating Questions for ІLLАRІА . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 FOOD & DRINKS - Feel Like a Star - Best VIP Restaurants in Kiev . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-27 CULTURE & ACTIVITIES - 10 Best Parks in Kiev - Love is in the Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-33 SHOPPING & SERVICES - Housekeeping Services in Kiev . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35 FOOD & DRINKS - In Search for the Best Seafood in Kiev . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38 INTERVIEW - 5 Questions for Miss Ukraine 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-41 MONTHLY TIPS - Top 7 Tips for Kiev Visitors this Autumn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43 BUSINESS CORNER - IT Outsourcing to Ukraine - A Guide for Foreign Companies . . . . . 44-45 BUSINESS LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47
AUTUMN IS HERE...
and it’s full of excitement!
Last month, with its nice weather, was a welcome surprise for all Kiev citizens and visitors to the city who were hoping to realize their unfulfilled summer plans and enjoy every single moment while catching the last of the warm sun. What if we followed such a “here and now” approach all year-round, constantly filling our lives with new tastes, enjoyable events, heartwarming gatherings, and long-awaited traveling? For this October/November issue, we’re offering more ideas to keep you engaged and help you enjoy your time in Kiev to the fullest degree possible. Let’s keep the party going! Kiev Check-in officially announces this autumn to be: DELICIOUS In search of the most delicious food, luxurious service, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, we visited some of Kiev’s deluxe VIP restaurants and fantastic seafood eateries, proven winners that will boost your mood and energy with flavorful new discoveries this autumn! EVENTFUL AND EXCITING Our curious team has selected the most exhilarating activities, events, and happenings in the city this season, as well as Kiev’s top museums and golden parks, creating the perfect to-do list for fall. INSPIRING There is a story this month that I particularly like. Ambitious talented student Polina Tkach from Kiev has won the title of Miss Ukraine 2017 and the right to represent our country at the Miss World 2017 beauty pageant in China. You’ll find her responses to 5 questions about the future plans and personal beauty secrets of Miss Ukraine 2017 on pages 40-41. AND, OF COURSE, BUSINESS SUCCESSFUL! Ukraine ranks fourth worldwide for its number of Certified IT Specialists and is a leading IT outsourcing destination in Eastern Europe. Inside, you’ll find a general guide to IT Outsourcing in Ukraine that may just help you expand your business. And whenever you feel you need more time to try it all this autumn, remember that whole extra hour we’ll gain when the clocks go back during the summer-to-winter time transition. Carpe diem!
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HOLIDAYS
October 01 - Teachers’ Day October 04-10 - World Space Week October 14 - Defender’s Day of Ukraine / Day of the Ukrainian Cossacks (National holiday, Oct 14-16 are days off) October 24 - United Nations Day October 28 - Liberation Day from fascist invaders of Ukraine October 31 - International Black sea day October 31 - Halloween 2017 November 09 - Day of Ukrainian literature and language November 17 - International Students’ Day November 22 - Freedom Day (the first day of the Orange Revolution) November 25 - Holodomor Remembrance Day (a minute of silence should be executed at 4 p.m.) NOTE, on October 29 (traditionally the last Sunday of October) there is a summer-to-winter time transition. When local daylight time is about to reach 4 a.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2017, clocks are turned backwards 1 hour to Sunday, October 29, 2017, 3 a.m local standard time instead.
TOP EVENTS CALENDAR FESTIVALS IN KIEV
Sept 30Oct 01
Expocenter of Ukraine ( 1 Akademika Hlushkova Ave.)
Oct 05-08
Khreschatyk Hotel, Grand hall (14 Khreschatyk Str.)
JOYFEST 2017
KYIV FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
The 9th Kyiv Food and Wine Festival with a traditional theme - cheese and wine - will be held in Kiev. There are even more crazy cheesemakers who will present a wide range of delicious cheeses; even more Ukrainian winemakers who will showcase their wine of rich taste, unrivaled flavours and reasonable price/quality correlation. During this autumn holiday, the grapes will be unloaded into the large barrels, and then crushed under the bare feet. Overall, it is just an amazing opportunity to meet October in a bright, delicious and warm way! kiev.karabas.com/ua/kyiv-food-and-wine-festival-1
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The 5th-anniversary festival JoyFest will be held in the center of Kiev this October. It is a large-scale international event that is aimed at the development and recognition of folk art. The guests of the festival will have an opportunity to watch numerous plays in different languages by Ukrainian and foreign theatres and participate in acting master classes. Entrance and participation in all activities will be free of charge. www.joyfest.info
Oct 14-15
Oct 07-08
Art-zavod Platforma (1a Bilomorska Str., Kiev)
KYIV BEER FESTIVAL
Welcome to the festival of beer culture that will represent not only craft brewery but also high-quality mass-market beers made in Ukraine and other countries. Nowadays Ukraine is developing a great craft brewery industry. The number of craft brews is increasing here and Kyiv Beer Festival is a great chance for them to come into the spotlight. www.facebook.com/events/1279627558760386
Atlas (37-41 Sichovykh Striltsiv Str.)
DOOM OVER KIEV: 10 DOOMED YEARS
The tenth anniversary of the leading festival of doom metal music in Ukraine will be celebrated in October in Kiev. During these two days of Doom over Kiev, you will have an opportunity to hear such bands as Saturnus, Swallow the Sun, Clouds, Eye of Solitude, Plateau Sigma. Among Ukrainian
participants are Raventale, Vin de Mia Trix, 1914, Mother Witch & Dead Water Ghosts, Odradek Room. Woe Unto Me and Nebulae Come Sweet from Belarus will also come to delight you with their best hits. dok@justdoom.org www.kievcheckin.com
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Oct 27-28
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Kyiv City State Administration (36 Khreshatyk Street, Column Hall)
Art-zavod Platforma (1a Bilomorska Str., Kiev)
Oct 21-22
VIENNA BALL
Bel etage (16 a Shota Rustaveli Str.)
Oct 21-22
WHOOPEE WEEKEND VOL.2 (VOGUE-DANCE FESTIVAL)
“Whoopee Weekend” vol.2 is a two-day vogue-dance festival and there is also a bonus category - waacking (a form of dance created in the LGBT clubs of Los Angeles, during the 1970s disco era). Vogue & waacking battles, master class by Archie Burnett from the USA, lecture in history of vogue culture and a great concert with the participation of the leading dancers of Ukraine are waiting for you to take part in. www.concert.ua/eventpage/whoopee-weekend
On October 27-28 at 8 p.m., Kiev will host an exclusive high-class event - the Annual Charity Vienna Ball. The exquisite artistic program will be created by “Kyiv-Classic” Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Herman Makarenko. Funds from the Viennese Ball in Kyiv will be directed for rehabilitation of soldiers of the Anti-Terrorist Operation and children with special needs. www.vienneseball.com.ua
Nov 02
Closer (31 Nyzhnoiurkivska Str.)
ALL MUSIC IS JAZZ
A three-day festival dedicated to different kinds of jazz and jazz-inspired music All Music is Jazz will be held on November 10-13 in Kiev. The program includes the performances of Steve Coleman and Five Elements (US) / Denys Dudko Quintet (FR-UA) / Awesome Tapes From Africa (US) on Nov. 10; Andrey Kiritchenko “Overt” (UA) / John Hollenbeck and Jazzworkshop Orchestra (US-UA) / Burnt Friedman (DE) / Session Victim (DE) on Nov. 11; José James (US) on Nov. 13. www.concert.ua/eventpage/all-music-is-jazz
Already well-known gastronomic festival Ulichnaya Eda will be dedicated to the guests’ favourite theme - barbeque. Various types and modification of grilled dishes will be gathered in one location. ulichnayaeda.com.ua/festival/ufh-4 Makoto Dojo (7 Novopecherskiy Lane)
Nov 04
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PHOTO KYIV
PHOTO KYIV is one of the first art fairs in Ukraine dedicated to photo art that will be conducted on November 02 at Toronto-Kyiv business center. The program includes the unique exhibitions of worldwide famous Ukrainian photographers, educational program, special projects, the photo projects’ contest (two nominations: documentary and art photography), a section for publishers and photo schools. www.photokyiv.com/
Nov 11-12 Nov 10-13
Toronto-Kyiv (100 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
STREET FOOD FESTIVAL (“ULICHNAYA EDA”)
Art-Zavod Platforma (1 Bilomorska Str.)
STREET FOOD FESTIVAL (“ULICHNAYA EDA”)
Welcome to a large gastronomic platform for the representatives of food businesses where all visitors can enjoy the gastronomic discoveries, novel entertainment, and various recreation areas. November street food festival Ulichnaya eda will brightly crown the season 2017, as it will be the last openair event of the year for the majority of Kiev citizens. Visit this event and make your final outdoor rest in 2017 extremely delicious and full of great memories! ulichnayaeda.com.ua/festival/sff-november-2017
The 4th festival of modern bodily VTILO held on November 04 from 11 a.m. till 9 p.m is one day of theory and practice focused on the development of bodily self-consciousness. The program includes 10 classes on somatic, bodywork, contact improvisation, therapy, modern dance, yoga, kinesiology; massage area where you will have a chance to try different massage techniques and types; networking area, and market. vtilo.tilda.ws
Nov 25
Stereo Plaza (119 Lobanovskyi Ave.)
KISS FM BIRTHDAY 15 (ABOVE & BEYOND)
Every year, Kiss FM, one of the leading radio stations in Europe, organizes a great event with the participation of the worldwide famous DJs to celebrate its birthday. For 15 years already the radio station has been entertaining its precious listeners and helping them to form their own music taste. The headliner of Kiss FM Birthday party 2017 will be an English progressive trance group Above & Beyond. All other artists will be announced soon. ulichnayaeda.com.ua/festival/sff-november-2017
CONCERTS & THEATRE Oct 03
Event Hall Freedom (134 Kyrylivska Str.)
VIRSKY SHOW
They dance as if they have wings behind! Incredible emotions, strong authentic energy and internal excitement are waiting for all visitors during the exclusive show of the National Honoured Academic Dance Ensemble of Ukraine named after P.P. Virsky. Be ready to see bright and expressive movements, incredible jumps and other dance moves collected from different regions of Ukraine, enjoy virtuosity of artists and colorful national costumes. Visit this holiday of Ukrainian dance at FREEDOM Event Hall! www.freedomhall.com.ua
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Oct 05, 12, 19, 26
Caribbean Club (4 Symona Petlyury Str.)
Palace «Ukraine» (103 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
Oct 06
CARIBBEAN JAZZ DINNER SHOW
This Fall, ten charming girls from Freedom Jazz will again present the perfect jazz to Kiev during Caribbean Jazz Dinner Show. It is absolutely a new format for Caribbean Club that combines a brilliant theatrical show, cozy atmosphere of one the oldest capital clubs, coupled with exquisite cuisine. Overall, talented girls from Jazz Band will give 4 concerts on October 5, 12, 19, 26. To cut it short, it’s better one time to see than to hear thousand times about. See you there! caribbean.com.ua/en
Oct 20
Palace of Sports (1 Sportyvna Square)
Oct 28
MONATIK (VITAMIN D)
Dmytro Monatyk who is professionally known as MONATIK announces a grandiose concert in Kiev. The Ukrainian singer (primarily in the Russian language), songwriter, dancer, composer promises to try his best to delight the audience during this great event on October 20 at 7.p.m at Kiev Palace of Sports. www.concert.ua/eventpage/monatik
Oct 23
IL VOLO
Palace of Sports (1 Sportyvna Square)
An Italian operatic pop trio “IL VOLO” is a unique phenomenon in modern music that makes us see the already familiar classic opera in a new light. Their creative work combines traditional opera, pop music, and classical symphony popularizing the true values of classical music. On October 23, they will present the program “Notte Magica - A Tribute to the Three Tenors” at the Palace of Sports in Kiev. kiev.karabas.com/ua/il-volo
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CRAZY HALLOWEEN NIGHT
MELODY OF VICTORY
Let me introduce the grandiose concert Melody of Victory with the stars of Ukrainian and international estrade at the concert “The Melody of Victory” that will be conducted on October 06. The list of participants includes such Ukrainians singers and bands as Zlata Ognevich, Haidamaky, Skryabin, Druha Rika, Anastasia Prikhodko and many other talented artists. kiev.karabas.com/melodiya-peremogi Coyote Ugly (9a Mechnykova Str.)
