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A weekend in Lviv
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Exploring and enjoying the most romantic city in Ukraine

Contents
The Basics
Arriving in Kyiv, customs, visas 5 8 13 22 32 33

Sport & Leisure

Skiing & other winter activities

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Getting around
Car rental Public transport 48 50 51 52 54 55 57 61 62

Culture & Events

Kyiv rich culture celebrations

Shopping
Where to find wide range of goods

Where to stay
A fine selection of places to spend the night

Lifestyle directory
Clinics, Dry cleaners, International schools

Restaurants
Cafs

Business directory
Banks, accountants and lawyers

Nightlife
Kyiv nightlife scene

Adult entertainment Maps & Index

City maps Street register Index

Sightseeing

Essential Kyiv Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra Museums

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Foreword
Much to the Grinchs delight, Christmas celebrations were officially banned during the Soviet era. Much to the Grinchs dissatisfaction, contemporary Ukrainians are making up for lost Christmases by celebrating twice: once on December 24 and officially on January 7. The good old habit of partying on New Years Eve is still alive and well, and if you happen to be in Kyiv, expect plenty of decorated trees, massive firework displays and enough vodka to send Did Moroz (Grandfather Frost, a.k.a Santa Clause) to an early grave. Locals usually spend New Years Eve with family and friends eating massive portions of scrumptious festive dishes, exchanging presents and partying until the sun comes up. Thousands are expected to join the traditional outdoor party on Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square), and with hundreds of business owners already in place protesting the countrys new tax code, celebrations at the capitals main square should be extra special this year. Getting a table at a popular restaurant or club can be tricky - many have been booked for months - but dont get discouraged, these things have a magical way of working their way out. According to local tradition, if you make a wish when the clock strikes twelve and then drink the champagne in your glass to the final drop, your wish will come true. Christmas in Ukraine is officially celebrated on January 7, the date designated by the Ukrainian Orthodox calendar. Festivities begin on Christmas Eve (Sviat Vechir) with Holy Supper (Sviata Vecheria). Family and friends come together to feast on an eye-popping, belly-busting assortment of no less than 12 dishes including the mandatory Kuti - porridge prepared with a special syrup of honey, grated poppy seeds, raisins and walnuts. Enjoy! The In Your Pocket team would like to wish you Z Novym Rokom (Happy New Year) and Z Rizdvom (Merry Christmas)!

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By Bus
All international buses arrive at Kyivs central bus station ( ). The station is still waiting for its European renovations and sits like a hideous centrepiece on Kyivs most unsightly square, Moskovska ploscha. A currency exchange office ( ) is next to the main exit, and just outside is an ATM () that dispenses Ukrainian hryvnia. If you need to stash your bags, a left-luggage office is available (open 06:00 - 11:00, 11:30 - 17:00, 17:30 - 22:00). Getting to town Taxis are always on hand and can take you to the city centre for approximately 50Hr. A newly constructed Demiivska metro station (blue line) is right near the bus station. Just go round McDonalds building, pass a subway and the metro entrance is on your right hand.

station. Telephone calls can be made by paying money at a window on the 2nd floor near the central stations escalators and then proceeding to the appropriate booth. Coin-operated pay telephones are scattered throughout the building, while card-operated ones are mostly outside the central entrance. Getting to town Youre basically in it already, but short taxi rides to Khreschatyk Street () area cost 35Hr and up. The entrance to metro station Vokzalna () is to your left as you exit the central station - look for the green letter M. Khreschatyk is only three stops east on the red line. Various trolleybuses, buses and minivans also depart from the central station. Those with light bags and fresh legs can head down the main road and turn right at Shevchenko Boulevard (. .), which runs into Khreschatyk.

By Plane
Boryspil State International Airport ( i) is where almost all international flights land and depart. The smaller Kyiv Zhulyani Airport ( ) is only 8km from centre and handles mostly domestic travel and WizzAir flights from Europe. Located 34km east of Kyiv, Boryspil is a small but modern facility. Ticketing agents, and passport and customs officials speak some English, so dont worry if you havent yet mastered Ukrainian or Russian. International passengers now arrive and depart at two Terminals - B and constructed in 2010 Terminal F Customs controls have been . greatly relaxed in recent years, but it still makes sense to travel light and pass through the green express line when arriving. If you need to connect to a local flight, a free shuttle bus circulates between terminals F and A/B every 20 min. Feel like stretching your legs? Walk time to Terminal A, located 400 meters straight and to the right from Terminal F is about 15 , min. At Terminal A and B youll find currency exchange offices ( ), information, car rental offices, cafs, public telephones (see Mail & Phones), etc. Getting to town At the exit of the terminals youre sure to be approached by cabbies. The 30-45 minute ride to centre will set you back about 200-250Hr. Buses headed to Kyiv leave from terminal B roughly every 30 minutes. The charge is around 25Hr and the bus will drop you off about an hour later at the Central Train Station or you can take off at the first stop near the Kharkivska metro station (green line).

Taxis
In Ukraine every car is a potential taxi - just hold your arm out on any street if you dont believe us. Metered taxis dont exist, so youll have to haggle over the price with your driver. Foreigners are fighting an uphill battle in getting a fair price, but be sure to settle on the amount before getting in to avoid giving the impression of having bottomless pockets. Ordering a taxi by phone can help you avoid surprises, as prices are usually fixed. Express tel. (+380) 44 239 15 15, www.expresstaxi.ua. Euro Taxi tel. (+380) 44 249 40 40. Etalon tel. (+380) 44 501 55 01/502 54 54, www. etalontaxi.com.ua. Limousine tel. (+380) 44 502 08 08/207 37 37, www.limuzintaxi.com/eng.

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By Train
The refurbished Central Railway Station ( ) has now been joined by a futuristic-looking Southern Railway Station ( ), with the platforms located between the two. A new waiting lounge up the stairs to the left from the central main hall boasts comfy couches for a 5Hr admission fee. Currency exchange ( ) points and ATMs () are in the main halls of each

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Basics
Basic data
Population: Kyiv 2 785 100 Ukraine 45 760 000 Ethnic composition: Ukrainian 70%, Russian 20%, Others 10%. Ethnic composition: Ukrainian 77.8%, Russian 17.3%, Belarusian 0.6%, Moldovan 0.5%, Crimean Tatar 0.5%, Bulgarian 0.4%, Hungarian 0.3%, Romanian 0.3%, Polish 0.3%, Jewish 0.2%, other 1.8%. Territory: 603,700km2. Borders: Belarus 891km, coastline (Black and Azov Seas) 2,782km, Hungary 103km, Moldova 939km, Poland 526km, Romania (south) 169km, Romania (west) 362km, Russia 1,576km, Slovakia 97km. Rivers: Dnipro (1,204km), Dnister, Donets, Bug, Danube. Highest point: Mount Hoverla 2,061m. Local time: All of Ukraine is in the Eastern European Time zone (GMT +2), along with its neighbouring countries Belarus, Romania and Turkey. Thus, when it is 12:00 in Kyiv, it is 13:00 in Moscow, 11:00 in Paris and Warsaw, 10:00 in London and 05:00 in New York.

Kyiv vs. Kiev

No, this isnt a fixture in the Ukrainian football league. These are the Ukrainian and Russian spellings, respectively, of the city to which this guidebook is dedicated. Most Westerners will be more used to the Russian version, but for rather obvious reasons Kyiv is generally preferred in Ukraine. should not be more than one package of the same product. Goods with a total value of less than 200 may be brought in free of customs duties and taxes. If the value of your goods is greater than 200, but less than 1000 they will need to be declared on a customs personal declaration form. If the value of the goods is greater than 1000, the goods will be subject to clearance in accordance with the import declaration requirements for imported cargo. Cultural goods may be brought in if they are not subject to any international alert and you have documents which prove your right of ownership. To take such goods out of Ukraine you will need to obtain relevant authorisation documents from the State Service for Control Over the Passage of Cultural Values Across the National Frontier of Ukraine (T.Shevchenka bulv. 3, tel. (+380) 44 279 53 40/(+380) 44 279 56 47.) All customs declarations, filled out upon arrival to Ukraine, must be kept throughout the period of your stay, and must be handed over upon departure. This declaration can not be renewed if lost.

National holidays 2012

January 1 January 7 March 8 April 15 April 16 May 1-2 May 9 June 3 June 28 August 24 New Year Orthodox Christmas Womens Day Easter Sunday Easter Monday A day off for the workers Victory Day Trinity Constitution Day Independence Day

Communism
Like an aggressive case of athletes foot, communism refuses to go away. While Ukraines youth embraces capitalism and nationalism, many elderly and disillusioned citizens cling to socialism. In June 2009, this political divide made international news as hooligans linked to a Ukrainian nationalist organization savagely vandalised Kyivs sole statue of Vladimir Lenin. Most people, Ukrainians included, think of the Bolshevik Revolution as a Russian revolution - this is inaccurate. Many top revolutionaries (Leon Trotsky, Gregory Zinoviev, V. Volodarsky) were, in fact, from Ukraine. Also, many prominent Soviet leaders had Ukrainian roots. Leonid Brezhnev was born in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Nikita Khrushchev moved from Russia to Donetsk as a teenager, and ascended the ranks of the Communist Party in Donbas and Kyiv. Two monumental atrocities occurred under Stalins rule, and memory of the carnage continues to stoke Ukrainian nationalism. The first tragedy is known as Holodomor (starvation), a famine which took place in 1932-33. It is estimated that as many as 2.6 - 10 million Ukrainians perished. There is evidence showing that the famine was, in part, orchestrated by the Soviet leadership in an attempt to squash Ukrainian nationalism. Whether this act should be classified as genocide is currently being debated around the world. The second tragedy is known as the Great Purge (19361938). Stalin was obsessed with the complete annihilation of political rivals including fellow party members, military commanders, dissidents, artists and anyone else worth being suspicious of. It is estimated that he ordered the execution of as many as 500,000 Soviet people and had millions more sent to gulags (penal labour/death camps). Ukraines share of the victims was disproportionately high.

