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Mirror Stream Fountain
The Mirror Stream Fountain, locally known as Dzerkalna strunya, is the unofficial symbol of Kharkiv and a masterpiece of mid-20th-century architecture. Located in Victory Park opposite the Kharkiv Opera House, it was built in 1947 to celebrate the victory in World War II. The structure features an elegant white pavilion with an arched roof from which water flows in a steady, sheet-like stream into a basin below, creating a reflective 'mirror' effect. At night, the fountain comes alive with a sophisticated colorful lighting system that illuminates both the water and the pavilion. Historically, the site was occupied by St. Nicholas Church, which was demolished by Soviet authorities in 1930 to make way for a trolleybus depot before the park was established. Today, the Mirror Stream is a beloved gathering spot, a prime location for wedding photography, and one of the 'Seven Wonders of Kharkiv.' Its graceful proportions and tranquil setting offer a peaceful retreat in the heart of the busy city.
- Location: Ukraine
- Top sights: Mirror Stream · Fountain The Mirror Stream · Kharkiv Academic Drama Theater named after H. F. Flowers-Osnovyanenko
- Nearby: Zhuravlivka, Kharkiv (5 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -7 | -6 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 16 | 8 | 1 | -4 |
| Rain mm | 48 | 38 | 43 | 38 | 59 | 65 | 67 | 39 | 46 | 48 | 44 | 49 |
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Geography
Facts
- The fountain was completed in 1947 after World War II.
- It was designed by architect V. Korzh in the Soviet Neoclassical style.
- A major reconstruction took place in 2004 for the city's 350th anniversary.
- The fountain features 135 individual spotlights for nighttime illumination.
- It is officially listed as one of the Seven Wonders of Kharkiv.
- The water basin is cleaned and maintained daily during the summer season.
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Sights in the town Mirror Stream Fountain (10)
Kharkiv Municipal Gallery🏛 museum
Art museum in Kharkiv, displaying contemporary and classical art.
Kharkiv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre named after Mykola Lysenko
Opera house in Kharkiv, Ukraine, named after composer Mykola Lysenko.
Virgin Mary
Monument in Kharkiv, a sculpture of the Virgin Mary.
Crucifix
Monument in Kharkiv, a crucifix as a religious memorial.
Alchevsky Oleksiy Kyrylovych
Sculpture in Kharkiv, depicting Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Oleksiy Alchevsky.
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Church building in Kharkiv, Ukraine, a Catholic cathedral.
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