Annabelle or to fall into hands of a demon nun... Then Crazy Halloween Night in Coyote Ugly bar is waiting for you! On October 28, you will have an opportunity to dive into the atmosphere of hot dances, rock music, bloody cocktails, and, of course, be among real dolls of death headed by haunted Annabelle and even meet devil himself. During this night everything will be as the night forces and eerily beautiful coyotes want it to be. Vampires, dead brides, werewolves and other evil spirits are very welcome to Crazy Halloween Night! DC (Dress Code) | FC (Face Control) 18+, paid admission. Call for reservation: +38 044 363 06 88. #coyoteuglykiev
You are invited to spend one of the most mysterious nights in the legendary bar Coyote Ugly! If you are not afraid of ominous doll
Oct 20
DINNER SHOW “HOTEL FREEDOM”
“Kvartal-concert” together with FREEDOM Event Hall will organize an absolutely new format of Dinner Show “Hotel Freedom” that will be presented to Kiev audience for the first time. Here all the visitors will dive into the atmosphere of theatre-restaurant designed as a retro hotel as it was popular at the beginning of the last century. “Hotel Freedom” will combine the unique circus
Event Hall Freedom (134 Kyrylivska Str.)
and theater shows with a wonderful dinner as a part of the performance. You will have an opportunity to enjoy the plays of singers and musicians, acrobats and dancers, magicians and jugglers. Such choice of characters is not accidental: funny maître d’hôtel, kee-keeper dwarf, trans diva, cook-juggler, eccentric waiters, and charismatic gymnast Nadya Vasina who participated in the legendary performance of Cirque du Soleil all of them will erase the borders between the artists and the audience and create the unique atmosphere of cosiness and comfort. It means you will not only watch the colorful Dinner Show but will also become an actor yourself. So no chance to be bored! Stage director: Andriy Tsar Producer: Maksym Tkachenko www.freedomhall.com.uaw
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Oct 28
Palace «Ukraine»(103 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
KEIKO MATSUI
The legendary Japanese keyboardist and composer Keiko Matsui, who specializes in smooth jazz, jazz fusion and new-age music, will present her new program accompanied by the symphony orchestra of Ukraine Lords of the Sound. The new program is confined to the release of the album Journey to the Heart (Shanachie, 2016).
Oct 27
Caribbean Club (4 Symona Petlyury Str.)
Here the audience will have an opportunity to enjoy such already familiar compositions as Crystal Shadow, Steps of Maya, Rose in Morocco, Whisper from the Mirror, Tears of the ocean. On October 28, you have a chance to enjoy that live music full of love, passion, and sincere feelings by Keiko Matsui events.tickets.ua/event/keiko-matsui/26162
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Palace «Ukraine» (103 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
JAZZ FOR ADULTS
Caribbean Club Concert Hall invites you to a wonderful evening of music and dances. During the show “Jazz for adults” the Ukrainian jazzman and radio host Aleksey Kogan will perform absolutely new set list. Each composition is not only about grateful music and professional vocal, but it’s also a special leading story in the song related to musicians’ life. The bright dances by ballet NC-17 will make this evening even more memorable. caribbean.com.ua/en/events/concert_hall
Nov 08
National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet (50, Vologymyrska Str.)
TINA KAROL
In Kiev, there is a concert of a well-known Ukrainian soul and pop singer Tina Karol who represented Ukraine at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2006. Her new concert program is a symbiosis of women’s stories that are told in songs and dancing performances executed in modern and contemporary styles. karabas.com/ua/tours/tina-karol-ukraine
Nov 11
Palace of Sports (1 Sportyvna Square)
SCORPIONS
The legendary German rock band Scorpions known as “the heroes of heavy metal,” “Ambassadors of Rock” will come to Ukraine again. Meet them on November 11 and recall that amazing “Still Loving You” and “Wind of Change” with many other songs at Palace of Sports in Kiev. www.concert.ua/eventpage/scorpions
THE MASTER AND MARGARITA
Nov 15
Palace «Ukraine» (103 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
“The Master and Margarita” is a ballet-phantasmagoria in 2 acts based upon a novel by Mikhail Bulgakov, written between 1928 and 1940, but unpublished in book form until 1967 that considered to be one of the best novels of the 20th century, as well as the foremost of Soviet satires. It tells a story about a visit of the devil to the fervently atheistic Soviet Union. Music accompaniment and choreography are directed by Davyd Avdysh. www.opera.com.ua/afisha/mayster-i-margarita-6
Nov 18
BOOMBOX
The famous Ukrainian pop band formed in 2004 BoomBox will deliver their next concert on November 18 at 7 www.kievcheckin.com
PATRICIA KAAS
A talented French singer and actress Patricia Kaas will come to Ukraine to present her new album that was released in autumn last year. The album “Patricia Kaas” is the first studio album for the last 4 years and contains absolutely new material. The artist stated: “What would I wish today?… An album like those I was making in the old times. An album with songs that represent me”. kiev.karabas.com/ua/patricia-kaas Palace of Sports (1 Sportyvna Square)
p.m. in Kiev. It is one of the few bands that is becoming more and more successful during their rather long professional career. This time BoomBox will present the new songs from the coming mini album called “Naked King”. kiev.karabas.com/bumboks
Nov 27
Palace «Ukraine» (103 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
TOTO CUTUGNO
The great concert of the legendary Toto Cutugno, an Italian pop singer-songwriter and musician, will take place at Palace “Ukraine” in Kiev. Join his concert with your friends and parents on November 27. kiev.karabas.com/ua/toto-cutugno
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SPORTS Oct 08
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WIZZ AIR KYIV CITY MARATHON 2017
The 8th Wizz Air Kyiv City Marathon 2017 will be conducted on October 8 just in Kiev city center. Organizer of the event, Run Ukraine, plans to gather over 12 thousand running fans from 55 countries of the world. The record number of participants (around 1400 runners) is expected to pass the main distance of 42.195 km. Along this one-circle route, runners will pass by picturesque streets of the city while the start as well as the finish point will be located in Maidan Nezalezhnosti. Among the highlights of Wizz Air Kyiv City Marathon 2017 there will be medals for
runners: finishers of the main distance will be awarded with the medals representing the portrait of Saint Olga of Kyiv while half marathon finishers will get the medals representing the legendary founders of Kiev: Kyi, Shchek and Khoryv with their sister Lybid. Professionals and amateurs with different training backgrounds are invited to join the international running community. Within Wizz Air Kyiv City Marathon 2017 there are also traditional individual races of the distances: 42.195 km., 21.0975 km., 10,5 or 2 km. Children can participate in runs of the distances: 100, 500, 1000 m. Title sponsor of the event is Wizz Air. kyivmarathon.org
Oct 31
Vozdvyzhenka, Podil
HALLOWEEN RUN
Halloween Run will represent just crazy running event where you will have to run off on “black” pacemakers. And if you are successful in that, one of the cutest TOP RUNNERS medals will be yours! Hot drinks and lottery for those participants in Halloween costumes are also waiting for you here. The route will pass by the legendary areas of Lysa Hora (known as mysterious hill in Kiev) and will be interesting for both adults and children. www.athletic-events.com
BUSINESS & EXHIBITIONS Oct 04
International Exhibition Centre (15 Brovarsky Ave.)
Oct 05-06
CEC Parkovy (16a Parkova Road)
Oct 11-12
InterContinental Kyiv (2A Velyka Zhytomyrska Str.)
KYIV INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC FORUM 2017
UKRAINIAN INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MARKET (UITM)
UITM invites representatives of the tourist business to get information about knowhow of international and domestic companies, negotiate, sign lucrative contracts with the leaders of the tourism industry, exchange experience with foreign colleagues and partners in the promotion of countries and tourist destinations, observe successful examples of promotion campaigns of other countries. More than, it is also a unique place to demonstrate rich historical and cultural heritage of Ukraine to the world community. The exhibition plans to gather around 123 participating companies from more than 21 countries for the Show. www.ukraine-itm.com.ua/en-GB/about.aspx
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Kyiv International Economic Forum is a major international conference focused on the future of economic development. KIEF 2017 ‘Ukraine and the World in the New Economic Reality’ will be dedicated to the main challenges of the 21st century with focus on the 4th Industrial Revolution, digital and sharing economy, a new age in education and leadership, sustainable and inclusive economic development. Each year KIEF gains more and more recognition from the international community, and this year it is expected to congregate over 1,500 participants from business and politics, leading economic experts, social and opinion leaders from all over the world. Over 70 outstanding speakers from more than 20 countries will gather to share their vision of substantial changes needed to enable new approaches to the global economic development. forumkyiv.org
UKRAINIAN GAS FORUM
The Expert Council on the Development of the Gas Industry and the Natural Gas Market of Ukraine and partners have recently launched the Third Ukrainian Gas Forum “THE KIND OF MARKET WE HAVE CREATED”, to be held in Kiev on October 11-12, 2017. It traditionally serves as a platform for often contradictory views on the way forward for Ukraine’s gas market as transportation and storage are finally being unbundled and an independent TSO is being carved out of Naftogaz; the country hopes to reverse the chronic decline in gas production and realize its potential; the population braces with higher-than-ever tariffs. ukrgasforum.org/en www.kievcheckin.com
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Oct 20-21
International Exhibition Centre (15 Brovarsky Ave.)
Nov 03
Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex (55 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
KYIV SMART CITY FORUM ‘17
INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE-2017
The 28th specialized exhibition International Real Estate-2017 will be conducted on October 20-21 at International Exhibition Centre at Livoberezhna metro station. Numerous beneficial and interesting offers of real estate objects from the regular and new members will be presented here. Among exhibitors there are foreign real estate developers, investment companies, real estate agencies, legal consultants, etc. All visitors will have an opportunity to get acquainted with residential and commercial real estate objects from 15 countries of the world. More than, everyone interested in any item will get a consultation from the professional real estate agents who are familiar with every aspect on the purchase, rent, management of real estate as well as profitable ways of investment and crediting. www.domexpo.com.ua
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Kyiv Smart City Forum ‘17 will unite key integrators, best urbanists, advanced infrastructure experts from all over Ukraine, near and far abroad. The main core of the Forum will contain an active, ideological community which is represented by everyone who has already contributed to the construction of digital cities in Ukraine and far abroad or plans to become a part of this irreversible process in the nearest future. In the framework of Kyiv Forum 2017, the panel discussions will be held on the following topics: safe city, safe roads, transport and ICT of the city; creative economy and culture of the city; renewable energy and energy efficiency of the city. forum.kyivsmartcity.com
Nov 09-11
CEC Parkovy (16a Parkova Road)
SEF 2017 KYIV FORUM: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FORUM OF EASTERN EUROPE
SEF KYIV positions itself as the premier independent business platform for sustainable energy industry development in Eastern Europe. You can meet energy technologies changing the landscape of energy industry and join the global market players of energy efficiency, renewable energy and modern energy solutions and decision makers. 2017.sefkyiv.com www.kievcheckin.com
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WHAT’SLOST NEW IN UKRAINE THE CITY
What’s New in the City Our pride: New Miss Ukraine 2017 hails from Kiev The new Miss Ukraine 2017 was chosen from among 24 charming candidates in ceremony at the Palace Ukraine on Sept. 6. Polina Tkach, 18, from Kiev, won the magnificent crown and the right to represent our country at the Miss World 2017 WHAT’S NEW IN THE CITY beauty pageant in China in November. But two other winners were also chosen to represent Ukraine: Diana Mironenko in the Miss Earth pageant, and Xenia Chipa in the Miss International competition. This year’s honorable jury included designer Andre Tan, showman Dmitry Komarov, restaurateur Nikolai Tishchenko, choreographer Alena Shoptenko, ballet dancer Ekaterina Kukhar, and others. The lavish show included performances by famous Ukrainian singers and groups and elaborate scenery including a huge eye and a robotic palm. Contestants in the pageant competed for prizes totaling UAH 700,000. This year’s theme was “Everyone can become Miss Ukraine“, an idea that seems to be borne out by this year’s winner. Polina Tkach is a regular student at the National Aviation University who is fond of exercising her creativity and was brave enough to test her mettle in this year’s pageant.
Ukrainian national football team in 2018 FIFA World Cup selection matches Ukraine’s national football team is in Group 1, along with Turkey, the Republic of Croatia, Finland, the Republic of Kosovo and Iceland, all striving to make it into the playoff round for next year’s World Cup. Ukraine gained a victory on Sept. 2 in a match against Turkey with a 2-0 score, but on Sept. 5 lost to Iceland 0-2. Currently, Ukraine has 14 points and two matches to go, against Kosovo and Croatia. The match with the Croatian team takes place in Ukraine on Oct. 9, but the date and place for the match with Kosovo have yet to be decided. The Ukrainian team doesn’t want to play the match on the Kosovo pitch because of that country’s current instability. According to the preliminary count, the Ukrainian team needs not only to take second place, but also to gain maximum points in the final rounds. If Ukraine wins these two games, it will have a real chance to get into the playoff. Let’s keep our fingers crossed!
Kiev as a tourist destination The Kiev City State Administration has recently published its annual report on Kiev’s achievements, socio-economic progress, financial activities and tourism for 2016. Kiev’s biggest boost in tourists came from foreign visitors (up by 17 percent), an encouraging statistic. Significant changes were observed in the city’s top-five list of foreign visitors. Israel was the top source of foreign tourists in 2016, with 152,000 visitors.
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The previous and long-term leader, the Russian Federation, fell out of the top five altogether. Taking second place on the list was the Republic of Belarus, with 105,000 visitors, followed by the United States with 99,000, Germany with 85,000, and Turkey with 60,000. The Kiev City State Administration is working to attract more tourists to Ukraine, and it’s hoped the 2017 report will present even better results.