Alcohol
Ukrainian beer (pyvo) is quite tasty and extremely cheap to boot. Tipsiness may set in early, though, as its alcohol content is higher than Western brands. Those preferring foreign brands can find their favourites at finer shops and establishments. Ukraine also produces a wide selection of horilka (vodka), which flows freely at many parties and gatherings. Beware if offered homemade vodka (samohon). While good samohon can be better than some bootleg labels in shops, the overall odds are against you and your stomach. Whether its Ukrainian vodka or moonshine, be ready to offer a toast at some point. A modest cheers (budmo) will do for a foreigner.

Customs
If you are 18 years of age or over you can import, free of customs duties and taxes, one litre of hard alcohol, two litres of wine, 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco. Personal belongings are not subject to customs duties or taxes, though a customs officer has the right to ask you to make a written declaration in relation to them. (Avoid bringing unessential, valuable, personal items! A colleague of ours was told by a customs officer to declare her wedding band. She declared the value of the ring, and - to make a long story short - she ended up paying a $200 bribe in order to avoid an outrageous duty.) A person can bring in food products free of customs duties and taxes if their total value does not exceed 50. However, food products should not total more than two kilograms, and there

Disabled travellers
Kyiv is not what you would call a disabled-friendly city. High curb drops and steep steps are the rule. The central train station does have lifts for the platforms, but the public transport system lacks even a hint of accessibility. The wheelchair symbol used in this guide means that the establishment in question specifically caters to disabled guests.

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Electricity
Ukraine supplies its residents and visitors alike with electrical current of 220 volts AC, 50Hz. All sockets require two round pins, but not always of the same size. Many thinner Russian sockets are being replaced by their European cousins. Those with Russian sockets can buy a cheap adapter for their European appliances. Adapters for more foreign electrical societies are not easy to find in Kyiv, so bring your own.

Visas
Citizens of the EU, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Vatican, Iceland, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Georgia, Mongolia, the U.S., Canada, Japan and the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) - except Turkmenistan - can enter Ukraine visa-free and stay up to 90 days. Everyone else needs a visa, which must be obtained from a Ukrainian embassy or consulate abroad before travelling. Visas can be processed in as little as one day, with prices varying depending on the type and length of visa requested. Many Ukrainian embassies only handle visa cases on certain days of the week, so call ahead. Travel to Russia is not so simple. All foreign visitors, with the exception of citizens from selected countries of the CIS, must obtain a visa. Upon arrival, you will need to fill in an immigration card. If you are staying more that 72 hours, you will need to register with the local police (hotels are usually willing to aid in this process). Transit visas are also required. For additional information, call (+380) 44 286 45 04. Travel to Belarus is also a bit tricky. Citizens of the EU, Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Croatia can apply for 30-day single and multiple entry business and private visas without an invitation. The rest of us need an invitation, or we can book through a travel agency authorized to issue state travel vouchers. All visitors are required to purchase national medical insurance, and must register their passports with local police within three days of their arrival (hotels are usually willing to aid in this process). Transit visas are also required. For more information, call (+380) 44 537 52 03. Moldova greatly relaxed its visa laws in 2007. Citizens of the EU, Norway, Switzerland, Japan, Israel, Canada and the U.S. can enter Moldova visa-free and stay up to 90 days. For all other visitors, visas can be acquired at a Moldavian consulate or at the Chisinau airport by presenting an application form and photos. All visitors planning to stay more than 90 days need an invitation and visa. For more information, call (+380) 44 280 77 21. Citizens of the EU, Norway, Switzerland, Canada, the U.S., Japan, Australia, Israel and a handful of Latin American countries can enter Romania visa-free and stay up to 90 days. Citizens of countries not on the list can obtain a visa at the Romanian consulate in Kyiv. For more information, call (+380) 44 234 00 40. Poland, Hungary and Slovakia belong to the European Schengen zone. Citizens of Canada, Mexico, the U.S., Israel, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Singapore may enter without a visa; however, the amount of time you are allowed to stay varies from country to country. All others must apply for a visa at the consulate of destination country. For more information call the following embassies: Polish (+380) 44 284 00 40, Hungarian (+380) 44 238 63 81, Slovakian (+380) 44 234 06 06. For a complete listing of embassy locations and phone numbers see kyiv.inyourpocket.com. In many cases, the consular section is responsible for issuing visas and is located apart from the embassy - save yourself time and confusion by calling before you go.

Money
The national currency is the hryvnia (Hr), which replaced the transitional karbovanets on September 2, 1996. Dont be confused if your amount is given in roubles. You havent been transported to Russia or taken back in time to the USSR - some people just have trouble letting go of the past! Paper bills carry denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 50, 100, 200 and 500 hryvnias. Another word to the wise: two versions exist of the 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 hryvnia bills, and both are accepted everywhere. There are 100 kopecks in a hryvnia, with 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50 kopeck and 1Hr coins. Youll have no problem finding currency exchange points, but rates are better from central street kiosks. If its travellers checks you need to cash, look for a big respectable-looking bank. ATMs have become plentiful in Kyiv, and many hotels and restaurants now take Visa and MasterCard - American Express is not very popular. There have been scattered reports of credit card fraud in upscale restaurants, though, so you may want to think twice before charging it.

Safety
They say that Ukrainians can spot a foreigner from a kilometre away. This fact alone will not automatically make you the target of crime. Kyiv is, in fact, a rather safe place. As in most cities, flashing large amounts of cash can cause trouble. Wallets are known to disappear in public transport crowds, so guard your pockets at all times. Being very drunk and/or loud on the street is always a good way to attract unwanted attention, especially from the police. By the way, its a good idea for foreigners to carry at least a copy of their passport with them at all times.

Smoking
Youre never too far away from a lit cigarette in Ukraine, and in some bars and clubs the term second-hand smoke just doesnt seem to matter. Smokers enjoy a ridiculously cheap selection of cigarettes hawked by one of the many babushkas and corner kiosks that are located throughout the city. Just recently Ukraine outlawed smoking in most public places and the workplace, except in specially designated areas. It is the responsibility of each company to provide a designated area for all smoking patrons or personnel. These special places can not exceed 50% of the total allotted area of the business. Since this law is relatively new in Ukraine, not every business has begun to enforce it.

Tipping
Kyiv tipping culture is developing slowly. While no general rule exists yet, most restaurant-goers leave around 10% of their bill. But your waitstaff will expect more from you as a foreigner! Some places include a service charge of five to 10 per cent, so read the fine print or ask.

Market values
How do costs compare to back home? list of local prices to give you an idea. McDonalds Big Mac 15.00Hr Loaf of white bread 2.80Hr Snickers bar 4.00Hr Litre of vodka 50.00Hr Bottle of local beer (0.5 litre) 4.50Hr 20 Marlboros 10.00Hr Public transport ticket 2Hr Dry-cleaning and 25.00Hr pressing one mens shirt 1 litre of petrol (euro 3) 10.30Hr Heres a handy 1.36 0.25 0.36 4.54 0.40 0.90 0.18 2.27 $1.87 $0.35 $0.50 $6.25 $0.56 $1.25 $0.25 $3.125

Exchange rates
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Culture & events

Whats on
Date Event Robert Miles Lumen Notre Dame de Paris Dmytry Khvorostovsky 16 Jayce Lewis 19 Belinda Carlisle 20 Ennio Morricone 23 Michel Legrand January 30 Balkan Brass Battle February Unona and Avos'. 30 3 years anniversary 8-12 Forever Crazy 11 Stars of San Remo Budapest Gypsy 17 Symphony Orchestra 18 Okean Elzy 10 10 13

December

Venue Tickets, Hr A famous founder of Dream House style A famous Russian rock band French modern opera Golden voice of Russia. Classical music in the programme Rock music Magic voice from 80's Music from the old famous films with orchestra Classical orchestra and special guest Balkan music Rock opera French Cabaret Crazy Horse Evening of Italian songs Unique Gipsy Orchestra concert The most famous Ukrainian rock-band with orchestra SR BC PS UP SR UP UP UP CH UP OT UP UP PS 180 - 500 150 - 200 500 - 2000 650 - 2950 120 - 400 200 - 1100 400 - 2750 300 - 1750 350 100 - 1500 300 - 1000 200 - 3490 120 - 1500 160 - 950

Tickets are available for purchasing online at www.karabas.com. Concert Halls (adresses on p. 11): ACP Arena Concert Plaza OP October Palace CH Crystal Hall PS Palace of Sport DP Docker Pub SP StereoPlaza FT Franko Theatre TC Tchaikovsky Conservatory HO House of Officers SR Sullivan Room UP Ukraine Palace NAU National Aviation University

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Art galleries
Atelier Karas C-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 22A, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 238 65 31. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Brucie Collections C-2, Artema 55B, MLukyanivska, QOpen 11:00 - 19:00. Sat 11:00 - 18:00, Sun 12:00 - 18:00. Collection H-3, Pankivska 8, MUniversytet, tel. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon. Gallery 36 C-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 36, MKontraktova
tel. (+380) 44 205 42 64, www.bruciecollections.com.

