Mezhyhirya

Mezhyhirya was once the heavily guarded private residence of former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych. Spanning 140 hectares along the shores of the Kyiv Reservoir, it has become a symbol of excessive luxury and is now known as the 'Museum of Corruption.' The main residence, called 'Honka,' is one of the largest wooden log houses in the world, featuring gilded interiors and extravagant decor. Beyond its political significance, Mezhyhirya is a world-class landscape park. It houses a private zoo with ostriches and wild boars, an underground shooting range, professional golf courses, and an extensive collection of vintage Soviet and Western cars. The territory is crisscrossed by cycling paths and features artificial waterfalls, terraced gardens, and a floating restaurant shaped like a galleon. Located 25 km north of Kyiv, it is accessible by car, shuttle buses, or even a seasonal hydrofoil boat from the capital. Due to its vast size, renting a bicycle or an electric golf cart at the entrance is highly recommended. It serves as a popular weekend getaway for families and tourists seeking both recreation and a glimpse into recent history.

Nearby cities

Kyiv

The capital of Ukraine is situated on the Dnieper River and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe.

Odesa

This Black Sea port city is famous for its humor, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and diverse architecture.

Mykolaiv

Mykolaiv is located at the mouth of the Southern Bug and serves as the main center for shipbuilding in Ukraine.

Chernihiv

Chernihiv is among the oldest cities in Eastern Europe and was a major power center during the Kyivan Rus era.

Cherkasy

Cherkasy is located on the western shore of the Kremenchuk Reservoir on the Dnieper River.

Kremenchuk

Kremenchuk is a major industrial city on the Dnieper River, famous for its oil refinery and truck manufacturing.

Kropyvnytskyi

Kropyvnytskyi is located in central Ukraine and is named after the famous playwright Marko Kropyvnytskyi.

Bila Tserkva

Bila Tserkva is located south of Kyiv on the Ros River and is famous for its magnificent Oleksandriya Dendropark.

Brovary

Brovary is a major satellite city of Kyiv and a key industrial hub.

Konotop

Konotop is a key railway hub and industrial center in the Sumy region.

Uman

Uman is located in central Ukraine and is globally recognized as a major pilgrimage site for Hasidic Jews.

Oleksandriia

Oleksandriia is an industrial city in the Kirovohrad region, traditionally known for lignite coal mining.

Shostka

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Shostka-Industrial

Shostka is a historic center for gunpowder and explosives production, originating from an imperial factory established in the 18th century.

Nizhyn

Nizhyn is a historic city in the Chernihiv region, famous for its legacy of Greek merchants and its local cucumber varieties.

History & landmarks

Sofiyivka Park

A botanical masterpiece and a token of love, designed after motifs from Greek mythology.

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