Premier Hotels & Resorts - Winter/Spring 2009 - (Page 270) Ukraine POLAND HUNG. BELARUS ROMANIA Kiev 1 UKRAINE Kharkiv RUSSIA With its geographical location between Europe and Asia, Ukraine boasts a unique and dichotomous mix of Eastern and Western traits—the country’s western regions bear a strong European influence, while its eastern regions show a stronger Russian influence. Ukraine has a deep-rooted history of influential literature, music, dance and other fine arts. And while many traditions that originated as far back as the 16th century—historical songs such as the dumy and the playing of the kobza—still play a major role in the country’s culture, pop culture has helped shape a more modern Ukraine. Among Ukraine’s most fascinating and culture- and history-rich destinations is its capital city, Kiev, which is the site of such attractions as The Golden Gate, the Cathedral of St. Vladimir, the Museum of Ukrainian Art, Andreyev Hill, the Opera House and the Historical Museum of Ukraine. Also in Kiev, visitors are sure to discover some of Ukraine’s most authentic cuisine, as well as its most exciting nightlife. Visitors to Ukraine’s cosmopolitan cities often opt to experience their user-friendly public transportation systems, whether bus, taxi or train. www.ukraine.com Donetsk 2 Black Sea 1. Opera Hotel | Kiev 2. Donbass Palace | Donetsk 270 PREMIER HOTELS & RESORTS | Winter/Spring 2009 http://www.ukraine.com
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