Exhibitions
until 8 January 2012 PinchukArtCentre presents the first solo exhibition by Brazilian artist Cinthia Marcelle, the Main Prize Winner of the Future Generation Art Prize 2010, outside of Brazil. The show entitled See to Be Seen includes a new large-scale installation and a new specially produced film. The exhibition is located on the 2nd floor of the art centre. PinchukArtCentre A-5, Chervovoarmiiska 1-3, Arena Complex, MLva Totstoho, tel. (+380) 44 590 08 58. QOpen 12:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Free admission.

Exhibition of Cinthia Marcelle

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Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 278 29 85, www.gallery36.org. ua. QOpen 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Gapchinska C-3, Mykhailivska 16, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 44 49. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 18:00. Maysternya B-2, Artema 1-5, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 272 05 47. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Tue. Mystetskiy Kurin A-3, Pyrohova 10G, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 233 58 75. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon. Silver Bells J-3, Sichnevoho Povstannia 18/29, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 254 57 77. QOpen 09:00 - 18:30, Sat 12:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun. Ya Gallery O-6, Voloska 55/57, MTarasa Shevchenka, tel. (+380) 44 537 33 51. Ukrainian contemporary art. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Zeh Gallery M-6, Frunze 69, MTarasa Shevchenka, tel. (+380) 68 118 51 57, www.zeh.com.ua. Contemporary art. QOpen 14:00 - 20:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Concert halls
Arena Concert Plaza (ACP) A-5, Baseina 2A, MLva
Tolstoho, www.arena-kiev.com. nalna, tel. (+380) 67 442 92 67/(+380) 44 288 50 69, www.crystalhall.com.ua.. Docker Pub (DP) Bohatyrska 25, tel.: (+380) 44 537 13 40, MMinska. Brovarskyi prosp. 15, MLivoberezhna. House of Officers (HO) M. Hrushevskoho30/1, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 528 31 86. National Philharmonic (NP) D-4, Volodymyrskyi uzviz 2, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 16 97, www.filarmonia.com.ua. Q Tickets 30-120Hr. National Aviation Univer sity (NAU) D-4, Volodymyrskyi uzviz 2, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 16 97, www.filarmonia.com.ua. October Palace (OP) C-4, Instytutska 1, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 15 82. Palace of Sport (PS) A-5, Sportyvna pl. 1, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 246 72 53 (events department), www.spalace.com.ua. Stereo Plaza (SP) J-5, Kikvidze 17, MDruzhby Narodiv, tel. (+380) 44 222 80 44, www.stereoplaza.com.ua. Sullivan Room (SP)B-4, Prorizna 8, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 66 485 55 55, www.sullivanroom.kiev.ua. Tchaikovsky Conservatory (TC) C-4, Horodetskoho 1, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 07 92. Ukraine Palace (UP) H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 103, MPalats Ukraina, tel. (+380) 44 247 24 76.

Crystal Hall (CH) J-3, Dniprovskyi uzviz 1, MArse-

until 30 January 2012 What if there would no more ar t? Ac cordin g to Ruslan Tarabukin, co-founder of M17 Contemporary Art Centre, NO ART is a kind of reference point for drifting in the world of unknown and emotional. After long road and resting it comes as new way to follow fascinating and intriguing with undiscovered. Its hard to say what is actually better: a trip or a final stop. The idea of NO ART project came to Vitaly Vasilievs mind when the exposition of M17 Contemporary Art Centre was changed, while all walls were free from paintings and gallery halls were empty. This moment is always intoxicating: whats next? What kind of project? M17 H-5, Gorkoho 102-104, M Palats Ukraina, tel. (+380) 44 596 20 30. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Free admission.

No Art Exhibition

International Exhibition Centre on the Left Bank

until 30 January 2012 A new exhibition of Italian photographer is an accurate selection of the most expressive Orazzinis works: marvelous moon landscapes, intriguing big cities, romantic and mysterious waters capes. Stefano Orazzini was born in 1972 and has focused on black and white photography since 2005. In 2010 he was awarded with the The Best New Talent title at the Prix de la Photographie in Paris, where he also received the first prize as best Fine Art Photographer. He boasts several other prizes and awards both in national and international festival and contests such as International Photography Awards (USA, Annual Spider Black and White London, Lucca International Photo Festival and Giuliano Carrara prize. Brucie Collections C-2, Artema 55B, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 205 42 64, www.bruciecollections.com. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00. Sat 11:00 - 18:00, Sun 12:00 - 18:00.

Stefano Orazzini Exhibition

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Opera & Ballet Culture centres
American Library D-2, Voloska 8/5, building 4, #116, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 417 31 13, www.library.ukma.kiev.ua/amer/. English language publications. British Council D-2, I-1, Skovorody 4/12, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 490 56 00, www.britishcouncil. org.ua. QOpen 13:00 - 19:30, Sat 13:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun. French Cultural Centre G-2, O. Honchara 84, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 482 06 72/(+380) 44 482 23 71, www.ifu.com.ua. QOpen 15:00 - 18:00. Tue, Thu 10:00 - 13:00, 15:00 - 18:00; Sat. 10:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun. Goethe Institute D-2, I-1, Voloska 12/4, MKontraktova ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 496 97 85, www.goethe. de/kiew. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30, Tue, Fri 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sat, Sun. Italian Culture Institute B-2, H-2, Yaroslaviv Val 32B, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 270 62 23, fax (+380) 44 279 38 42, www.iickiev.esteri.it. QOpen 09:00 - 13:00, 15:00 - 18:00. Closed Sat, Sun. Kyiv Islamic Social Cultural Centre E-1, Dehtyarivska 25A, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 490 99 00/(+380) 44 490 99 96, office@arraid.org, www.arraid.org. Polish Institute A-3, H-2, B. Khmelnytskoho 29/2, #17, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 288 03 04, www. polinst.kiev.ua. QOpen 09:00 - 17:00. Closed Sat, Sun. Ukraine-Japan Centre F-2, Peremohy prosp. 37, MPolitekhnichnyi Instytut, tel. (+380) 44 406 81 66, www.uajc.com.ua. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00.

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13 P .Tchaikovsky 14 G.Verdi Swan Lake Aida Ballet Opera, in Italian Opera Concert

15 K. Szymanowski Krol Roger 17 Romance Evening

18 8th St. Nikolas Charity ConcertConcert N. Paganini, M. Caprices (Premiere) Ballet 20 Skoryk 22 N. Paganini, M. Caprices (Premiere) Ballet Skoryk 23 G.Puccini 24 G.Verdi 25 V. Bellini 26 P .Tchaikovsky 27 Eteri Lamoris 28 H. Makarenko 29 H. Makarenko 30 G.Bizet 31 P .Tchaikovsky Madama Butterfly Masked Ball Norma The Nutcracker Opera, in Italian Opera, in Italian Opera, in Italian Ballet

Cinemas
Butterfly Bilshovyk E-2, Hetmana 6, Bilshovyk Shopping Mall, MShuliavska, tel. (+380) 44 200 90 10, www.kino-butterfly.com.ua. Tickets 15 - 90Hr. Butterfly Deluxe H-4, Gorkoho 50, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 206 13 20. Q Tickets 15 - 90Hr. Butterfly Petrivka M-4, Moskovskyi prosp. 6, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 536 04 84. Q Tickets 15 -60Hr. Kinopalats C-4, Instytutska 1, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 72 23, www.kinopalace.net. Q Tickets 15 - 90Hr. Kyiv A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 19, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 234 73 81, www.kievkino.com.ua. Q Tickets 20 - 60Hr. Kyivska Rus G-1, Artema 93, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 486 74 74, www.kievrus.com.ua. Ukraines biggest screen, and one of Europes largest, at 26m x 11m. Also a caf, bar and billiards. Q Tickets 12 - 36Hr. Multiplex IMAX O-5, Moskovskyi prosp. 34B, BlockBaster Shopping Mall, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 498 48 32. Q Tickets 20 - 100Hr. Odesa Kino G-2, Peremohy prosp. 3, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 496 15 11, www.kinoodessa.com. Q Tickets 17 - 50Hr. Ukraina C-4, Horodetskoho 5, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 63 01, www.kino-ukraina.com.ua. Q Tickets 15 - 56Hr. Zhovten D-1, Kostiantynivska 26, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 89 09, www.zhovten-kino. kiev.ua. Q Tickets 16-35Hr, sofa for two spectators 60Hr. kyiv.inyourpocket.com

Spain Music Concert Concert 8th New Year Strauss Concert 8th New Year Strauss Concert Opera, in Carmen Italian The Nutcracker Ballet

Taras Shevchenko National Opera of Ukraine

A-4, Volodymyrska 50, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 234 71 65/(+380) 44 279 11 69, www.opera. com.ua. Home of the countrys most famous opera and ballet company. This is a must visit venue for all travellers. Performances are always outstanding and the humble ticket prices (15-80Hr) make this the citys best value in entertainment. All performances start at 19:00.

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traktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 05 27, www. koleso.teatr.kiev.ua. The audience is invited to participate in humorous, folklore-based programmes staged in this caf setting. Q Tickets 20-50Hr. Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre C-5, I.Franka pl. 3, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 59 21, www.franko-theatre.kiev.ua. The repertoire consists of classical, dramatic and musical performances. Performances are in Ukrainian. Q Tickets 15 - 150Hr. Kyiv Academy Doll Theatre D-4, M.Hrushevskoho, 1A, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 04 99, www. academpuppet.kiev.ua. The repertoire includes a wide variety of childrens shows and ticket prices are very reasonable. Kyiv Theatre of Operetta H-3, Chervonoarmiyska 53/3, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 287 62 57, www. kiev-operetta.kiev.ua. Kyiv Young Theatre B-4, Prorizna 17, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 234 62 51. Innovative performance styles based on classical productions, incorporating modern interpretations of historical experience. Lesya Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre B-4, B.Khmelnytskoho 5, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 234 42 23, www.rusdram.com.ua. This tradition-rich Russian venue was established in 1926 and is often referred to as the theatre of the human soul. Q Tickets 7-75Hr.