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5 COOL THINGS TO TryThis Autumn
Treat yourself to genuine relaxation at
Selfish Club
Walk in the woods, listen to the ripples on the shoreline, and let the whole world wait! Selfish Club, a country complex located in a picturesque riverside spot only 55 km from Kiev, invites you to plunge into a world of amazing natural views, outdoor recreation and entertaining activities. Guests stay in comfortable houseboats designed in a Scandinavian style, enjoying
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high levels of service that match the majesty of the area’s wildlife. The big lure at Selfish Club is the great sport fishing available here, which can lead to an outstanding adventure for the family or a team of enthusiastic fishers. The club has everything you’ll need to dive in: a lake and Dnipro river stocked with a dozen species of fish, 10 professional boats, plus full
outfitting and tackle. The golden fishing season opens in autumn, making this a great time to test your luck! The lake hosts a total of somewhere around 500 kg of sturgeon, including beluga, starry sturgeon, Russian sturgeon and Adriatic sturgeon. October offers the additional excitement of fishing for lake trout. But you don’t have to be fond of fishing to enjoy a stay here. You’ll find a full range of activities to take pleasure: a river cruise, water carts, mini football played on a grass field, speed badminton, frisbee, numerous table games, cycling or riding an electric motorcycle, singing karaoke, or even laser tag. All information at the club and on its website is presented in three languages: English, Ukrainian, and Russian. So everyone feels at home here. The Kiev Check-in team wishes you adventurous relaxation and “tight lines” at Selfish Club this autumn! Kiev oblast, v. Kuiliv, 21 Naberezhna Str. +38 068 221 12 21 selfish.ua www.instagram.com/selfish.ua www.facebook.com/selfishclubkiylov
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Discover the Night Sky from
the Observatory of NAS of Ukraine Jupiter, and Saturn; learn about the structure of the Solar System; and enjoy scientific talks by Observatory specialists. Who knows? You might even make an astronomical discovery. In 2004, a newly discovered minor planet, number 15675, was named “Holosyeyevo” in honor of Holosiivska Observatory, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of MAO. On Nov. 14, the bright planets Venus and Jupiter will be super close to each other in our skies, which will make that an especially enjoyable night for sky-gazing. Note: Reservations are required, and the telescope observations require clear skies. English is not widely used here, so ask Ukrainian friends to accompany you if you visit.
In Kiev, where bright city lights usually hide the stars, there are still some places to enjoy observing the night sky. After Oct. 20, following a summer break, the Main Astronomical Observatory (MAO) of NAS of Ukraine will again welcome the
27 Akademika Zabolotnoho +38 099 537 08 90 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Monday–Friday) for tours, which require at least five people in a group. Call to learn the dates and hours of amateur astronomy nights. Voluntary contribution. (This may highly depend on your mood after the night sky tour!) www.mao.kiev.ua/index.php/ua
public to take a tour and visit during amateur astronomer observations, conducted six days a month on variable dates. Anyone interested can explore the starry sky with telescopes and observe major objects including the Moon, Venus, Mars,
Schastje Restaurant (Happiness Restaurant)
Feel the moment of happiness at “To feed people much with delicious and beautiful food” is the motto of the cosy Schastje restaurant, located in the colorful Podilskyi district of Kiev. You’ll instantly feel at home when you enter Schastje, which has the cozy atmosphere of a country house and offers food with yummy flavors and aromas that bring back the best memories of a Ukrainian childhood. This place is good for meeting friends over a cup of coffee, gathering the family together around the dinner table, or a heartwarming romantic evening. It’s also perfectly suited to a business meeting. The creatively designed rooms are decorated with shelves filled with old books, a home stove, birdhouses, decorative windows, and well-tended live plants. The menu features European cuisines accompanied by a cocktail card with lots of brilliant selections. A tasty variety of salads in big proportions, dainty refreshments, 12 types of pizza, and a vibrant choice of main courses with seasonal vegetables and farm products will fulfill every gastronomic wish. Try Portuguese Salad with crispy chicken, mango, avocado, cashews and ginger dresswww.kievcheckin.com
ing (UAH 175), as well as lime-rose lemonade (UAH 55/0.5 L). Every weekday from noon to 3 p.m. there are special business-lunch offers that include first and second courses, salad and a drink for UAH 95. Salsa parties, wine tastings, and live music evenings are regularly organized here. Note that if you are planning a banquet, the restaurant may allow you to bring your own wine, charging just a corkage fee—and
if the average check exceeds UAH 550, this service is free of charge. 5/2а Yaroslavska Str. (Kontraktova Ploshcha metro station, near Podil auto station) 6 Vitianska Str., Vyshneve, Kiev- Svyatoshinsky district +38 063 749 47 48 10 a.m.–11 p.m. weekdays, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. weekends www.instagram.com/schastjetut www.facebook.com/schastjetut www.facebook.com/pg/schastjetut/menu
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Dive into the boundless ocean of languages at
Top Way Language Center Top Way Language Center focuses on teaching different languages – Ukrainian, Russian, English, Spanish, German, Italian, French. The center provides courses for both adults and children. It offers 3 formats of training: individual, in pairs, and in groups (3-8 people). Top Way students can also choose the location: at the office of Top Way, at the premises of corporate customers, or via Skype. The duration of a course is on average 40-120 hours depending on the level of the student, the format of training and the language, but foreigners who come to Kiev for a short period of time (1 week or more) can also take an intensive course. The teachers at Top Way are qualified philologists with teaching experience. Many of them have international certificates and experience of living or studying abroad. Because they are using a communicative approach, students start speaking the language after they had just a few hours of training. However, if they want to master a language to speak fluently they need to be ready to spend time and effort.
Top Way is currently forming groups for October and November. Generally, enrolment in groups is possible throughout the year. The prices are competitive, starting from 90 UAH/60 min (USD 3.5/60 min) and from 720 UAH/month (USD 27.5/month) for group lessons.
Top Way also offers free testing and a free trial lesson b efore each course. Isn’t it high time you s tarted learning a new language? 37 A O. Honchara Str., office 1 +38 093 580 82 28 + 38 067 799 82 28 +38 050 770 82 28 contact@topway.in.ua www.topway.in.ua
Feel the touch of Art at
Mystetskyi Arsenal Mystetskyi Arsenal is one of the largest exhibition spaces in Kiev, hosting constant shows featuring world-class cultural artists, performances featuring the best theater directors, and the biggest cultural events. Sept. 28 to Oct. 29: The Festival of Modern Painters. A variety of media are featured in this exhibition, including video, photography and graphics, while paintings and sculptures make up a smaller part. The exhibition will include works by well-known artists and others for whom this will be their first active exhibition. Nov. 10 to Dec. 10: Project “Imaginary guidebook. Japan”. 2017 was proclaimed the year of Japan in Ukraine. So, this exhibition offers a great opportunity to learn more about the Land of the Rising Sun. 10 - 12 Lavrska Str. (the nearest metro station is Arsenalna) +38 044 288 52 25 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Monday is day off ) Vary according to the event artarsenal.in.ua
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A PEEK INTO
TOP MUSEUMS IN KIEV Thanks to the Internet, it’s easy to plan a trip to another city or country with the help of numerous maps, applications and articles. Having searched famous attractions and decided on your destination, you look for somewhere to stay and good places to eat. But life doesn’t depend on bread and meat alone; we also need spiritual food. And for that, Kiev has several must-visit museums that not only defy boredom but can make your stay in the city much more fascinating and meaningful. Before you come to Kiev, check out these unique and utterly Ukrainian museums, which are unlike anything else you’ll find on Earth. I hope you’re looking forward eagerly to taking this little excursion to Kiev museums with me. Here we go! 16 Kiev Check-In
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KIEV WATER MUSEUM Kreshchatiy park, 1 V Grushevskogo Str. (the nearest metro stations – Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Poshtova Ploshcha) Entrance fee and tour (in Ukrainian or English) UAH 50, children UAH 40. Note, it is best to make a reservation if you plan a tour on weekdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Wednesday – Friday), 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday); closed Monday and Tuesday. Entrance of the last group is 60 minutes before closing +38 044 279 53 33 www.aqua-kiev.info
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The Kiev Water Museum, also known as the Water Information Center, is as entertaining as it is educational. Situated in the restored 19th-century city water tower, itself a historic site, the museum offers an inside look at Kiev’s water-supply and water-treatment systems. An experienced guide (English and French-speaking guides are available) will tell you about the city’s first water supply system, about the irreversible processes generated by human activity and their influence on the ecology as a whole, and how to use water more efficiently in daily life. A tour of 35 to 40 minutes will introduce you to the planet’s hydrosphere and take you deep into an interactive part of the exhibit. One hall is transformed into a grotto where you can take a virtual journey around the continents, discovering the way water shapes the planet through waterfalls, geyser eruptions and glacial melts. There are many interesting exhibits such as models of water towers and sewage systems, samples of ancient pipes, and a huge toilet bowl half the height of a man. Interactive exhibits give you the opportunity to alter a river bed, provoke lightning and thunder, and stand inside a soap bubble for a while — or blow the bubble yourself (a delightful activity for kids and adults alike).
A huge aquarium stocked with Japanese fish is another popular exhibit, but be careful not to have your fingers bitten off! As the Kiev Water Museum is very popular, at times you may need to wait in line for 10 or 15 minutes. And be sure to bring cash for the ticket; cards are not accepted. Welcome to the subterranean world of water and sewerage!
THE MUSEUM OF MICRO MINIATURE 9 Lavrska Str. (b.5), (the nearest metro station is Arsenalna) Adults UAH 40, children UAH 20 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily microart.kiev.ua
There are only four museums in the world that show us the universe of micro miniatures, and one of them is situated in Kiev, in the Kiev Pechersk Lavra monastery complex. This unparalleled collection is the work of artist Mykola Syadritsky, who employed special technologies, much passion and great patience in creating each of its 20 delightful hand-made exhibits. You’ll marvel at Syadritskiy’s creativity in conceiving such masterpieces as a twining rose inside a hollowed-out hair, a life-size flea made of gold and wearing golden shoes, a camel caravan sculpted within the eye of a needle, a balalaika in a poppy, and so on. Just the descriptions sound extraordinary, but when you look at these incredibly tiny works of art through a microscope you will be absolutely amazed. The museum’s micro miniatures delight not only with their beauty and size but also with the artist’s engineering genius. Just imagine: the smallest operating electromotor in the world, on display here, is www.kievcheckin.com
almost 20 times smaller than a poppy seed. The most miniature of all books that have ever been made is the illustrated 12-page Kobzar (The Bard) containing poems by the great Ukrainian poet Taras Shevchenko, its size a mere 0.6 mm. It won’t take more than an hour of your time to examine these one-of-a-kind masterpieces. I highly recommend you to pay attention not only to the miniatures
themselves but also to the descriptions accompanying them. Visit this museum and you will not only see tiny and beautiful items but also understand that there are no limits to our capabilities when we’re doing what we love. To get to the museum, use the central entrance to the complex, where you can buy a separate ticket if you don’t want to visit the rest of the Kiev Pechersk Lavra.
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WORLD WAR II MUSEUM 27 Lavrska Str. (the nearest metro station is Arsenalna) +38 044 285 94 52 Adults UAH 20, children UAH 3. Tour in Ukrainian UAH 60, children UAH 40. Tour in a foreign language UAH 100. Lower observation deck (36.6 m) costs UAH 50; higher observation deck (91m) UAH 200. Reservations are highly recommended. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Monday – Friday), 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday), 9th of May and 14th of October - free entrance. warmuseum.kiev.ua
If you’ve been to Kiev, you will no doubt have seen the majestic statue of a woman with a sword in her right hand and a shield in her left. Installed on the slopes above the Dnipro, she is visible even from the most remote points of the city. The sculpture is a part of the World War II Museum, considered one of the country’s largest museums and devoted to the World War II conflict between the Soviet Union and Germany. Be ready to walk a lot, because the museum covers approximately 25 acres and contains more than 300,000 exhibits and related memorials. The main exposition stretches through 16 halls, and the so-called node of the exposition is “The Road of War,” which unites
and connects all the halls thematically and chronologically. A lot of artifacts, including every type of weapon, uniform and machine imaginable, are represented in this museum, presenting a deep look at the war and its impact on Ukraine. The museum’s cool, quiet halls are a somber testament to the gravity of the conflict and vividly evoke those hard times. Loud, patriotic war songs are played through the museum sound system, while documents, photographs, newspapers and other materials in the displays explain the war, often through the personal stories of those who experienced it. Another exposition, «Na chuzhyh viynah» («On foreign wars»), reveals the criminality of the political leadership of the former USSR but
EXPERIMENTANIUM 9 Stepana Bandery Ave. (the nearest metro station is Petrivka) 099 256 71 27 Entrance fee is UAH 155 (children), UAH 190 (adults) on weekdays; or UAH 170 (children), UAH 210 (adults) on weekends. Additionally, tours are offered in Ukrainian or Russian (UAH 150) or English (UAH 200). Note, it’s best to make reservations for tours. 9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Monday – Friday), 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday and official holidays) Phone no.: +38 096 477 97 91; +38 experimentanium.com.ua
Whether you’re fascinated by chemistry and physics or just like to feed your soul with lively play and experimentation, Experimentanium is a great place to visit. According to its creators, the best way to learn about the world around us is to be in close contact with it. Here, you’re invited not just to look at exhibits but to conduct your own experiments in the fields of mechanics, molecular physics, electrical engineering, optics and acoustics. The permanent collection features about 250 interactive exhibits, many of them are great for bright young minds. Kids jump with joy while they learn how to build a bridge without nails, fly a cloud into the air, or get lost in the mirror labyrinth. Signs and
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also honors the best qualities of the ordinary participants in those events. Very little of the museum is explained in English, so a decent knowledge of Russian will be helpful. However, it is possible to book a tour, which usually takes nearly 90 minutes. You’ll also have a unique opportunity to go up to the observation decks, located at heights of 36.6 and 91 meters, and enjoy a bird’s-eye panorama of Kiev. If you are not interested solely in picturesque Ukrainian life but are also ready to see its painful side, the Museum of the Great Patriotic War is worth visiting for a good summary of this traumatic period in history.
helpful guides explain the exhibits and keep you from getting lost in this astonishing world of science. Experimentanium conducts individual or group (15 to 25 people), school or thematic tours, each of which usually lasts 45 to 60 minutes. You can also attend various shows where you will be able to see a gigantic nitrogen explosion, learn how Jedis recharge their swords, discover how to walk along the edge of a blade and learn how to make a glass invisible! If all this whets your kids’ appetite for science, drop in at the museum shop, where you can buy various kinds of creative activities, games and puzzles etc. The Experimentanium can also host birthday parties, where kids are invited to take part in an absorbing quest. Open the fascinating world of science at this Kiev museum and discover what an amazingly wonderful planet we inhabit.