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Mamajeva Sloboda

Cossacks Settlement Mamajeva Sloboda

Guitar Music
International Festival of Guitar Music Kyiv 2011 December
Solemn Opening of the Festival and Competition 13 Duet of Guitarists - Lorenzo Micheli and Matteo Mela (Italy) 15 Juan Francisco Padilla (Spain) 16 Krzysztof Meisinger (Poland) the 17 Symphony Orchestra of Igor National Philharmonic of Ukraine, conductor Palkin Final Concert of the Festival and Competition Symphony Orchestra of the National Philharmonic Igor Palkin; Andriy 18 of Ukraine, conductor Krzysztof Meisinger (Poland) Ostapenko (Ukraine), Juan Francisco Padilla (Spain), Lorenzo Micheli and Matteo Mela (Italy)

National Philharmonic (NP) D-4, Volodymyrskyi uzviz 2, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 16 97, www.filarmonia.com.ua. Q Concerts start at 19:00..

E-3, Dontsia 2, tel. (+380) 44 361 98 48/(+380) 063 782 78 31 (excursions department), www. mamajeva-sloboda.ua. In the middle of XVII century French engineer and cartographer Guillaume Le Vasseur de Beauplan said Ukraina est Terra Cosacorum (Ukraine is a Land of Cossacs). Almost 400 years after in seven kilometers from the main street of Ukraines capital an open-air museum Mamajeva Sloboda Cossacs Village has been settled. The Cossacks Sloboda with its 98 exhibition objects is located on the 9 hectares and represent replicas of historical settlement depicting Ukrainian nature and lifestyle of the old times. In just few steps from the main gate of the settlement (Tsarina) you feel yourself transferred into the Cossacks epoch of the 17th 18th centuries. Then after visiting the unique Cossacks three-domed wooden church founded in the name of Intercession of the Holy Virgin youll be treated as the most welcome visitor of the estates of a Churchwarden, a Potter, a Blacksmith, a Cossack-dzhura (Cossack armour bearer) and a Fortune-teller. Except just walking around and watching Mamajeva Sloboda offers excursions and folk craft master-classes, horse riding, driving a horse-drawn carriage, firing a salute from Cossacks cannons, arrangement of genuine Ukrainian weddings and banquets according to old traditions and many more. We also can recommend you to taste historical traditional dishes in their shynok (Ukrainian restaurant). QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. Excursions 10:00 - 18:00. Admission 40Hr, 10Hr for children. Excursions in English, German, French, Italian and Chinese are available, but must be arranged in advance. For group under 10 people excursion costs 320Hr, for more than ten - 30Hr per person.

Where to get tickets

Tickets to most major events are available from: Karabas A-5, Metrograd mall (from Novyi Proizd), MLva Tolstoho, tel.(+380) 44 590 55 55, www. karabas.com. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Parter A-5, Horodetskoho 8 (Red Double Bus), MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 287 87 87, www.parter.ua. Web-site available in English.QOpen 12:00 - 20:00.

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December 11 J.S. Bach Chamber Music Evening. National Chamber Ensemble Kyivski solisty. The set of six harpsichord concertos. 13-18 International Festival of Guitar Music. 19 St. Nicolas Day National Music Concert. Performed by national music orchestras. The programme features works by N. Rizol, O. Osadchy, V. Dovzhenko, V. Chernikov, M. Stetsyun and Ukrainian national music. 20 National Choir Pochaina and National Symphonic Orchestra of Ukraine. The programme features works by M. Berezovsky, A. Vedel, M. Verikovsky, A. Karamanov, V. Stepurk. 21 Vocal Music Evening. The ensemble of folk instruments Ridni Naspiv. The programme features works by M. Glinka, P.Tchaikovsky, N. RimskyKorsakov, F. Tosti, C. Bixio, V. Valente, E. Tagliatelli, S. Cardillo, E. Curtis, A. Lari, A. Kos-Anatolsky, P. Maiboroda, O. Bilash. 22 Jazz Classics. Performed by Kyiv Saxophone Quartet. The programme features works by J. Bach, J. Leclair, J. Strauss, D. Brubeck, G. Gershwin, M. Velaskes, G. Miller, D. Ellington. 23 The art of piano play. Performed by Symphonic Orchestra of National Philharmonic. The programme features works by S. Rachmaninoff, N. RimskyKorsakov. 25 Russian National Music Evening. Performed by National Academy Orchestra of Folk Instruments of Russia named after M. Osipov. The programme features works by A. Borodin, P.Tchaikovsky, G. Sviridov, V. Andreev, V.Horodovsky, A. Tsygankov. 27 New Years Straussiana. Performed by National Brass Band of Ukraine. The programme features works by Johann Strauss, Sr., Johann Strauss, Jr., Josef Strauss. 28 Chamber Music Evening. Kyiv Chamber Orchestra. The programme features works by A. Corelli, A. Vivaldi, V. A. Mozart, J. Haydn. January 3 Concert Oi kolyada, kolyadnytsya..! Performed by National Bandura Chapel of Ukraine. The programme features carols, Ukrainian national music, Ukrainian and foreign classical music. 4 Astor Piazzolla The T ango of Freedom. Performed by string quartet Caprice-Classic. 5 Jazz Themes with Improvisation. Authors concert by Neonila Lagodyuk (piano). With accompaniment by Kyiv Saxophone Quartet and Piano Duet Tet-aTet. 7 5th International Festival Music Meetings. Christmas Choir Concert. The programme features carols. 8 Christmas in Kyiv. Performed by Children Choir. Conductor Konstanzia Fortunato (USA). The programme features works by J. S. Bach, G. F. Handel and Ukrainian carols. 9 Christmas Concert. Performed by Folk Ensemble Bozhychi. The programme features traditional carols, national songs. 10 Concert And my song is floating to you Performed by Ruslana Shyshkina (mezzo-soprano). The programme features works by P. Maiboroda, M. Skoryk, O.Bilash, I. Poklad, B. Buyevsky, K. Myaskov, T. Albinoni, J. Kern, K. Velaskes. 12 Magic Guitar. Performed by Pavlo Kuhta (Belarus). The programme features works by F. Tarrega, A. Barrios, H. Rodrigo, A. Ginastera, A. Piazolla, S. Assad, V. Zakharov, J. K. Mertz, K. Reinhard, A. Jobim. Dixit Dominus. The programme features works by J. S. Bach, G. F. Handel, H. Pursell. Now We Have Christmas. Performed by Municipal Academy Male chapel named by L. Revutsky. The programme features carols and national Christmas songs. Kyiv Chamber Orchestra. The programme features works by J. S. Bach, A. Mozart, A. Prt, B. Britten. To Commemorate the Master Yevgen Dushchenko. Performed by Philharmonic Academy Symphonic Orchestra. The programme features works by F. Liszt, P. Tchaikovsky, A. Dvorak, J. Verdi, M. Lysenko. Musical and His Music Relatives. The programme features works by L. Bernstein, M. Wilson, A. L. Webber, R. Rogers. Concert by R. Schumann and A. Bruckner. National Academy Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine. Soloist A. Kashchenko (piano). The programme features works by R. Schumann and A. Bruckner. Old Russian Love Songs. Ensemble of National Instruments Ridni Naspivy. The programme features works by O. Varlamov, B. Fomin, M.Perrote, V. Borysov, S. Donaurov, M. Shyryaev, P. Bulakhov, O. Dyubyuk, M. Steinberg, N. Kharito, A. Spiro, O.Obukhov. Operetta Evening. Performed by Philharmonic Academy Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine. Conductor M. Dyadyura. The Art of Piano Play. The programme features works by L. Beethoven, J. Brahms, F. Chopin, F. Liszt. Christmas Concert. Chamber Choir Kyiv. The programme features works by V. Stepurko and Ukrainian Christmas songs. T abula Rasa. National Chamber Ensemble Kyiv Soloists. The programme features works by A. Prt, V. Polyova, H. Villa-Lobos, B. Silvestrov. Symphonic Music Concert. National Academic Symphonic Orchestra of Ukraine. The programme features works by D. Popper, F. Schubert, C. Saint-Sans, H. Berlioz. Anniversary Concert. The programme features works by G. Rossini, G. Donizetti, G. Verdi, J. Bizet, C. Saint-Sans. Russian Symphonic Music Evening. Performed by Philharmonic Academic Symphonic Orchestra of Ukraine. The programme features works by V. Kalinnikov and S. Rachmaninoff. Christmas. Performed by the Choir of boys and young men, Municipal Academy Male Chapel and Children choir Vohnyk. Christmas Concert. Performed by Male Choir Optyna Pustyn (Russia). The programme features kontakions, masterpieces of composers of 1920th centuries and national songs.

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uzviz 2, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 16 97, www.filarmonia.com.ua. Q Tickets 30-120Hr.

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Cream of the Crop
Hyatt Regency Kyiv C-3, A.Tarasovoi 5A, MMaidan
Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 581 12 34, fax (+380) 44 581 12 35, www.kyiv.regency.hyatt.com. Hyatt Regency Kyiv is centrally located in the historical centre on Sofiivska Square. The hotel is the ideal address for business and leisure travellers alike. With high-tech communications and ergonomic working areas, 234 spacious deluxe rooms and 25 suites provide the perfect setting for the discerning global business traveller. Luxurious bathrooms with underfloor heating, deep-soaking baths and exceptional rain showers create a unique in-room experience. State-of-the-art meeting and banquet facilities with 1,000 square meters of function space accommodate all needs, from small meetings to large-scale events. Luxurious Spa Natural with its advanced treatments to rejuvenate body and soul, a sophisticated gym with the latest equipment, a 25-meter swimming pool, unique restaurants and bars and the exclusive Regency Club make Hyatt Regency Kyiv a true paradise in the world of hospitality. Q234 rooms (standard 328 - 585, deluxe 353 - 610, club 378 - 635, regency suite 660 - 835). PTJHAR6UFLGKDCW hhhhh

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U Facilities for the disabled W Wi-Fi internet access

Intercontinental C-3, Velyka Zhytomyrska 2A, MMaid-

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an Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 219 19 19, www.intercontinental.com/kiev. Intercontinental has been setting the bar in the hotel industry for decades, and its expansion into the Kyiv market represents a much needed infusion of competition in the cream of the crop end of the accommodation spectrum. Its location near Mykhailivska ploscha (square) offers tourists and business travellers access to the best Kyiv has to offer. Rooms range from stylish to elegant and come equipped with all imaginable amenities. Notable hotel facilities and services include a fitness centre, swimming pool, spa, business centre and travel services. Conference facilities can accommodate a whopping 800 participants, and the stunning ball room seats 400. The available dining and entertainment options are hard to top. Relax with coffee and dessert in the Lobby Lounge or pop into the Lobby Bar for a cigar and cocktails. Located on the 11th floor, the b-Hush Rooftop Caviar Bar is open for dinner and offers an impressive selection of exclusive dishes and an unforgettable view of the city centre. Brimming with tasty Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, Olivera is your laidback dining option,

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Accomodation in Kyiv
As with all emerging Eastern European countries, the quality and service on offer in Ukraines hotels and apartments can vary to the greatest degree, and Kyiv is only now beginning to showcase its traditions of fine service. Although there is still a shortage of upscale accommodation in the city centre, many smaller and less prestigious hotels and apartments are beginning to appear. Private companies offering newly renovated apartments can meet the needs of almost any clientele, and renting an apartment on a nightly basis is a sensible alternative to a hotel. Its considerably cheaper, and the advantages of privacy, a kitchen and more space in general are real. Hotels remain most peoples first choice however, and new places are being constructed all over the city. Like Kyiv In Your Pocket, the city is growing... Prices include breakfast and VAT (20%), unless otherwise stated. and Comme Il Faut is an elegant French restaurant offering the finest in Parisian inspired cuisine. Q273 rooms (classic 307 - 435, deluxe 330 - 465, club deluxe 382 - 535, club executive 405 - 565, ambassador suite 682 - 910). hhhhh fax (+380) 44 581 70 70, reservations@opera-hotel.com, www.opera-hotel.com. The Opera Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel which offers something unique for its guests. Staying in the Opera Hotel, you will not only enjoy the exquisite interior design, feast on fabulous food and enjoy a glass of exquisite wine near a fireplace, but you will also feel right at home, although home may be oceans away. The Opera Hotel is located just 15 minutes from downtown Kyiv and Khreschatyk Street allowing one to be in touch with Kyivs business and social life, but away from the busy downtown area. Business club, lobby lounge, conference rooms and spa and fitness club are all a part of the luxury facilities offered to guests. Q136 rooms (standards 5250 - 5540Hr, superiors 6350 - 6640Hr, suites 10300 - 10590Hr). POARUFLGKD hhhhh Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 503 92 92/(+380) 44 503 92 03, fax (+380) 44 503 92 20, reservation@podolplazahotel. com.ua, www.podolplazahotel.com.ua/en. This four-star boutique hotel creates a distinctive charm of elegance and antique style in the historical centre of Kyiv. Located just a few steps from the citys best museums and most spectacular Orthodox cathedrals, it has all the advantages of a larger establishment, yet exudes the warmth, intimacy and attention to detail that only a privately-owned hotel can. The hotels Gallery Restaurant combines traditional cuisine with new flavours and is equally appropriate for both business lunches and dinners. The bar is a perfect place to numb your senses after a hectic day. Q57 rooms (singles 1650 - 2000Hr, doubles 1900 - 2400Hr, twin 1900 - 2200Hr, suites 2800 - 3300Hr, apartments 5500Hr). PHALK hhhh tel. (+380) 44 492 22 00, fax (+380) 44 492 22 10, reservations.kiev@radissonblu.com, www.radissonblu. com.ua/hotel-kiev. Radisson hotels worldwide have a reputation for excellence and Kyivs is no exception. The Radisson SAS Kyiv offers its guests wireless access to the Internet around the clock, and for the technologically challenged the IT-savvy concierge is a classy touch. The spacious rooms, furnished in three different styles, include plenty of satellite TV channels, in-house movies, coffee/teamaker, a trouser press, safe and hairdryer. Business class rooms and suites are more spacious and include a few extra perks like buffet breakfast and daily newspapers. The hotel is well geared-up for events, with its state-of-the art conference facilities available for meetings or banquets. Q255 rooms (183 standards 200 - 292, 49 business class 242 - 334, 22 suites 375 - 517, 1 presidental 917). Breakfast is not included in the price of a standard room. PTJHARUFLG KDW hhhh

Radisson BLU B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 22, MZoloti Vorota,

Riviera on Podol D-3, Sahaidachnoho 15, MPoshtova

Opera A-3, B.Khmelnytskoho 53, MUniversytet, tel./

ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 581 28 28, fax (+380) 44 581 28 68, info@rivierahotel.com.ua, www.rivierahotel.com.ua. Riviera hotel is located in the historical part of Kyiv - in Podil. Such a suitable location makes it easy to reach main business and sightseeing areas of the city such as Andriivskyi uzviz, Mykhailivska and Sofiivska Squares and Khreschatyk street. Through the windows of your room you can enjoy the view of the Dnipro River and historical Podil. Each room includes controlled air-conditioning. Home-like cosiness, high-quality service and an individual approach to each guest makes Riviera Hotel attractive to business travellers and tourists alike. Q79 rooms (standard 220 - 240, junior suite 290, suite 350, apartment 420). PHARUFGKD hhhh

Podol Plaza D-2, Kostiantynivska 7A, MKontraktova

Premier Palace A-5, T.Shevchenka bulv./Pushkinska 5-7/29, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 244 12 01/ (+380) 44 244 12 11, fax (+380) 44 279 87 72, info@ premier-palace.com, www.premier-palace.com. Kyivs first five-star hotel lives up to its name and more. Each room has a fully-interactive TV and internet system, along with a telephone and SOS alarm in the bathroom. The fabulous fitness centre with a gorgeous pool is opened to guests from 07:00 to 23:00. Q289 rooms (142 Classic Rooms 310 375, 115 Premier Rooms 400 - 450, 29 Suite 475 - 575, 3 Apartment 1000 - 3200). POHARUFLGK DCW hhhhh Kyiv In Your Pocket

Vozdvyzhenskyi Boutique Hotel C-2, Vozdvyzhenska 60, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 531 99 00, fax (+380) 44 462 58 43, reservation@vy.kiev.ua, www. vozdvyzhensky.com. This is one of the most elegant and conceptual places in the capital - an ideal choice for business travel and elite relaxation. The hotels unique location, in the heart of a protected architectural monument of ancient Kyiv, adds a special aura. The hotels smart faade faces Andriivskyi uzviz and the Terrace Restaurant is secluded by the surrounding green hills that provide a breathtaking panoramic view. The pleasant staff and interior create a pleasant homelike atmosphere. Rooms are decorated in different styles from chic and modern to sophisticated and elegant. The windows open up on a cosy internal courtyard or on the picturesque Andriivskyi uzviz. All 24 rooms, including the two deluxe suites and the two exclusive suites, come with Jacuzzi, Club and Boudoir, air-conditioning, mini bar, satellite TV and Internet access. The conference hall accommodates up to 100. There is a smaller hall for private meetings. Other perks include a summer terrace with a splendid view of the surrounding green hills and Podil, parking, banqueting, rewards programme, tailor-made service for every client and a special offer for those just married. Q25 rooms (9 singles 93 - 113, 12 doubles 121 - 125, 2 suites 205 - 210, 2 exclusive 195 - 225). PHARLBKW hhhh

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Bakkara Art-hotel K-3, Venetian Island 1 (near the Metro Bridge), MHydropark, tel. (+380) 44 537 73 37, www.bakkara-hotel.com.ua. Kyivs riverfront has boomed in recent years and the Bakkara Art-hotel is definitely a fine addition to what is becoming one of the citys hotspots. The hotel offers charm and class with prices that make sense. The rooms are fashionably decorated and comfortable. Room amenities include air conditioning, electronic security system, TV, free Wi-Fi, personal safe, hairdryer, mini-bar, telephone with direct international access and striking views of the Dnipro River and Kyiv hills. The hotel was the brainchild of the Kozynaya Karta restaurant chain, so expect top notch service and fare at the restaurant. The complimentary buffet breakfast is a crowd pleaser and the chefs special seafood salads and baked veal come highly recommended. The conference room can accommodate up to 80, can be divided into two smaller rooms and comes fully equipped. Q200 rooms (Standard 750Hr, Classic 850 - 950Hr, Deluxe 1400 - 1500Hr, Luxe 2500 - 2800Hr). PHALKW Cosmopolite E-2, Vadyma Hetmana 6, build. A, , MShuliavska, tel. (+380) 44 205 35 20, fax (+380) 44 205 35 21, info@cosmopolite-kiev.com, www. cosmopolite-kiev.com. The new business hotel is built in Constructivism style, which suites to the surrounding area and Bilshovyk Shopping Mall nearby. But except of bright avant-garde faade, the hotel has truly impressive interior. Each of the hotels five floors is designed in a style dedicated to one of the prominent artists of Constructivism and holds a small museum room of each painter. The hotels location isnt central, however staying there youll be within easy access to all major business and leisure facilities, with a 10 minutes Kyiv In Your Pocket
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ride by Pobedy prosp. to Khreschatyk. Each room is equipped with working area, safe, mini-bar, coffee and tea. For business visitors there is a business centre and business areas on each floor. The hotels restaurant offers German cuisine. Q 160 rooms (80 singles 99, 63 doubles 99, 7 delux 139, 10 suites 179). PHAUFLGKW