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IT IS M O RE T HAN AB OUT T HE ME AT !
KIE V 2 4 L E SI UKR AINKY B lvd. +38 044 593 98 98 w w w.gr illdobr as il.com.ua
NATIONAL ART MUSEUM OF UKRAINE 6 Mykhayla Grushevskogo Str. (the nearest metro station is Khreshchatyk) +38 044 279 64 62 Adults UAH 40, children UAH 10. Tour in Ukrainian UAH 250 (45 minutes for a group to 20 people) 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday), 12 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Saturday). Entrance of the last group is 60 minutes before closing namu.kiev.ua
The pleasant surprises here begin on your way into the museum. Built in an attractive neoclassical style, the National Art Museum is one of Kiev’s architectural jewels. The entrance features massive columns and is guarded by two lions of a very unusual appearance. About 40,000 items are exhibited on the museum’s two floors, including Ukrainian painting, sculptures, and graphics from the periods of Kievan Rus till the present. The museum is highlighted by the best collection of iconography in Ukraine, going back to rare pieces from the 12th century. There are also wonderful landscapes of picturesque Ukrainian nature by Serhiy Vasylkivskiy, portraits by Ivan Murashko (including the famous A Girl With a Red www.kievcheckin.com
Hat) and unique examples of the works of Taras Shevchenko and his followers. Also extremely valuable is the museum’s collection of Ukrainian Baroque art: paintings, icons, polychrome sculptures and old printed books. On the first floor, you will be amazed by a large-scale painting that occupies the entire wall — The Entrance of Bohdan Khmelnytsky to Kyiv in 1649, by artist Mykola Ivasyuk, who spent two decades finishing it. The collection of the Ukrainian avantgarde of the 20th century is a very special one, thanks to the works of such recognized avant-garde masters as A. Exter, A. Arkhipenko and D. Burlyuk. There are many new works of art coming to museum’s collections today, such as the unique icon
relief St. George in His Lifetime, dating to the 12th century; and works of the founder of international abstractionism, Kazimir Malevich, who was a native of Ukraine. Items drawn from the collections of the National Art Museum of Ukraine often become sensations when they go on tour with international exhibitions. And no wonder. You won’t notice how the time is flying while you are standing and staring at a charming landscape, or examining the depth of the eyes in a portrait. The National Art Museum of Ukraine is not the oldest in the world list of famous museums, but its prestige is growing steadily. On the last Sunday of the month, entrance to the museum is free.
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UKRAINIAN NATIONAL CHORNOBYL MUSEUM 1 Khoryva Lane, (the nearest metro station is Kontraktova Ploshcha) +38 044 482 56 27 Adults UAH 10, children UAH 5. Tour 100 UAH (in Ukrainian or Russian) or UAH 200 (in English or German). Once inside you can also rent an Englishlanguage audio guide for UAH 50 (you’ll need to provide a deposit of UAH 100 that will be returned to you after you return the device). Entrance free on April 26 and May 18. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Monday - Saturday) chornobylmuseum.kiev.ua
One thing many foreigners know about Ukraine is that it experienced the terrible Chornobyl tragedy in 1986, which became the most severe nuclear accident and ecological catastrophe of the 20th century. Unfortunately, it was not a passing concern for Ukrainians; the devastating impact of this event continues to be felt and will be transmitted to our descendants, too. The museum, opened in 1992, makes clear the scale of the catastrophe through the fate of thousands of people — participants in the event, witnesses and victims — and makes sense of the lessons learned through this tragedy in an effort to ensure they are not forgotten. The museum exhibits a variety of artifacts from the scene of the accident and is also decorated in a special way, including a cradle containing toys of children who lived
in Chornobyl, paintings by contemporary artists on the topic of the catastrophe, a working model of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, a diorama showing the station before, during and after the explosion, and an electronic remembrance book dedicated to the “liquidators” — the military and civilian personnel who were called upon, at great risk to their own health and safety, to enter the site to prevent further devastating consequences. The exhibit stays away from conjecture, presenting simply facts as revealed through documents, photographs and even clothes. Above the entrance, a signboard proclaims the museum’s slogan: “Est dolendi modus, non est timendi.”
(“There is a limit to sadness, but there is no limit to anxiety.”) Visitors cross a barrier with flashing lights and walk up the “Chornobyl Road” staircase, which shows the towns and villages that had to be abandoned forever as a result of the disaster. The ceiling of the main hall is in the form of a map of the world showing nuclear stations. We recommend booking a tour or paying for the audio guide, which is available in English and other Western languages. It will take no more than two hours to examine all the exhibits and learn about the disaster. Nobody remains indifferent after visiting this museum. Come and experience it yourself!
At the heart of the museum, there is a complex of dioramas, some 30 landscapes depicting various bio groups. There is also a karst cave that you can enter for a nominal fee. The next exhibit made me really astonished - the hut made of mammoth bones. The museum’s vast collection means you’ll want to spend at least two hours here. It’s a great place to learn about chemistry, biology, geography and natural history, for both kids and adults looking to broaden their perspective on the world.
It’s a busy place on weekends, so if you can, try to visit on a weekday. Unfortunately, descriptions on most of the exhibits are in Russian only, very little in English. But the museum is a great visual delight, so don’t worry too much. While it may not have the technological whiz-bang attractions of many modern museums, there’s an endearing quality to this museum, as well as a small gift shop with interesting items to purchase. If you are interested in the natural world, you won’t regret a visit here.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 15 Bohdana Khmelnytskogo Str. (the nearest metro station is Teatralna) + 38 044 235 62 66 Adults UAH 60, children UAH 35. Tour UAH 120 (Ukrainian for a group to 8 people) or UAH 500 (in English). Reservations are required. Free admission on first Wednesday of each month. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Wednesday - Friday), 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday), closed Monday and Tuesday. museumkiev.org
The National Museum of Natural History at the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine is one of the biggest scientific research museums of its type in the world. Located in the center of Kiev, the building itself draws attention, as it’s an old mansion with impressive architecture. Geological, paleontological, zoological and botanical museums are united under one roof, on four floors. There are 24 halls with more than 30,000 items on exhibit. You will have the opportunity to see unique kinds of plants, butterflies, insects, minerals, huge crabs and models of various animals, as well as a refuge of ancient people.
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THE ONE WHO BRINGS LIGHT:
ILLARIA 10 Illuminating Questions
When she was 5 years old, little Kateryna (who will later become famous through her stage name ILLARIA) said to her parents: “If you don’t take me to music school, I will stop attending kindergarten!” Now she is known as “the soul of the country,“ a new breath of Ukrainian ethnic music and mystical maiden. ILLARIA is famous all over the world for her amazing voice, original image and genuine love of life and native country. We asked ILLARIA about her professional plans, traveling, favorite places in Kiev and her own key to success. 1. Kateryna, would you be so kind to tell us your stage name origin? I know that ILLARIA in Greek means “one who brings light.“ When and under what conditions did you come up with your pseudonym? How do people usually address to you: by your real or stage name? I am Kateryna only for close people: my family and my friends. Ten years ago, I started to feel and understand a special kind of music and then decided to create a musical project. I tried to find the
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perfect name that matched my music. I believe the name ІLLАRІА was sent to me from heaven because I got the idea for my name while traveling by plane. As I found out later, this name has wonderful significance and energy. Since then it has become my talisman. 2. It is a well-known fact that you are called “the soul of the country“ among your fans, do you know why? Is it because of the musical genres you work in or some other reasons?
I started to be called this after I had participated in the 2nd season of the musical show “The Voice.” In one interview during the show, I mentioned that it is more important for me to become not just the voice of the country, but its soul. People believed me, felt my sincerity and passion for Ukrainian music and started to call me “the soul of the country.” You know, I am very pleased with it and at the same time, it’s a great responsibility to have such an honorary title. www.kievcheckin.com
OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2017 3. Was it your childhood dream to become a musician or did you want to do something else in life? What other professions could you have worked in? What do you understand well, besides music, in case it will be necessary to ask you for some advice? Ever since I can remember I have had a passion for music. When I was 5 years old, I said to my parents that I would only continue attending kindergarten if they enrolled me in music school. I have never been forced to attend my classes there, I have been fond of my studies. In secondary school, I was an excellent pupil as I really wanted to sing in the band, where only “А“ pupils were accepted. My hobby from the childhood developed into professional activity. I studied at college for nearly 10 years and then at R. Glier Kiev Institute of Music where I teach singing now. As a matter of fact, teaching also brings me much pleasure. I have already had my “little stars“ and I am also planning to found my own vocal studio. I also write music for cinema, theatre, and create hits for other singers. 24 hours is not enough time to do everything I would like to. Besides all of this, I am a young mother and this important part of my life brings me so much happiness too. 4. What inspires you? Have a “crisis of creativity“ ever occurred in your life? If yes, how did you overcome it? Honestly, it is difficult to answer unambiguously when and how inspiration comes to me. I can be inspired by something good or bad, sad or happy, white or black and so on. My heart is always opened to the muse. Most of all, I am inspired by my family now – my beloved husband and my small daughter, who are my wings and my consolation. My family always supports and gives me reasons for creating great things. I also can be recharged easily after spending some time outdoors or going somewhere for a trip. Traveling usually inspires and develops us. www.kievcheckin.com
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5. What factor or traits of character contributed to your success so far? I think it is love of life and people, humanism, and perfectionism. 6. What is your favorite country and your favorite city abroad? Why? I have already mentioned that traveling is a very important part of our family life. Actually, it is our passion. Currently, we are traveling all over Ukraine very often, discovering its new, unexplored corners. We find this inspiring and exciting. We are also fond of traveling abroad, of course. Greece provokes the warmest memories for me and my husband because we passed the first stages of our relationship there. We both have Greek roots, so together with our friends, we travel there regularly. It was in Hellas, where we met, fell in love, and finally got engaged. 7. What attracts tourists to our country and vice versa what frightens them off? Why would you suggest them visiting Ukraine? My friends from other countries always pay attention to the beauty of Ukrainian people, landscapes, and ancient architecture. They are also fond of Ukrainian culture and cuisine. At the same time, they are upset because of mass poverty, the condition of our roads, and the war. I think there will be peace in Ukraine soon, as well as decent living conditions for Ukrainians and our business partners. I believe the whole world will come to Ukraine for inspiration and study. I dream that listeners from abroad will recognize and admire us and for my part, I try to do my best to attract people to our country through my music and Ukrainian language. If each Ukrainian develops our culture, science, economics and does it with love, we will be respected everywhere and what is more important, we will appreciate each other. There is no doubt, that Ukraine has enormous potential!
8. What is your favorite place in Kiev for listening to music, going for a walk, having dinner, meeting friends? Kiev is my native city, my great love, and inspiration! Every street, every corner breathes with history, romance, and mysticism here. I prefer performing in large halls, but I prefer listening to music in chamber halls, like St. Nicolas Cathedral, National Philharmonic of Ukraine, or St. Sophia’s Cathedral – places like these with perfect acoustics. I like to walk along the Landscape Alley and the Andriyivsky Descent. As I am not fond of restaurants, the best place for dinner with my family and friends is forests or coasts of the Dnipro river. 9. What are your artistic plans and what is your professional dream: perhaps some music award or millions of views on YouTube? Sometimes I want to achieve the first place in a contest, win a prestigious award, or collect millions of likes on social networks. However, eventually, I realized that the greatest value for me is to be an independent artist, who may remain free in her creative work. I really appreciate my fans and work with total dedication for those who are deeply connected with me at the level of the heart chakra. I dream of having my own «soul» network all over the world. Nowadays, the Internet helps musicians to find fans without any producers and immerse them into a music world, just touching the screen on their smart gadgets. This simplicity of communication really helps artists realize quickly all of their bold ideas and find those who are interested in them. I am so happy to live in present time. 10. What would you like to wish our readers, who are mainly tourists from different countries? Perhaps, you would like to give them some pieces of advice? Being a native Kiever, I invite everyone to my homeland. Come and experience your own impression of our country and its capital. I wish you all strong health, freedom, by all means, real peace, childlike kindness, and boundless love!