Dnipro C-4, Khreschatyk 1/2, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 09 89, fax (+380) 44 254 67 65, reservation@dniprohotel.ua, www.dniprohotel.ua/en. One of the best four star hotels in Ukraine. This 12-storey hotel was built in 1964 in the centre of the business, political and cultural heart of the city. The majority of the rooms are recently renovated; some of the rooms have a spectacular view of the Dnipro river. All rooms have air-conditioning, internet, satellite TV and individually controlled central heating. Q186 rooms (87 singles 70 - 98, 51 doubles 118 - 162, 7 junior suites 168 - 222, 41 suites 198 - 238). PO HARFLGKDCW hhhh
tel. (+380) 44 462 51 20, fax (+380) 44 462 51 45, manager@domus-hotel.kiev.ua, www.domus-hotel.kiev. ua. The private management at this medium-sized Podil establishment does a very good job fulfilling their claim to be Kyivs only business-class hotel. All of its rooms have special orthopaedic mattresses and allergic-proof bed accessories for the fussy businessperson. Modern dcor and stylishly subtle lighting add to the sophisticated atmosphere, and the big comfy beds dont hurt either. Q31 rooms (singles 1100 - 1200Hr, doubles 1400Hr, suites 1700Hr, suite superior 1950Hr, unit 3000Hr). PHAKW

Domus D-1, Yaroslavska 19, MKontraktova Ploscha,

ibis Kiev Shevchenko Boulevard G-2, T. Shevchenka

bulv. 25, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 591 22 22, fax (+380) 44 591 22 33, h7143@accor.com, www.

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ibishotel.com. This beautiful new hotel is one of the best we have seen come along in awhile. The dcor is a unique quasi art-deco-modern design; simple, yet elegant. A decently priced restaurant is open from 12:00-23:00 and there is a 24 hour bar. All rooms are fully equipped and range from 680Hr for a double to 2500Hr for a suite with a conference area, bar, and king sized bedroom. The staff is very helpful and English speaking. Breakfast 90Hr. Q212 rooms (113 doubles 680 - 800Hr, 72 Twin 680 - 800Hr, 1 Suite 2500Hr, 5 Disable 680 - 800Hr, 21 Family Room 1020 - 1200Hr). PA6UGK hhh

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Impressa D-3, Sahaidachnoho 21, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 239 29 39, fax (+380) 44 463 79 02, reception@impressa.com.ua, www.impressa.com.ua. We readily agree with Impressas claim to be the citys best small luxury hotel, with each of the rooms attentively and delightfully decorated in different soft colours. The fresh fruit and complimentary bathrobe and slippers are especially nice touches, as well as minibar and 36-channel satellite TV. All rooms are 160 on the weekend. Q18 rooms (standards 100 - 175, superior 115 - 210, suite 145 - 230, apartment 200 - 270). PARULGK hhhh Lybid G-2, Peremohy pl. 1, MVokzalna, tel. (+380)
44 236 60 23/(+380) 44 236 95 72, fax (+380) 44 236 63 36, reception@hotellybid.com.ua, www.hotellybid.com.ua. Named after the legendary sister of Kyivs founders, the Lybid is situated in the business heart of Kyiv. All rooms are bright and have pleasant wooden furniture plus air-conditioning, satellite TV, refrigerator and hairdryer. Guests in singles can stretch out and relax on a king-size bed. There are a lot of restaurants and stores in the area, as well as the circus and Ukraina shopping mall. The central train station and the downtown area are within easy reach by public transport. Q273 rooms (159 singles 676 - 870Hr, 82 doubles 836 - 994Hr, 3 junior suite 880 - 1266Hr, 27 suite 1171 - 1654Hr, 1 business suite 1633 - 2142Hr, 1 exclusive suite 1894 - 2468Hr). PTHARULGKW hhh

President Hotel A-6, Hospytalna 12, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 256 32 56/(+380) 44 256 38 56, fax (+380) 44 256 32 53, reserv@president-hotel.com. ua, www.president-hotel.com.ua. The Presidents surroundings are surprisingly tranquil considering its proximity to centre. The hotel has 372 bedrooms of varying comfort and size (singles, doubles, suites and apartments), a business centre, restaurant, bar, health and beauty complex, underground parking, airport transfers and even a chauffeur. This is a popular venue for all sorts of events, and its conference suite has rooms holding as few as 10 or as many as 450 people. Q322 rooms (suites 340 - 380, apartments 600 - 700, economy 90 - 110, standards 115 - 135, standards superior 230 - 260, junior suites 240 - 270, junior suites superior 280 - 320, disabled 280 - 320). POHARFLGKDCW hhhh Rus A-6, Hospytalna 4, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 256 40 00/(+380) 44 256 40 20, fax (+380) 44 256 40 05, reservation@hotelrus.kiev.ua, www.hotelrus.kiev. ua. For football fans who are allergic to crowds, the rooms on the upper floors of the Rus are perfect, offering superb views of Olympic Stadium. The prices, which vary depending on the number of guests in a room, arent cheap, and both singles and doubles are a bit small. They are smart and well furnished however, and the hotel boasts no fewer than seven restaurants. There is also a business centre and three conference halls are at your disposal. Prices are cheaper at the weekends, and there are discounts for long stays. Q450 rooms (singles 870 - 1110Hr, doubles 990 - 1230Hr, business-class rooms 1220 - 1340Hr, suites 1550 - 1850Hr, superior suite 2000 - 2200Hr). PHARLGKW hhh kyiv.inyourpocket.com Winter 2011 - 2012

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Visak O-2, Obolonska Naberezhna 17, MObolon, tel./

fax (+380) 44 581 73 60, info@visak-hotel.com.ua, www. visak-hotel.com.ua. Located on a hushed pedestrian riverwalkway in the Obolon district, this is a fine choice for business conferences or for travellers looking to avoid those bustling distractions in centre. Rooms are modern, elegant and come equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, safe and Internet connection. Conference-goers will be impressed by the two modern conference rooms. The hotels restaurant (open 11:00 - 23:00) has an elegant atmosphere and the menu is highlighted by a tantalizing fish plate and intriguing veal and pork dishes. A private dining room is available for up to 15 and the summer terrace has pleasant views of the Dnipro and adjacent park. The spa is quite impressive and offers a beauty salon, solarium, message room, gym and three variations of sauna (Turkish, Finish and aroma). Q singles 900 - 1100Hr, doubles 950 - 1050Hr, suites 1100 - 1200Hr. PHARFLGKDC

a multilingual front desk staff, housekeeping services, 24/7 security, doorman and free on-site parking. The other building of Senator Apartments is at G-2, Dmytrivska 62/20, tel. (+380) 44 220 05 55. Q Apartments available for rent: 1 room - 115-130, 2 rooms from 235-250, 4 rooms from 470-500. Long-term and corporate rates are negotiable.27 rooms (apartments 130 - 225). PTHARL

Senator Apar tments Executive Cour t G-2, Dmytrivska 62/20, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 220 05 55, fax (+380) 44 220 03 33, executivecourt@ senator-apartments.com, www.senator-apartments. com. Located in a newly constructed building in a quiet neighborhood on the edge of downtown, the Executive Court property includes all the great amenities as the City Center location. The advantage of this locale is its close proximately to supermarkets and the Ukraina shopping mall. Long-term and corporate rates are negotiable. Q (apartments 165 - 205L). Sherborne Guest House J-3, Sichnevyi provulok 9, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 490 96 93, fax (+380) 44 490 96 99, reservation@sherbornehotel.com.ua, www. sherbornehotel.com.ua. Sherborne Guest House located in one of the citys best-loved neighbourhoods, Pechersk, near historical Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra with dozens of museums and art galleries provides a range of private fully serviced apartments. Hotels Amenities include round-the-clock reception, business services, private laundry and secured parking. Apartments feature spacious bedroom with king-size bed, marble-tiled bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens. All apartments are air-conditioned and are provided with sky/cable TV, security safe and broadband internet access. Q16 rooms (one-room 125US$, two-room 145 - 165US$, three-room 210US$, two-room superior 280US$). PTARLW

Apartment hotels
Khreschatyk Guest House B-5, Khreschatyk 29/1,
MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 253 31 30/(+380) 67 508 66 86/(+380) 44 332 23 75/(+380) 44 235 60 50, booking@kievhotel-service.kiev.ua, www.kiev-hotel. at.ua. Khreschatyk Guest House offers its guests spacious comfortable accommodation which is appropriate and accessible for both long-term and one-night stays. Apartments are fully equipped and furnished, with kitchen and bathroom, ranging in size from one to three rooms. Reception service available 24/7, making you feel at home during your stay. Q one-room 70 - 90US$, two-room 95 - 110US$, three room 135 - 160US$, four room 200US$). PARW