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BEST VIP RESTAURANTS IN KIEV
There is no law against living a good life, is there? I’m sure that everyone dreams of spending at least one evening in a truly luxurious restaurant with live music, excellent service, and tasty dishes. It’s difficult to impress a date these days, but that special woman is sure to be delighted if you plan a spectacular dinner for her in a cool restaurant, surrounded by elegantly dressed and exquisitely mannered fellow diners. Maybe it’s time to stop postponing a visit to one of Kiev’s deluxe VIP restaurants. Here are several to choose from. Enjoy and Feel Like a Star! 24 Kiev Check-In
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KHMELI–SUNELI Khmeli–Suneli is a sunny piece of Georgia in the central Pechersk area of Kiev. The restaurant was nominated by the New Time magazine as one of Ukraine’s 100 best eateries, so it’s definitely worth visiting due to the combination of professional service, truly Georgian hospitality, modern design and delicious food. Therefore Khmeli-Suneli is among the most popular restaurants of Kiev. Its menu gives something special to every customer. The best dishes of Georgian cuisine are presented in the menu such as Chicken Tabaka with a crispy crust (UAH 225); fried aubergines rolls with walnuts and Georgian spices (UAH 153); Dakepili a la Hevsureti (a kind of khinkali prepared according to an old recipe with chopped
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veal, UAH 140), and a lot of other dishes. The Head chef develops and changes the menu of Khmeli-Suneli seasonally. It should be highlighted that Khmeli– Suneli is a real paradise for a sweet-tooth, with a variety of Georgian sweets (hazinaky, baklava, pelamushi, churchkhela), housemade jams, and other classic desserts. Cocktails with Georgian twist contain chacha brandy, have the authentic names (Tbilisi, Batumi, Georgia peach), and perfectly match to the menu. Every Friday and Saturday, live musicians draw guests into incendiary Georgian
dancing in celebration of the weekend. Every year on the occasion of the national birthday Khmeli–Suneli arranges a real Georgian feast. English speaking waiters provide an outstanding service for the customers from abroad. Everyone is welcome to feel an authentic Georgian atmosphere here, and one day you may find yourself buying a ticket to Tbilisi!
MATISSE Located 52 meters up, on the 15th floor of CITYHOTEL in the historic part of Kiev, Matisse restaurant will amaze you with its spectacular view of central Kiev, professional English-speaking staff, and good choice of dishes drawn from European cuisine. As the highest panoramic-view restaurant in Kiev, Matisse is a great place to make a memorable marriage proposal, celebrate special moments, or just have a business meeting far from the city bustle. There are two rooms: one in a minimalist design in shades of beige, with panoramic windows; the other a cozy VIP room. +38 044 393 59 29, +38 067 233 88 56 A, Bohdana Khmelnitskogo Str. (15th floor of CITYHOTEL) daily from 7 a.m. till 12 a.m. matisse.com.ua www.facebook.com/MatisseRestoran
A window into the kitchen lets you watch Matisse’s culinary professionals create their masterpieces. We highly recommend the Toscana fish soup (UAH 567), Texas steak (UAH 397 for 100 gm). You will also be pleased by a selection of delicious desserts, including house-made sorbets and panna cotta with orange slices. www.kievcheckin.com
Matisse also offers a great collection of vintage champagnes, flavorful wines and other alcoholic beverages available from the wine cellar. Live music every Thursday creates even more charming atmosphere.
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CHI CHI is an oasis of relaxation and a grand project of the Carte Blanche network, both a luxurious restaurant and a popular nightclub/party place in a picturesque part of the city, in Parkova Road. The restaurant’s name is drawn from the Chinese concept of the life force, the spiritual energy of breathing. And it’s proven that CHI provides its guests with unreal energy. Everything here is in the best traditions of Southeastern Asia, India and China, adapted to European tastes. You will find a master copy of the Terracotta Army securing the entrance. The menu offers both Indian and Chinese dishes (Kadai
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paneer UAH 275, Indian bread from UAH 45, Peking duck UAH 1600, spring rolls from UAH 225, etc.), prepared by gifted chefs (Jason Yang is responsible for Chinese cuisine, Girdhari Vishwakarma for Indian cuisine). Each season, he also creates special dishes that are offered on the rush menu. CHI’s bar commands attention, too, as it is headed by Karolis Urbonavicius, a mixologist from London and most of the cocktail ingredients are made in-house. CHI has its own laboratory where it tests out
future masterpieces. Various styles of music are offered. A top acoustic system from D&B Audiotechnik and the participation of famous DJs, as well as an endless choice of cocktails, make events here unforgettable. As CHI is extremely popular, reservations are highly recommended, as is observing the dress code and meeting with the bouncer’s approval (what’s known as “face control”). Delicious cuisine, Englishspeaking staff, and an elegant atmosphere will greatly contribute to your memories.
ESHAK Eshak is one of the most popular restaurants in Kiev; in fact, it’s almost impossible to find a free table without prior reservations. The jokey name (which means “donkey” in Uzbek!) crowns a completely new concept for Kiev — a restaurant-tea house with a colorful interior (decorated with traditional Oriental ornaments and patterns), affordable prices, and a cozy, homelike feel. Eshak was a coveted destination right from opening night, when some invited guests tore the invitation in pieces, hoping to share it among four people! It seemed like the whole capital city wanted in. Eshak is beloved because of its popular concept, great location, unusual interior design, a unique summer terrace adapted for use year-round, ample parking, the best DJs and belly dancers— and a menu that ranges from borshch and
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chebureks to veal medallions with foie gras. Eshak offers a great opportunity to get to know European, Ukrainian, Oriental cuisine which is very diverse and tasty. There are both classic dishes as interpreted by the chef (Caesar salad UAH 210, veal Carpaccio with truffle oil UAH 290, filet mignon UAH 480), and masterpieces of Oriental cuisine (holiday pilaf UAH 240, chebureks with lamb UAH 115) etc. Discover the colorful world of food from the Eastern Bazaar: fresh and dried figs, dried apricots, raisins, a variety of seasonal fruits, hazelnuts, cashews, and almonds—all of these items can be purchased for dessert or to take home.
The menu is updated at least four times a year. In each traditional dish, something special is usually added. As there are many foreigners among the regular guests, all the waiters speak English, and a menu is offered in English. Wednesdays through Saturdays, charming dancers entertain guests with belly dancing, and big parties are organized for Halloween, Old New Year, Valentine’s Day, March 8, and Navruz. Forget about your daily stresses while relaxing in a soft armchair and enjoying a branded hookah while listening to cool sets from fashionable DJs.
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JONJOLI JonJoli is a Georgian restaurant, where you will enjoy delicious meal in the amazing Caucasian atmosphere. It is easy to find JonJoli as it is located in a historical part of Kiev. The building is well known as a confectionery where the chef of Catherine II was cooking for her many years ago. The restaurant covers two floors with a separate private dining room on the second floor. The interior of the restaurant is decorated according to the Georgian style, with ornamented furniture, lemon and mandarin trees, wooden tables, and two fireplaces on the second floor. A unique ceiling is beautified with clay amphoras and large Georgian style pendants. Their head chef presents guests a great variety of traditional recipes with slight author twist. If you are a fan of
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Georgian cuisine, we suggest you trying Gebjalia with mint sauce (UAH 110), Suluguni fried in almond flakes (UAH 135), Grilled dolma (UAH 125), or Assorted lobio (UAH 220). A large variety of khachapuri, khinkali, traditional soups and delicious desserts are also presented in the menu. You would be in love with the soft honey baklava with nuts. For the one who prefers European food, - a variety of fish dishes,
salads, and classic desserts are available in the menu. The Georgian Head chef updates the menu seasonally. It is hard to imagine Georgia without wine, therefore a large variety of Georgian wines from all over the world are available in the wine list here. Homemade Georgian drinks and spirits are extremely delicious and worth trying, of course.
KOYA Welcome to Koya, a pan-Asian restaurant in a luxurious corner of Kiev, - Arena city! The restaurant has two areas covering two floors with a seating capacity up to 250 people. Each area is designed in a unique way. The second floor has neon blue illumination, panoramic overview to Arena yard, and a huge open kitchen where the main kitchen shows take place. Pan-Asian menu with the emphasis on seafood, designed for the restaurant by legendary restaurateur Dmitriy Zotov and chef of «Murakami London» Ray Sabinosa. Taste the original dim sum Chong Fang with shrimps (UAH 225); salad with eel, quinoa and Asian sauce (UAH 255); grilled squid with warm wafu sauce and fresh vegetable salsa (UAH 249); roll with crab meat, shrimp and salmon caviar (UAH 415) and others.
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The first floor of the restaurant is specialized in the outstanding quality of unique cocktails. It is a perfect place to enjoy it in a calm and sophisticated atmosphere. Koya’s Asian cocktail bar offers exotic flavours from many Asian countries. Among the cocktail ingredients on hand are tamarind paste from the tropical forests of Central Africa, lapsang souchong and yellow chrysanthemums from the mountain slopes of China, eucalyptus,
sesame, feijoa, and many other spices, herbs, and tropical fruits. The names may sound strange, but give them a try! Koya is a great place to hang out with your friends. Chief bartender Evgeniy Tolmachev has developed show-party drinks for companies and stylish, Instagram-worthy tiki-cocktails. Wednesdays are karaoke nights, and on Friday and Saturday evenings you can relax with live vocals by top performers and sets from the best DJs of Kiev.
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PARKS IN KIEV
L o ve is in the Air
Ask any tourist about his first impressions of Kiev: he’ll almost certainly mention what a green city it is. In fact, according to several recent surveys, our capital is the leader among the greenest European cities. There are more than 100 parks, nearly 500 public gardens, and 78 boulevards, and as a result, there is 20 sq.m. of greenery per resident! All this green space brings joy to Ukrainians and tourists alike. To take a walk in the park, getting some fresh air, to take a break after a hard workday, enjoying the twitter of birds… it sounds perfect, doesn’t it? In the autumn, the atmosphere of the parks and gardens is more than perfect. Multicolored trees, yellow fallen leaves on the grass create a true fairytale and remind us about the last warm days. Today we offer you the chance to postpone all your affairs and join us in a walk through Kiev’s green spaces. Put on comfortable shoes, choose the best park for you and have a nice day! 28 Kiev Check-In
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MARIYINSKY PARK
located in the city center on the hill close to Khreshchatyk str., the European square
Mariyinsky Park is one of the most popular and romantic parks in Kiev, probably because it is located in the heart of the city and for its incredible loveliness and cleanliness. Combining natural beauty and architectural elements, Mariyinsky Park is one of Kiev’s oldest parks, founded in the eighteenth century. You can see many decorative trees (around 80 species), beautiful flowers and lush bushes. The Mariyinsky Palace was built in 1755 and named after Russian Emperor Alexander II’s wife Mariya, who admired the palace and actively participated in the reconstruction of the park in front of it. Nowadays, Mariyinsky Palace, located next to the Parliament, is a ceremonial residence of the President of Ukraine (since 2002, the Palace has been under reconstruction). There is also a viewing platform, an open-air stage with the nickname “seashell,” a fountain, clean alleys and comfortable benches. It’s a great destination for outdoor sports, where you can rent bicy-
KHRESHCHATY PARK
located in the city center on the hill close to Khreshchatyk str., the European square
This park is located in the historical part of Kiev, next to the European Square. Visiting here, therefore, means seeing some of the best places in Kiev because it leads to Saint Volodymyr Hill and picturesque slopes of the Dnipro. The old name of this park was the Garden of Merchants' Meetings because the building for those meet-
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cles, rollerblades, and recently popular velomobiles and electric scooters. The most romantic place, the Lover’s Bridge, traditionally covered with many love locks, is also located here, and it joins Khreshchatyy and Mariyinsky Parks. Don’t forget to take your camera! There are wonderful views of the Dnipro River and many unique monuments. ings was located there (today the building is occupied by the National Philharmonic of Ukraine). Many historians believe that there would not have been a park if the meetings had not been held at that place. Today Khreshchaty and Mariyinsky Parks make up the Park Circle of Kiev. Many native Ukrainian plants grow in Khreshchaty Park, but there are also some species imported from abroad that have successfully taken root in our climate. One of the main landmarks here is the People's Friendship Arch, a huge rainbow-shaped symbolic monument that embodies the brother-
hood of all Slavic people. Immediately after the Arch, there is an observation point with lovely views of the Dnipro and Kiev’s left bank. Here you may try extreme flying over the Dnieper on a zip line that is very popular in warm weather. In Khreshchaty Park, you’ll also find the Kiev Academic Puppet Theatre, which resembles a castle with fabulous sculptures in its yard, and the Kiev Water Museum, where you will be able to learn much interesting information about this natural resource, take funny pictures and even stand for a while in a soap bubble!
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TARAS SHEVCHENKO PARK
located close to Lva Tolstogo metro station
Taras Shevchenko Park is a small, well-maintained park located just in the heart of the city. The main (red) building of the National Taras Shevchenko University is in Volodymyrska street opposite the park. It is jokingly called the "Green Building" of the university, as students prefer to go for a walk there instead of attending lectures. The park was opened to public in 1890 as "the University Botanical Garden." Nowadays, in the middle of the park, there is a monument honoring the poet and cultural activist Taras Shevchenko (1814 – 1861) who remains the great symbol of the independent Ukraine and always keeps a wary eye on everything that is going on here.
SAINT VOLODYMYR HILL
located in the city center on the hill, close to St. Michael's Golden-Domed Cathedral and Monastery This park is called a "green island" in the center of Kiev. A lot of writers, poets and artists came there to draw inspiration or just to admire the views. Originally, this park was called St. Michael's Hill, named after St. Michael's Golden-Domed Cathedral and Monastery. It gained its popularity around 1850-1880 when it was Kiev’s only free park. A great event took place under this hill: the baptism of Rus by Prince Volodymyr the Great who, according to the legend, observed from this place the process of christening of Kiev citizens.
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Walking in the park, you will find a wellequipped playground, many creatively constructed benches and kiosks to stop for a coffee. There is also a beautiful fountain in this park, which usually starts functioning in May. In short, it is a great place to take a break during a workday, to dance salsa or practice yoga on the weekend, to read a book or play a game of chess, and to get a huge inspiration for the whole day…
Nowadays, you can observe the monument honoring him, which has become the park’s main attraction, and since then it has been called Saint Volodymyr Hill. It is a majestic place, with wonderful views of the Dnipro River and the left bank of Kiev. The park contains a spacious observation deck, Kokorivska Arbor, various paths and numerous stairs. At night, the
large cross held in the right hand of Volodymyr is illuminated, giving the impression of the miracle. Don’t miss the opportunity to see it with your own eyes! The easiest way to get to Volodymyr Hill is to take a ride on the Funicular from Poshtova Square and then move to the left or to walk along the Saint Michael Monastery to the Hill.
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THE FEOFANIYA PARK
Akademika Lebedyeva Str., located in the historical neighborhood on a tract near the southern outskirts of Kiev If you are looking for a place to relax from the city bustle, the Feofaniya Park is exactly what you need. Located in a historic place on the outskirts of Kiev near the beautiful large Eastern Orthodox St. Pantaleon Cathedral, it was declared a government designated park that belongs to the "Feofaniya" conservatory of the National Academy of Science of Ukraine in 1992.
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A pilgrimage path runs on the territory of the park, and there are some unusual springs with healing water along it. The park is also known for having many medicinal plants, cozy alleys, the cascade of lakes with plenty of fish, and tiny bridges. The Feofaniya Park is that rare place where a wild forest and refined territory are harmoniously combined.
It looks amazing in each season of the year and is always right for dreaming, taking pictures or going for a walk with your friends or alone. On October 14, seize the opportunity to visit the celebration of the Intercession of the Theotokos (known as Pokrov) organized in Feofaniya Park.
"Pyrogovo" is growing more and more popular, and the collection of architectural buildings is improving every year. During Ukrainian folk festivals, special theatrical performances take place on the museum grounds, at which people dance around the fire, sing and entertain in traditional Ukrainian ways. If you want to dive
into Ukrainian life and feel properly our soul and nature, "Pyrogovo" is the destination for you, a place you will like to come back again and again. You can also book an excursion in English in order not to miss a thing. You are also welcome to join the traditional celebration of Pokrov holiday that will be organized here on October 14.
OPEN-AIR MUSEUM OF NATIONAL ARCHITECTURE "PYROGOVO"
the area is located on the south end of Kyiv close to “Holosiyivskiy” old forest and historical village Pyrogovo The Museum of National Architecture and Life is an opportunity to walk through the most interesting corners of Ukraine, to get acquainted with the everyday life and household items, in a word to see the life of Ukrainian people, who lived in the 17th–20th centuries from the inside. The museum was founded in 1969 but opened to visitors in 1976. The territory is divided into the ethnographic regions of Ukraine, which represent the peculiarities of everyday life of one or another historical period.
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PARK OF THE ETERNAL GLORY
One of the latest monuments, located in this park, is the monument on the honor of Victims of Starvation during 1932–1933. You can see a bell tower in the shape of a burning candle in the middle of the monument. In a word, the Park of the Eternal Glory is a perfect place to dive into history while having a rest.
located close to Slavy square and Kiev Pechersk Lavra, the nearest metro station Arsenalna, Red line The Park of the Eternal Glory in Kiev is a memorial complex located on the steep slope of the Dnipro River, giving a spectacular view of the city. The park features many monuments dedicated to those who died while protecting the Motherland, which gives this place a special atmosphere. The Glory Obelisk takes the central place in the park. The Eternal Fire also reminds us about heroic deeds of our ancestors. Finally, there is an observational terrace with a spectacular view on Kiev Pechersk Lavra and the Motherland monument in the park.
There is also a Ukrainian tradition that after having the official ceremony at the registry office, the newly married go to the Park of Eternal Glory to lay flowers to the Monument of an Unknown Soldier. Nobody knows when this tradition was born, but it has been popular for a long time.
PECHERSK LANDSCAPE PARK
close to Arsenalna metro station, Red Line
If you walk downstairs from the Park of the Eternal Glory, you will find yourself in Pechersk Park. This landscape park was created in 1981 as a line of city parks along the banks of the Dnipro. Since then, pathways have been laid as well as places for relaxation, stairs, flowerbeds and lawns. In the center, there is an open space called Spivoche Pole where numerous concerts, festivals, and exhibitions are held. Every year, you can enjoy wonderful exhibitions of flowers.
HOLOSIIVSKYI NATIONAL NATURE PARK
located in the southern Holosiivskyi District of Kiev, it is easily accessible from the Holosiivskyi metro station, Blue Line
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This national park covers an area of 140 acres, so it will take you a full day to walk through the territory. In the north of the park, there is a broad-leaved forest (beech, oak, linden, elm, maple trees grow there). The southern part has a sandy terrain where you will see pine and alder forests. The western part is swampy, where a deciduous forest grows. The eastern part is represented mainly with a pine forest. There are 23 species of different plants registered in the Red Book of Ukraine, and there are also some oaks which are more than 200 years old. The park also contains four lakes and miles of paved and dirt pathways for walking, hiking, and cycling. It also provides children (both young and old) with an assortment of playgrounds, carnival rides, paddle boats, and booths of toys, trinkets, and snacks.
Holosiivskyi National Nature Park is a place where people regularly meet to run or cycle together, to take their pets for strolls in the fresh air or just spend some time with their friends or music in the headphones. The fresh air and natural atmosphere will provide you with a good mood and much energy to discover other places of interest in Kiev. Note that Hokosiivskyi Monastery is located not far from the park. It has become a residence of Kiev metropolitans since the 19th century. Curative relics of the Holy Righteous nun Matushka Alipiya are stored in this monastery, which cured a lot of serious diseases according to indisputable evidence.
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PUSHCHA-VODYTSIA
can be reached by marshrutka 226 and 719 (small bus) from Nyvky metro station or by tram 12 from Kontraktova Ploshcha metro station Pushcha-Vodytsia is a recreational zone in northwestern Kiev. This is a wonderful place for portraits with natural backgrounds. It has forests with beautiful paths through thickets, several lakes with bridges, sand beaches near water and several parks. Pushcha-Vodytsia looks especially charming in autumn when it is filled with red and yellow leaves. Reaching Pushcha-Vodytsia is a real challenge. It is quite isolated from the rest of the city. However, the trip to it is as marvelous as the area itself.
OTHER PLACES TO VISIT IN UKRAINE THIS AUTUMN Ukraine is known for its beautiful Carpathian mountains, crystal lakes and charming parks with interesting legends. In autumn, leaves on the trees change colours to golden yellow, orange and red providing incredibly amazing seasonal decoration.
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Thus, Ukrainian parks become one of the most beautiful attractions in this period of time. Among the highlights are landscape park "Sophia" located in Uman (Cherkasy Oblast), dendrological park "Alexandria" located in Bila Tserkva (Kyiv Oblast), national park “Synevyr” in the Carpathian Mountains, Stryiskyi Park in Lviv and many others. There is one more exceptionally beautiful place in the autumn called “Tunnel of Love” in Klevan (Rivne oblast).
It is a railway surrounded by green arches 3-5 kilometers in length. Tunnel of love is one of the most romantic places in Ukraine and have a great popularity among couples. Put on comfortable shoes, choose the best destination for you and have a nice day!
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clothes that deserve special handling exists a unique project - OSCAR Dry Clean Studio. You’ll pay from UAH 220 for cleaning a jacket, UAH 365 for cleaning a coat or from UAH 399 for cleaning and ironing a suit and a shirt together (ask for the “Smart Office” offer), etc. Place your order online on Facebook or on the official website, ring the call center, or go to your nearest outlet. Continuous development, technological improvements, qualified staff, new services — this is UNMOMENTO! Addresses and working hours of central reception points: 21 Lesia Ukrainka Ave. +38 044 498 61 08 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Friday), 10 a m – 8 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Sunday)
UNMOMENTO Dry-cleaning and laundry network UNMOMENTO is a company with 20 years of experience, providing such services as cleaning and repairing all kinds of materials, including cloth, leather, fur and also footwear and accessories. However, UNMOMENTO is more than just a typical dry cleaner. It also provides household cleaning services; removal, cleaning and installation of curtains; and
pretty much any kind of chore connected with housework. Flexible, technologically savvy and easily accessed — the company has 50 outlets across all of Kiev’s districts — this company can take care of whatever you need to be done within two days. UNMOMENTO is insured to cover all liabilities and organizes frequent skills trainings for its staff. It also offers an innovative system, called POTEMA, that cleans dust mites out of mattresses. For those expensive designer
4 Shota Rustaveli Str. +38 044 234 54 40 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Saturday), 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Sunday) 17/1 Gorodetskogo Str. +38 044 585 31 30 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Monday - Friday) 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday) 16 B Yaroslaviv Val Str. +38 044 238 21 93 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Friday), 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Sunday) Call center: +38 067 62 62 495 / +38 044 495 2 495 unmomento.com.ua www.facebook.com/momento.un www.instagram.com/unmomento_dry_clean
ARMIYA CHISTOTY (ARMY OF PURITY) Armiya Chistoty is a cleaning company that uses professional tools and cleaning agents imported from Europe or the United States and qualified staff who follows a cleaning protocol. It promises to solve any client’s toughest cleaning problems promptly, whether what you need is an extra deep-clean, daily cleaning, or a major cleanup after a fire or a flood. The company can handle washing of windows and facades, cleaning of swimming pools, industrial cleaning involving rope work, etc. A technician will visit to assess the venue and offer a free estimate. The working staff will arrive with all equipment needed, including vacuum cleaners, brushes, and professional-level chemicals with brand names such as Hagleitner, Prochem, KIEHL etc. Aided by high-tech cleaning agents, Armiya Chistoty is able to successfully tackle even the oldest stains. If the client is dissatisfied for any reason, the working team will return and fix the problem without any charge. Staff is wellprepared and undergoes several stages of review and a probation period of two to three months, as well as attends cleaning exhibition KIEV CLEAN EXPO to learn the best techniques. www.kievcheckin.com
Armiya Chistoty takes the urgent orders with no appointment if there is an available group of workers. It’s better generally to book two/four days ahead, but during the high season (spring, and before holidays such as New Year), it’s advisable to do so seven/ten days ahead. The prices are moderate, but know that you’re paying for high-quality service. Window-washing costs from UAH 25 per square meter, dry cleaning of a wool carpet is UAH 40 per square meter. For express cleaning of an apartment of 50 square meters, which takes four to five hours, you’ll need to pay UAH 1600. But general cleaning, which takes no more than one working day (the fullest range of services: complete washing of rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, dust removal
of ceilings and walls) costs UAH 2200. To book, it’s most convenient to fill in a form on the website or contact an online consultant who speaks English. Armiya Chistoty encourages every member of its staff to treat their customers with maximum dedication, care and love, handling each task as though it were their own. 204 Borshchagivska Str., (b.1) +38 044 221 37 00, +38 096 058 77 00, +38 093 351 77 00 reception of orders from 8 a.m. till 8 p.m., departure of working teams - 24/7 armyclean.com.ua www.facebook.com/armyclean.com.ua
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IN SEARCH FOR THE BEST
SEAFOOD IN KIEV
Although Ukraine’s maritime capital is Odessa, Kiev citizens are also crazy about the fresh seafood served in many local cafes and restaurants. This article is dedicated to fish lovers who, like me, are always on the lookout for the finest seafood places in Kiev, the ones that serve a vibrant collection of dishes that will almost have you smelling salt air right in our inland capital. … Here we go!
Odessa Thanks to its special atmosphere, fantastic service, originality in details and wonderful flavor matches, high-concept Odessa has become a bright spot for Kiev citizens and visitors who appreciate “the art of eating” and is at the top of the TripAdvisor rankings. The restaurant is a family business, currently run by a third-generation manager. Its notable interior design references its theme (the city of Odessa) only in passing, but emphasizes innovativeness, uniqueness, and atmosphere, using elements such as 30 km of nautical rope and a whole flock of toy lambs! Yuriy Pryemskyy, one of Ukraine’s best chefs, enthusiastically rules in the kitchen. “All the dishes — whether the part of traditional gastronomy or a whole new invention — are created on the principle of interesting and complex combinations of ingredients,” he explains. The menu is refreshed every month to allow guests to enjoy seasonal products served in a very non-standard way. As creative table service is a highlight of the restaurant, don’t be surprised to see your dish being cooked in front of you, or served in a cloud of dry-ice “smoke”! Many of Odessa’s meat and fish dishes are cooked in
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Big Green Egg ovens, which lend incredible juiciness and an appetizing smokey flavor to the entree. Dishes are also often cooked using sous vide technology, which likewise makes for a juicy and flavorful result. Among the pearls of this gastronomic menu are trout fillet with hollandaise sauce, potatoes and asparagus (UAH 185), numerous seafood salads and snacks (mussels tempura with avocado aioli sauce, for example), fillet mignon with mushroom tortellini and green pepper sauce (UAH 249), and super-delicious creme brulee with mango and coconut (UAH 85).