Greguar Apartments H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 67/7, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 498 97 90/(+380) 44 498 97 91, fax (+380) 44 498 9791, info@greguar.com.ua, www.greguar.com.ua. Recently opened in the Centre built to International standards, 45 executive apartments with kitchens. Many professional services available to cater to the business traveler. A real French patisserie on the premises. Q45 rooms (15 singles 110US$, 24 doubles 140US$, 3 junior suite 180US$, 3 suite 200 - 220US$). From $110 per night single, $140 double. Senator Apartments City Center A-3, Pyrohova 6,
MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 200 77 55, fax (+380) 44 200 77 33, office@senator-apartments.com.ua, www. senator-apartments.com.ua. This serviced apartment complex occupies a newly renovated historical building in centre. It includes 27 fully furnished luxury apartments of 1-4 rooms. All apartments are designed by a well-known international architect and equipped with everything required for a long stay. Modern kitchen, washer/dryer, high-speed Internet access, satellite TV, spa baths and 42 plasma TVs are available. The comfort of your stay is supported by

Out of town
Centre, tel. (+380) 44 200 13 34, fax (+380) 44 200 13 35, info@landhaus.com.ua, www.landhaus.com. ua/eng. This hotel is a good example of harmony of both modern conveniences and service. It provides everything for the demanding client - comfortable German furniture, air-conditioning, personal safe, satellite TV, Internet access and mini-bars. Room charge includes breakfast, fitness-centre services and parking. Guests also have an outstanding possibility to visit the trade and entertainment centre Terminal, which features a supermarket, fitness centre and swimming pool, ice rink, conference and concert halls, indoor karting, four cinemas, 24 bowling lanes, laser game hall, aquapark, billiards and restaurants. Q39 rooms (28 standards 600 - 750Hr, 6 junior suites 800 - 950Hr, 5 suites 1150Hr). POTHAFLGKDC hhh

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versytet, tel. (+380) 44 503 30 89, fax (+380) 44 503 30 47, hotel@expresskiev.com, www.expresskiev.com. Walking distance from the central railway station (hence the name - you can even buy train tickets in the hotel), this 16 floor hotel is situated near Peremohy Square, and its best feature is the superb Panoramic restaurant on the top floor is perfect for breakfast. There is an internet caf, a gym, and a billiard room. The rooms are decent-sized and reasonable value. Q143 rooms (85 singles 540 - 820Hr, 45 doubles 630 - 990Hr, 11 junior suite 1310 - 1520Hr, 2 suite 1730 2000Hr). PHARUFLGKW hhh

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Airport Hotels
Hotel Airport Frenkelia 3, Boryspil, tel. (+380) 44 281 73 76, www.airport-borispol.kiev.ua/eng. Located in a quiet district of Boryspil, nine kilometers from the airport, 18 km from Kyiv proper and 34 km from the central railway station. Airport offers good valued suites equipped with all you need: TV, refrigerator, kettle and air-conditioning. The special bus to the airport stops close by. Q36 rooms (16 singles 300 - 450Hr, 17 doubles 420 - 630Hr, 2 suites 600 - 900Hr, 1 apartments 1080 - 1620Hr). PHA hh Hotel Boryspil tel. (+380) 44 281 71 05, www.
airport-boryspil.kiev.ua/eng. Close to Boryspils B Terminal, this is the closest you can get to the airport without actually sleeping in it. Rooms are well-sized, and come equipped with telephone and satellite TV. There is a room for guests with special needs on the ground floor. Q134 rooms (44 singles 260 - 390Hr, 49 doubles 420 - 630Hr, 1 apartments 800 - 1275Hr, 28 suites 470 - 780Hr, 12 family suites 470 - 900Hr). PTAUK hhh

Khreschatik C-4, Khreschatyk 14, MMaidan Nezalezh-

nosti, tel. (+380) 44 596 80 00, fax (+380) 44 596 80 01, info@khreschatik.kiev.ua, www.khreschatik.kiev. ua/en. Each room at this cracking place is equipped with telephone, satellite TV, refrigerator and air-conditioning. Given the location, in the heart of the business district, the tranquillity of the place is remarkable. The Khreschatik boasts two conference rooms, a business centre, a currency-exchange desk, guarded parking and Wi-Fi Internet can be accessed in the lobby. Weekend rates are a great value. Q 130 rooms (singles 765 - 850Hr, doubles 882 - 980Hr, suites 1125 - 1250Hr, doubles superior 1575 - 1750Hr, junior suites superior 1710 - 1900Hr, Double De Luxe 1980 - 2200Hr). PHALW hhh

Kozatskiy C-4, Mykhailivska 1/3, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 49 25/(+380) 44 279 49 14, fax (+380) 44 279 27 09, reservation@kozatskiy.kiev. ua, www.kozatskiy.kiev.ua. Kozatskyi is located in the heart of the Ukrainian capital on Independence Square - the cultural and trade centre of Kyiv. An ideal location for both business and tourism, access to the citys extended transportation network, proximity to world renowned sites and reasonable prices give this venue a remarkable competitive advantage. Q130 rooms (57 singles 740Hr, 34 doubles 850 - 990Hr, 29 junior suites 1380 - 1490Hr, 10 suites 1590 - 1700Hr, extra bed in suites 225Hr). HAK hh Salyut (Salute) J-3, Ivana Mazepy 11B, MArsenalna,
tel. (+380) 44 494 14 20, fax (+380) 44 280 61 30, hotel@salute.kiev.ua, www.salutehotel.kiev.ua. This circular structure looks as if its about to leave its pod above the Dnipro River and spin off into space. Great views of the golden cupolas of Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra are afforded from Salyuts elegant rooms, which contain satellite TV, refrigerator and hairdryer. All rooms have double beds, so couples and very close friends should have no space problems - which is more than we can say for the building! Q90 rooms (10 singles 700 - 1050Hr, 49 standard 1050Hr, 21 junior sweet 1250Hr, 10 suite 1500 - 1800Hr). POHALK hhh

Slavutych Entuziastiv 1, MLivoberezhna, tel. (+380) 44 561 11 11/(+380) 44 561 11 12, fax (+380) 44 561 11 70, www.hotel-slavutich.com. If you want to stay on what is sometimes known as Venetian Kyiv (in fact the man-made Rusanivskyi Island) then head to the Slavutych. The hotels faade is not, it has to be said, in great shape, although the views from inside are wonderful. The cheaper rooms are rather austere and more depressing than the brightly-coloured refurbished rooms and suites, eight of which come with air-conditioning. Laundry and dry cleaning are available. In addition there is a beauty shop, newspaper kiosk and souvenir stands. Breakfast is not included (65Hr). Q 400 rooms (218 singles 329 - 459Hr, 158 doubles 429 - 845Hr, 18 junior suites 999Hr, 6 suites 1100Hr). OHAKC hhh
44 568 40 17, fax (+380) 44 517 82 53, reservation@ hotel-tourist.kiev.ua, hotel-tourist.kiev.ua. A whole army of tourists could fit into this state-run hotel, which rises up 27 storeys for a wonderful view back across the Dnipro River of Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra and the Motherland statue. Tourist has various standards of rooms, some of which have air-conditioning. The suites are spacious and contain two TVs, a hot pot and tea cups, while the entire 10th floor is no-smoking. Breakfast included. Q377 rooms (singles 498 - 540Hr, doubles 564 - 786Hr, junior suite 1020 - 1104Hr). POHAFLKD hhh

Tourist Raisy Okipnoi 2, MLivoberezhna, tel. (+380)

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Ukraine C-4, Instytutska 4, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 278 66 75/(+380) 44 279 03 47, fax (+380) 44 279 13 53, reservation@ukraine-hotel.kiev.ua, www.ukrainehotel.kiev.ua. The hotel formerly known as Moskva (Moscow) now provides a much more patriotic, if not so modern, backdrop to Maidan Nezalezhnosti. The lobby is quite old-school, but the rooms have caught up with the times and offer cable TV with movie and Internet service. Attractive dcor and furniture await you in higher-priced rooms, while the others lack amenities including air-conditioning. Q373 rooms (singles 695 - 1107Hr, doubles 795Hr, junior sutes 997Hr, suites 1309 - 2398Hr, extra bed 170Hr). PHARFLGKD hhh Kiev Apartment Service J-3, Sichneviy Provulok 9 (1st entrance), MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 490 96 93, hotels. kiev@gmail.com, www.kievapartmentservice.kiev.ua. Kiev Apartment Service offers a selection of beautifully designed apartments where you will find all the facilities and luxury of a 4-star hotel. Every apartment has a contemporary European design, fitted with exquisite furniture and equipped with the usual domestic appliances such as satellite/cable TV, Broadband Internet access, stereo systems, complete kitchens and minibars. Q10 rooms (3 one-room 110 - 125US$, 4 two-room 135 - 165US$, 2 three-room 170 - 280US$). PTARL Kiev for You tel. (+380) 67 242 12 24/(+380) 68 810
87 87, apartkiev@gmail.com, www.apkiev.com.ua. Comfortable, clean, fully-furnished domestic apartments in the centre of Kyiv. All are equipped with air-conditioning, Jacuzzi, cable or satellite TV, DVD player, high speed Internet and independent hot-water supply. Airport and train station pick-up and accounting receipts are also available. Q 6 one-room 50 - 85US$, 4 two-room 60 - 90US$, 2 three-room 125 - 140US$, 1 four-room 130US$. PAR

Budget
(+380) 44 259 76 72/(+380) 44 259 76 73, fax (+380) 44 259 76 46, rezerv@hotelgolos.kiev.ua, www.hotelgolos. kiev.ua. In addition to its many nicely-priced rooms, the beautiful trees and lakes of Holosiivskyi Park are a short walk away. The rooms have been renovated and, in addition to a flower or potted plant, have a phone and TV. Conference facilities - 204Hr per hour. Breakfast not included. Q196 rooms (singles 222 - 486Hr, doubles 384 - 708Hr, triples 486Hr, junior suites 558 - 1395Hr, suites 1074 - 1773Hr). PHAULGK hh 520 26 08/(+380) 44 520 26 09, fax (+380) 44 520 26 79, reserve@hotelmir.kiev.ua, www.hotelmir.kiev.ua. This hotel is situated near Holosiyivskiy Park and a lake. The scenery of the neighbourhood is lovely. Not far from the hotel is the National Exhibition Centre of Ukraine - a venue for many international exhibitions and a central bus station. Mir offers comfortable business and economy class rooms. Breakfast is not included (90Hr). The restaurant (Ukrainian and European cuisine) offers hotel guests coffee-breaks, lunches, dinners, banquets, etc. Q270 rooms (singles 535 - 594Hr, doubles 621 - 690Hr, junior suites 692 - 768Hr, suites 927 - 1029Hr, apartments 1091 - 1386Hr). PHARFLK hhh

Holosiivskyi Holosiivskyi prosp. 93, MLybidska, tel.