The cocktail card is no less intriguing. Bright cocktails, favorites from the best bars worldwide, fruit lemonade, and other unique drinks perfectly complement the menu dishes with their own special wow factor. This restaurant pulls out all the stops to impress you! 114 Velyka Vasylkivska Str. +38 044 238 84 13 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. (till 12 a.m. on Friday and Saturday) odessarest.com.ua www.facebook.com/Instagram: www. instagram.com/ odessarest www.kievcheckin.com
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Don Mare Don Mare is more than just a fish market; it’s a fish and seafood business expert! This brand unites corporate chain of branded fish stores belonging to the Group of Companies - Universal Fish Company (UFC). UFC is an incumbent fish and seafood company in Ukraine. Don Mare’s considerable dimensions bring a significant advantage: a regular supply and high quality of fish. Moreover, it takes between four to five days from the catching moment until the product reaches the market shelves. Fish and seafood are imported from more than 250 locations in 30 countries, which gives the shops an opportunity to offer such a huge assortment and more than 1,000 products. As Don Mare has something to suit every fish taste, you will definitely find something you like here, and, of course, professional fish experts can help you in choosing sides. Live fish and seafood, chilled and fresh-frozen products, caviar, ready to eat seafood dishes, cross-sell seafood products and restaurant-ready fare products — all that and more is offered at Don Mare. An additional point is a fish bar zone in the market where you can enjoy dishes from the chef’s daily menu or choose your own fish or seafood to be made (grilled) to your
order. They can offer to the customers such additional services as fish scaling, fish marinating, and sous-vide preparation. The exclusive offers from Don Mare shops - top-class French oysters which meet all international quality standards and are a special favorite of many frequent customers. Prices vary from inexpensive for such popular fish such as mackerel, hake and herring to higher for premium products such as lobster, king crab, black caviar, beluga or tuna. To sum it up, you will get an excellent service, a great variety of high-quality fish and seafood products at Don Mare. All this will lead all seafood lovers to make a correct
decision and to visit Don Mare spot in Kiev. Come and check it out!
the restaurant its name. Special attention should be paid to the nalivkas (traditional berry liqueurs) prepared to centuries-old Ukrainian recipes. Samogon plays host to many special events, including a great theme party, “Odessa Mansy,” organized once a month, special tasting events, DJ performances (Wednesday to Sunday), and live music (Friday and Saturday). Samogon’s famous Odessa Vorschmack (UAH 79) with salad “Shuba Roll” (UAH 67),
Sauté of Black Sea Rapa Whelks (UAH 339), Pan of Black Sea Seafood (UAH 399), and Pot of Mussels in Creamy Wine sauce (UAH 209) are definitely worth trying.
Addresses of 2 markets: 16 b, Heroiv Stalinhradu Ave. +38 063 014 71 94 12 p.m. - 12 a.m. (Monday - Sunday) 176 Antonovycha Str., Ocean Plaza Mall (1st floor) +38 067 546 30 59 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. www.donmare.ua www.facebook.com/DonMareFish www.instagram.com/donmare_kyiv
Samogon Fish Bar Samogon Fish Bar is a picturesque restaurant in the Podil district of Kiev, where you can enjoy a splendid choice of seafood dishes prepared from fresh local products based on recipes collected from various regions of Ukraine. The menu includes Skifian oysters (produced by the first oyster farm in mainland Ukraine); mussels prepared with three different sauces: creamy wine sauce, soy-chili sauce and tomato sauce; mackerel; Black Sea gobies; sprats; rapa whelks; rockfish; pike perch; and many other dishes to suit any occasion and all tastes. The restaurant welcomes guests in its Odessa courtyard, filled with local color and charm. From there, visitors are warmly invited to one of the numerous rooms that capture the spirit of this late 19th-century villa. The interior is filled with authentic artifacts that reflect the life of Ukrainians in various eras and cultural items that evoke national pride, from literature and cinema to music, handcrafts and, of course, culinary traditions. Visiting Samogon Fish Bar, you’ll surely notice the moonshine still (“samogon” in Ukrainian) that takes centre stage and gives www.kievcheckin.com
25 Naberezhno-Khreshchatytska Str. +38 098 888 78 58 12 p.m. - 12 a.m. (Monday - Sunday) www.samogon-bar.com.ua www.facebook.com/SamogonBar-712848805447725 www.instagram.com/samogon.bar
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Mulan Traditions of Southeast Asia have been creatively brought together in the new fancy restaurant Mulan. The menu features skillfully plated high-end Pan Asian cuisine, such as sushi rolls or sashimi served “on steam cloud”; dim sum; soups served “in volcanic crater”; and, of course, a rich choice of noodles and rice. Interestingly, the restaurant serves fresh wasabi stems imported from Japan and presents them with an exclusive Japanese grater made from shark skin, so you can grate super-fresh wasabi at the table to complement your dish! This premium-class restaurant can be proud of its delicious seafood Tom Yam soup, a spicy soup with coconut milk, fish and molluscs, flavorful fresh lime leaves and mushrooms (UAH 265), as well as its original Mushu Dragon Roll, a graceful blend of pearl rice with scallops, tiger shrimps, tobiko roe, avocado and cucumber (UAH 325). Among the most popular dishes are a vegetarian selection of maki sushi with avocado and cucumber (UAH 145) creatively served on an edible chessboard; udon (a type of thick wheat-flour noodle) with seafood (UAH 195), and warm salad with wok-fried vegetables (UAH 145).
Ukrainian Importers of Fish and Seafood Association
The Ukrainian Importers of Fish and Seafood Association (UIFSA) was founded in December 2011 to protect the rights and interests of seafood companies and develop the fish industry in Ukraine. Currently, it is the only one non-governmental, noncommercial organization advocating for
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the interests of importers of fish products in Ukraine. The Association cooperates with government bodies and state entities and other associations, organizations and companies in Ukraine and abroad. Members of UIFSA coordinate the promotion of rules for fair and transparent
The average bill is UAH 300 per person. In Mulan, everything is designed to make you feel comfortable and relaxed, from its loft design to lounge music. Come here and I am sure you will feel the spirit of Asia in your heart! 10-A Kozhumyatska Str. +38 073 777 34 35 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. mulan.com.ua www.facebook.com/MULAN4u
competition, ensuring a level playing field for all market participants; work toward forming a civil and transparent marketplace for fish and seafood; counteract deviation from customs payments; and fight against corruption in related activities and ways of doing business. “Our association offers representatives of the fish industry a way to cooperate, to share best practices, to lobby and defend common interests, and, most important, to popularize the regular consumption (two or three times a week) of fish and seafood, as well as the development of a fish-consumption culture,” says the General Director of UIFSA, Zagumenny Dmitry. The association welcomes new members who act in compliance with fair and legal standards of doing business. All members have an opportunity to take advantage of the achievements and contacts of the Association, gain analytical support on the industry, as well as publish information about their companies and products on the website and Facebook page of UIFSA. Get involved! 30/35 Shovkovychna Str., office 2 +380 68 421 12 12 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. uifsa.ua www.facebook.com/uifsa.ua www.kievcheckin.com
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For 100 years Hilton was associated with the word Hotel Filling the earth with the light and warmth of Hospitality
THERE IS ONLY ONE «H» IN TOWN IT STANDS FOR HILTON KYIV
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LOST IN UKRAINE INTERVIEW
5 Questions for
MISS UKRAINE 2017
This year, stunning Polina Tkach, an 18-year-old student from National Aviation University, has won the title of Miss Ukraine 2017. Despite her youth, Polina demonstrated not only outstanding natural beauty but also a strong personality and great performance during the competition. With this title, she becomes Ukraine’s official representative for the Miss World 2017 pageant, to be held later this year in China. Despite her hectic schedule, Polina took time to graciously share with us her future plans and some of her beauty secrets. 40 Kiev Check-In
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How did you get interested in the Miss Ukraine National Contest?
Actually, I didn’t think of participating in the competition myself. One of the managers of the Miss Ukraine Contest contacted me after they had seen my pictures on Instagram and invited me to participate in the casting this year.
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Apart from physical beauty, which other traits do you think helped you win this competition?
What are your secrets of beauty, and how do you manage to keep yourself in a good shape?
Well, loving yourself maybe sounds like a cliché, but it’s important. I would say it’s necessary to accept yourself just as you are, with your strengths and weaknesses. Apart from that, I think every girl should pay special attention and care to her skin and hair. If you are inclined to be overweight, in particular, you should stick to a healthy diet. Also, I would say that makeup does not always make you better. I am for natural beauty, first of all. You’ll often see me without any makeup while walking along the street, for example.
All factors are important, so I can’t say it’s just one thing. In my opinion, it’s important to be honest and open, and not to make an impression that you are better than you really are. Also, I think my good social skills and ambitious nature helped me so much.
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What were your goals before the competition, and how have they changed since your win?
My aims did not actually change, but they became more ambitious. I’d like to improve my level of living, and therefore personal development and self-improvement are my everyday tasks. I want to develop in many ways, so I participate in various kinds of training and educational activities, and I’m learning a lot these days. I would like to do something significant with my life. Also, I really like to spend time on my hobbies, especially dancing and drawing.
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Tell us, what features should a man have to attract your attention?
(laughing) Well, I appreciate honesty and fairness in people, and what I really dislike is impudence. The man should be also responsible, with a good sense of humor and strong charisma. For me, it’s also important that I find him interesting to talk to. (I also like it when he uses a nice cologne!)
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TOP 7 TIPS
for Kiev Visitors this Autumn
Kiev is considered the cultural and spiritual center of Eastern Europe with more than 14 centuries of rich history. Below we have compiled a few top tips to help you in navigating the city and get the best out of your stay in Kiev this month.
HIRE A LOCAL GUIDE Immerse yourself in the fun, fantastic, magical atmosphere of the city, get acquainted with its historical background, discover nightlife, or learn hidden secrets of Kiev by hiring a local tour guide. Tour guides are quite inexpensive in Kiev (A full day private tour will cost you < $100) and starting your stay in Kiev with a tour from a professional guide can be a great way to get acquainted with the city quickly. Need help with arranging a tour? Email us at kievcheckin@contactukraine.com for recommendations.
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ACCOMMODATION
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If you are traveling on business, you will feel quite at home staying at one of the many well-established international hotel chains such as Hilton, Radisson, InterContinental, Hyatt, Fairmont Grand, etc. in Kiev. However note that their prices in Kiev can be quite steep for a non-business traveler (in the $200-400 range per night). For individual travelers, staying in a local hotel or one of the service apartments can be a very attractive option. Local hotels are usually cheaper but their quality varies greatly. Do your homework before
you book a local hotel. Alternatively, daily rent of a serviced apartment in the city center is very popular among foreign travelers. You can find such accommodations through websites such as Dobovo, Airbnb, Booking and others. The price would be usually around USD 30-80 per night (depending on location and quality of internal design). Typically you will get a cosy furnished apartment consisting of bedroom, living room, bathroom, and a kitchenette.
MEETING WITH LOCALS Ukrainian nation is one of the most hospitable on Earth. People are generally friendly and glad to meet new people. Visiting theater, opera, concert or other Kiev activities can be a great way to meet locals with common interests. Also, there are a lot of opportunities to make friends with them during various networking events and local meetup groups. Here are some online resources for such events: • Fryday Afterwork - the most popular weekly social event in Kiev: www.facebook.com/fryday.kyiv • Meetup: www.meetup.com • Speaking clubs: lec.link If you want to arrange a meetup place
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in Kiev, the most popular outdoor meeting points are near central metro stations. Some popular meeting points include: • Stella (independence monument) on Maidan metro station • In front of the Central Post Office by the Monument with the Globe on Maidan metro station • McDonald’s on Khreschatyk or Lva Tolstogo metro station • National Opera house on Teatralna metro station • The monument of Skovoroda in Kontraktova Ploshcha metro station During rainy days, you may want to pick
TIP 3 one of the cafes in city center such as (“Coffee House” at Kreschatik 7/11 or “Shokoladnitsa” at Kreschatik 24).
LOCAL SIM CARD If you are going to be in Ukraine for more than a day or two, we highly recommend that you get a local pre-paid SIM card. There are three major mobile operators in Ukraine: Kyivstar, Vodafone, and Lifecell and you will be fine with any one of them. You can get a monthly tariff plan that offers relatively inex-
pensive mobile communication and unlimited 3G Internet at just $4-6 per month. You can buy the pre-paid SIM card at the airport or just about everywhere in the city-centre including supermarkets, press kiosks, street stands, and stores selling cell phones. www.kievcheckin.com
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LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
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The easiest way to navigate the city is to use Uber or Uklon (a local Uber like service) taxi service. Traditional taxi service companies in Kiev often have very poor and unpredictable service and therefore it’s better to avoid them. Both Uber and Uklon can be booked online through their mobile application, have very good service and are very cost-effective as well.
CASH & CURRENCY EXCHANGE In Kiev most retail points you can use credit cards to pay, however, traveler’s checks are generally not accepted. It is highly advisable always to have some cash with you as well. Note that all cash payments within Ukraine are allowed in the local currency Hryvnia (UAH) only. As of this writing, 1 USD equals to roughly 26 UAH. You can easily exchange any major
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foreign currency to Hryvnia at the airport, one of the local banks, or endless exchange kiosks located around the city. Because of non-favourable rates at the airport, only exchange minimum amount at the airport. Whenever exchanging the money, you can ask for a “form 377” in case you plan to exchange leftover Hryvnia back to foreign currency when leaving the country.
Additionally, you can easily get around the city using metro, which is cheap and covers all the main destinations in Kiev. One way ticket regardless of your destination costs only UAH 5. Note that during morning and evening rush hours, metro can be quite crowded. For safety, keep your belongings under your watchful eyes in metro and any other crowded places.
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IF YOU FELL IN LOVE WITH KIEV It’s quite possible that you might fall in love with Kiev once you visit the city! Consequently, you may decide to start a business or buy a property here. No worries, help is on hand! Feel free to get in touch with ContactUkraine - a professional services firm with English- speaking staff and specializing in legal and business support to foreigners interested in investing in Ukraine. You can also visit them online at www.contactukraine.com.
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LOST IN UKRAINE BUSINESS CORNER
IT OUTSOURCING TO UKRAINE A Guide For Foreign Companies
Ukraine’s plethora of highly qualified IT developers, moderate salaries, good English proficiency, and innovative approach to development are drawing increasing attention from foreign companies and investors, who view the country as a leading IT outsourcing destination in Eastern Europe. Ukraine is home to the largest number of IT professionals in Europe and currently employs more than 90,000 IT specialists, including 50,000 software developers. Number of certified IT professionals is growing in Ukraine for 30 % annually with approximately 30,000 IT students, who graduated from Ukrainian universities this year. The presence of R&D and development centers carrying the names of global companies such as Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Oracle, Transferwise, Boeing, eBay, Siemens, IBM, Huawei, and many others is strong evidence of the high quality of IT talent in Ukraine. Moreover, the salary expectations of Ukrainian IT staff are considerably lower than in other European countries. If you’re an entrepreneur or decisionmaker for an international company thinking of opening an IT branch in Ukraine or outsourcing IT work to Ukraine, this article offers a general guide to the most commonly asked questions.
SPECIALIZATION OF UKRAINIAN IT PROFESSIONALS Ukraine ranks fourth worldwide for its number of Certified IT Specialists (after the United States, India and Russia). Ukrainian software engineers are skilled in a variety of technologies, while the most popular programming languages are Java, C#, JavaScript, PHP, and Python. Ukraine ranks (in the world) •1st in the number of Unity3D game developers and C++ engineers •2nd in JavaScript, Scala, and Magento developers •3rd in the number of Node.js, Python, ASP.NET, Ruby, Symfony, and PHP developers •5th in the number of front-end developers There’s no shortage of Android app developers and iOS developers, either.
TALENT GEOGRAPHY Around 86% of all IT talent in Ukraine is concentrated in the top five cities, namely:
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1. Kyiv 2. Kharkiv 3. Lviv 4. Dnipro 5. Odesa The salary expectations of IT specialists vary depending on education, experience, and area of expertise (ranging from $400 to $5,000 per month in general). On average, salaries in Kyiv are 10-15% higher than in other IT hubs of Ukraine (for example, in Lviv and Kharkiv). According to this research, the top universities for IT specialists include Kyiv Mohyla Academy, Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University, Lviv Polytechnic National University, Donetsk National University (now located in Vinnytsya), and Kharkiv National University, among others. The most popular job-search websites in Ukraine for IT professionals are jobs.dou. ua and rabota.ua. Other popular methods of finding suitable IT professionals include LinkedIn, local IT Clusters and communities, regular IT events, and personal recommendations from people in the industry.
TETIANA YAKOVENKO Director of ContactUkraine LLC www.contactukraine.com
STRUCTURING YOUR IT OUTSOURCING OPERATIONS
Option: Hire Freelancers as a Foreign Company
When deciding on how to establish your IT outsourcing operations in Ukraine, you have the following three most common choices: 1. IT outsourcing to a local company in Ukraine (based on a services agreement for contracted IT work) 2. Hiring IT professionals directly on a freelance basis (based on a freelance services agreement with each freelancer) 3. Opening a local IT company and hiring IT staff as a mix of salaried employees and freelancers. Each of these options is described in more detail below to help you choose the option that suits you best.
Under this option, you (as a foreign company) will directly hire IT professionals in Ukraine on a freelancing basis under a freelance services agreement. This is a widely used option for getting IT work done in Ukraine because it offers good benefits to both foreign companies as well as local IT professionals.
Option: Outsource to a Local IT Company In most cases, this option is ideal for short-term projects. You will not need to spend time and effort in hiring and managing your own IT staff and dealing with various regulatory and compliance laws. Your local outsourcing partner IT company will provide you with a ready staff and facilities based on the needs of your project, which will help you get started and be productive from day one.
Although Ukraine has a very large number of such IT outsourcing companies, ranging from small to large, your main challenge is to find the company that best fits the software development maturity and skills required for your project and your budgetary constraints. This is often not an easy task, and you run the risk of hiring the wrong IT outsourcing partner and thus risking the successful outcome of your project.
Specifically: • To work as freelancers, individuals in Ukraine must register as Private Entrepreneurs (PE) in Ukraine (a simple business structure similar to Sole Proprietor in other countries). Interestingly, this structure offers an extremely favourable and simplified income tax rate of 5% to freelancers. This is in stark contrast to a very high tax burden of more than 40% (split between the employee and the employer) when working as a salaried employee. • For foreign companies, this option not only reduces the Ukrainian tax burden for hiring a local IT workforce, it also saves costs associated with incorporating and maintaining a local company, setting up a local office, hiring administrative staff, dealing with Ukrainian employment laws, and so on. Please note that even though registration and ongoing compliance procedures www.kievcheckin.com
OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2017 for private entrepreneurs are simple, as a rule, foreign companies hire a local professional service provider to assist with registration and regular reporting procedures for their freelancers. You will need to send the salary of each freelancer directly from abroad to their special PE bank account (which is different from their regular personal bank account). If your freelance staff is growing, you can save time and money on multiple international bank transfers by using the settlement services of one of the local banks. They will generally charge a commission ranging from 0.5 to 1% for settlement services. This process works as follows: 1. The foreign company becomes a client of the Bank for the purpose of handling local multiple settlements. 2. The Bank opens a special â&#x20AC;&#x153;transit accountâ&#x20AC;? for handling transactions related to such a client. 3. On a monthly basis, the foreign company sends in one installment of funds to the transit account in an amount sufficient to pay the salaries of its local staff, together with a registry containing information on the amount owed to each freelancer and their bank details. 4. Local bank sends money to each freelancer in the amount specified in the registry.
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Option: Establish a local IT company Under this option, you will open a limited liability company in Ukraine as a subsidiary of your parent foreign company, which will then hire IT professionals either as salaried employees based on a labour agreement or based on a freelance agreement (in most cases, there will be a mix of such arrangements). This option can be good for longterm projects in Ukraine, when you are planning to establish an office and hire a large number of IT professionals. As mentioned previously, the IT staff you will hire based on a freelancing agreement will be subjected to approximately 5% tax only. On the other hand, for staff hired as salaried employees, the company should assume roughly 40% tax overhead on top of the salary in-hand to the employee, namely: 1. 18% personal income tax (deducted from gross income of employee); 2. 1.5% military tax (deducted from gross income of employee); 3. 22% payroll tax (paid by employer, i.e. on the top of gross income of each employee). Most companies tend to reduce their costs by arranging staff as a mix of freelancers and full-time staff. However, such a structure requires careful tax and legal planning in order to avoid getting on the wrong side of the law and into trouble with tax authorities. Due to the weak political climate, lack of rule of law and enforcement of Intellectual
Property Rights (IPR) legislation, as well as a still-inefficient court system in Ukraine, in most cases foreign businesses tend to establish R&D centers only for the purpose of creating product, while the parent company retains product ownership and keeps the majority of its profits outside Ukraine. Here is a common practice when setting up an IT company in Ukraine: 1. A foreign parent company opens a local limited liability company in Ukraine (LLC). 2. LLC hires local IT professionals (a mix of freelancers and salaried employees). 3. The foreign parent company signs a services agreement with its local subsidiary (LLC) with monthly payment in amounts sufficient for local expenses. 4. Every month, parent company pays its local subsidiary under the services agreement, which allows the LLC to take care of its expenses, including salaries of the IT staff.
SUMMARY Ukraine is a great place for outsourcing IT work, thanks to the availability of a highly skilled workforce at very moderate salaries. Hopefully, this article has given you a good idea what will be the best way to structure your IT outsourcing operations in Ukraine in your particular situation. We at ContactUkraine offer a wide range of consulting services in the areas of business setup, outsourcing, regulatory compliance, taxation, and related fields. Feel free to contact us if you need assistance.
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Le Cosmopolite High quality beer and european food +38 044 278 7278 peesboy.com/ru/restaurants/ le-cosmopolite/ 47 Volodymyrska St.
FOG AREA Lounge Hookah Bar in Podil district +38 068 3543176 www.facebook.com/fogarea.bar/ 2 Voloska St.
O’Brien’s Pub Irish pub +38 044 279 1584 obriens.kiev.ua 17a, Mykhailivs’ka St. Docker’s ABC Atmospheric Irish pub with concerts of rock bands +38 044 278 1717 abc.docker.com.ua 15/4 KhreschatykZankovetska St. Coyote Ugly Popular bar with crazy parties and dancing on the bar +38 044 363 06 88 www.coyoteuglysaloon.com/kiev 9a, Mechnykova St Shato Robert Doms 24-hours open restaurant-brewery with great location +38 044 279 3704 kiev.shato.com.ua 24 Khreschatyk St. Mozgi Bar & Shop It’s all about food and cocktails +38 050 629 5555 mozgibar.com 2-A Basseynaya St.
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O’Panas Good place to try pancakes while walking in Shevchenko park +38 044 235 2132 www.opanas.com.ua/en/ 10 Tereshchenkivs’ka St. Tsarske Selo Cozy warm atmosphere and live local music +38 044 288 9775 tsarske.kiev.ua 22 Lavrska St. Pervak Delicious Ukrainian dishes at mid-range prices +38 044 235 0952 www.pervak.kiev.ua 2 Rohnidynska St.
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Golden Gate Pub Irish pub with live music on Friday and Saturday evening +38 044 235 5188 www.karta.ua/restoran/restaurants_kiev/golden_gate.html Zotolovoritska St, 15
Italian cuisine
Sunduk pub Great place to meet friends in a cosy atmosphere
VA BENE bistro High-end Italian restaurant near the National
Fellini The world of gourmet Italian dishes +38 067 43 00202 fellini.in.ua 5 Architect Gorodetsky
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Turkish cuisine
TIKE Turkish restaurant in Podil +38 044 482 4819 tike.com.ua/en 31a, Sagaydachnogo St. Turkish House Turkish cuisine right in Khreschatyk +38 044 466 0196 www.turkishhouse.com.ua 24 Khreschatyk St.
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Lebanese & European Cuisine
Mon Cher Lebanese restaurant with great location close to Golden Gates +38 044 235 1596 moncher.in.ua 11 Yaroslaviv Val St.
Mexican Cuisine
La Cantina Tex-Mex Texan and Mexican Restaurant in city center +38 044 278 2214 La-cantina.com.ua 23A Prorizna St.
Fish Restaurant
Fish Market Restaurant Good selection of fish dishes +38 044 278 2265 fishmarket.in.ua 24a, Volodymyrska St. Cafes CAFES Coffee House (network of cafes) Great place to relax, have a meeting or even work a) 7/11, Khreschatyk St. +38 044 279 6573 b) 24, Lesi Ukrainky Blvd +38 044 284 2549 Lviv Handmade Chocolate Cafe Chain of cosy cafes with good coffee & sweets selection +38 044 425 0320 www.chocolate.lviv.ua 2Б Andriivs’kyi descent BaoBab cafe Cosy atmospheric cafe with great selection of coffee just near Sofiivska square +38 096 451 0101 18/2 Volodymyrska St. Kaffa Cafe Two oriental cafes in center to enjoy kaffa.ua a) 3 Shevchenka lane
(near Maidan) +38 044 270 6505 b) 5 Hryhoriya Skovorody St. (Podil) +38 044 425 3845 L`KAFFA CAFE Cafe and restaurant close to Bessarabska square 2 Lesi Ukrainky Blvd +38 044 360 76 21 Lkafa-cafe.com.ua Cafe L`etage Cafe and restaurant with live music +38 067 171 16 16 etage.kiev.ua 16-A, Shota Ruslavelli Dom Bergonie Art Cafe Art cafe near Teatralna metro +38 044 234-22-02 www.dombergonie.com.ua 17 Pushkinska St. Videnski Bulochky Network of Vienna-style cafes in city center www.videnski-bulochky.com.ua a) 14-a, Instytutska St. +38 044 253 3129 b) 14/1, Mechnykova St. +38 044 246 4525 c) 107/47, Saksaganskogo St. +38 044 289 1365 d) 44/42, Shovkovychna St. +38 044 221 2472 e) 1-3/5, Pushkinska St. +38 044 270 53 90
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