Kyiv Hotel Luxe B-4, Prorizna 18/1, office 7, 2nd floor,

Mir Holosiivskyi prosp. 70, MLybidska, tel. (+380) 44

MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 490 73 09/(+380) 44 279 28 74/(+380) 66 236 24 70, info@kyivhotelluxe.com, www.kyivhotelluxe.com. Luxurious private apartments in the centre of Kyiv offer something for every taste including a flexible discount system, transfers from the airport/railway station (on request), Internet, telephone, fax, housemaid service, satellite TV, information support, currency exchange and even a cook to rustle you up some appetising Ukrainian cuisine. Q17 rooms (3 one-room 30 - 50, 12 two-room 45 - 110, 2 three-room 120 - 150). PTARULGD

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Apartment Kiev Hotel Service B-5, Khreschatyk 29/1, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 253 31 30/(+380) 67 508 66 86/(+380) 44 332 23 75/(+380) 44 235 60 50, booking@kievhotel-service.kiev.ua, www.kiev-hotel-service. com. Comfortable apartments in the very heart of Kyiv on a daily payment basis. Apartment Kyiv Hotel Service provides full range of hotel services with luxury, comfort and friendly atmosphere, Wi-Fi, Satellite TV, fully equipped kitchen, 24hrs reception and railway/airport transfer. Q one-room 70 - 90US$, two-room 95 - 110US$, three room 135 - 160US$, four room 200US$). AW
9A, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 468 07 57, fax (+380) 44 238 26 03, service@aparthotel.kiev.ua, www.accommodation.kiev.ua. A small network of serviced apartments in the very heart of Kyiv. All apartments are modern, well furnished, well-equipped and come with cable TV. Drivers and interpreters are also available. Q31 rooms (10 studio 38 - 72, 16 one-room 45 - 104, 5 two-room 78 - 105). A

olga1001night@yahoo.com, www.apartment-kiev.com. Nice apartments in the centre of Kyiv. All the necessities for a comfortable life. Double beds, satellite TV, Internet, bathroom, kitchen, music centre, air-conditioners, washing machine, microwave oven, iron, etc. The location is beautiful - around Maidan and Khreschatyk. Q 4 one-room 60 - 65US$, 12 two-room 65 - 120US$, 2 three-room 100US$, 2 four-room 200 - 250US$.

Olga tel. (+380) 44 237 20 06/(+380) 44 233 04 44,

www.roomme.net/en/. This portal provides an up-to-date range of apartments in major cities of Ukraine and option to book an apartment online. Customers can use the internal messaging system to get from apartment owner all necessary details. Using a recommendation system, clients can share their opinions of the apartments where they stayed. Q170 rooms (170 apartments 24 - 115). PAGW

RoomMe - web portal of short-term apartment rent , tel. (+380) 67 340 81 65, support@roomme.net,

Grata Apartment Service C-3, Mykhailivskyi prov.

(+380) 44 353 86 73, fax (+380) 44 238 27 41, info@ ukrainaviaggi.it, www.ukrainaviaggi.it. Provides a full range of travel services. Medium- and long-term apartment rental, transfer, city sightseeing tours in English, German and Italian, restaurants and clubs reservations. Q95 rooms (38 studio 40 - 85, 24 two-room 45 - 90, 26 three-room 70 - 120, 5 four-room 125 - 180, 2 five-room 145 - 190). PAR

Ukraina Viaggi B-2, Reytarska 30, MZoloti Vorota, tel.

Kiev Apartments C-4, Horodetskoho 11, office 34,

MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 93 685 00 76/ (+380) 68 119 00 75, info@kievapts.com, www.kievapts.com. Kiev Apartments offers the largest variety of fully serviced apartments in the prime centre of Kyiv. Apartments for every taste, budget and style. Free airport pick-up. Q studio 57 - 99US$, one-room 67 - 179US$, two-room 84 - 289US$, three-room 164 - 369US$. PA

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93 332 43 06/755 07 11/755 07 11, chillouthostel@ gmail.com, www.chillouthostelkiev.com. Chillout is a cool, albeit small, addition to Kyivs hostel choices. Rooms are competitively priced, clean and newly remodelled. Choose from a private double or a six or eight bed dorm. Located a short walk from Shevchenko Park, Lva Tolstoho metro station and Khreschatyk, the neighbourhood is safe and foreigner friendly. Other perks include complimentary breakfast, Internet, laundry, safe, hookah and transportation, tourism and visa information. Q3 rooms (1 doubles 224Hr, 2 6-bed dorm 95Hr). LGW City Centre C-4, Sofiivska 2, apt. 10 (door code 149), MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 98 263 65 06, fax (+380) 44 278 52 46, hostel.happy@mail.ru. City Centre located just in one minute from Maidan Nezalezhnsti on a quiet street which leads toward St. Sophia Cathedral. If youre aware of the best location, however want to avoid the busiest and most crowded places, this hostel is just for you. A wide range of amenities are available including airport transfer, 24 hour reception, Wi-Fi access, satellite TV, coffee and tee. Q7 rooms (1 singles 259Hr, 3 doubles 189 - 307Hr, 1 triples 142Hr, quads 139Hr, 1 5 mix dorm 127Hr, 1 8 mix dorm 116Hr). DLux Kiev Hostel B-2, Observatorna 10, apt.6, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 97 832 88 88/(+380) 44 272 61 77, hostel.dlux@gmail.com, www.dlux-hostel.com.ua. DLux Hostels located on one of the quietest streets of city centre, but it doesnt mean you wouldnt find any fun around. A couple of clubs are just in few minutes reach and essential sights in few steps from the hostel. You may wonder how could hostel got DLux name? Its not an exaggeration of owners, the places really superior, with Jacuzzi installed in each of two bathrooms and a fireplace in a 12-bed dormitory, classy common room and nice views from both balconies. Q5 rooms (1 doubles 23, 1 quads 15, 2 8-bed dorm 12, 1 12-bed dorm 11). Down Town B-5, Kropyvnytskoho 12, apt.18 (door code 12), tel. (+380) 98 263 65 06, fax (+380) 44 278 52 46, hostel.happy@mail.ru. Despite the fact that Down Town is located on a very quiet street behind the Bessarabskyi Market it is just in few steps from the biggest entertainment complex Arena City with a big number of bars and pubs and discos until down. Choose from double or triple private or 6 bed dormitory. Q3 rooms (1 doubles 186Hr, 1 triples 151Hr, 1 7-mix dorm 115Hr). Dream Hostel A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 47, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 66 244 14 47, fax (+380) 44 484 50 10, booking@dream-hostel.com, www.dream-hostel. com. Dream Hostel offers its guests a most unique and friendly atmosphere. To be honest, the hostel owners are friends of our editorial team, however we were even pickier, in our review of the facilities. After all, believe it or not, Dream Hostel might be considered as the most luxurious hostel in Kyiv. Aside from

Chillout Hostel Kiev H-3, Gorkoho 22B/35, tel. (+380)

usual, very high standard amenities, your window overlooks Chervonoamiyska street and the common room window overlooks the newly renovated Olympic stadium, where the final match of Euro2012 football championship will take place. Breakfast is available for 20Hr. Q4 rooms (1 doubles 189Hr, 1 quads 154Hr, 1 8-bed dorm 118Hr, 1 10-bed dorm 118Hr). PW Magic Bus Kyiv H-3, Saksahanskoho 31, app. 3, MLva Tolstoho. When we first entered the place our first thought was cool, its so funny and bright. Except of red/green/blue walls, there is a terrific guess what?.. golden toilet! Hostel stuff is very friendly and helpful and rooms are always clean. Due to its location on one of the main traffic streets, it might be a bit noisy outside, but we may apply this to a half of Kyiv hostels. Q3 rooms (2 doubles 148Hr, 1 12-bed dorm 95Hr). Really Central B-4, B.Khmelnytskoho 10, apt. 50, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 98 263 65 06, fax (+380) 44 278 52 46, hostel.happy@mail.ru. We might be wrong, but you wont find more kind and helpful staff in Kyiv hostels than in Really Central. Located just 3 minutes walk from Khreshatyk and 5 minutes from Independence square this hostel offers an extensive freebie list which includes tea and coffee, Wi-Fi internet access, clothes washing and drying facilities, luggage storage, excursions to local markets, bars and clubs, local telephone calls, train ticket booking, linen and towels and more. ode from the door 140 press at the same time / second floor. Q3 rooms (1 doubles 184Hr, 1 triples 151Hr, 1 8-mix dorm 127Hr). RLW TIU Khreschatyk C-4, Khreschatyk 8B, apt. 11, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 50 331 18 47, tiu.kreschatik@gmail.com, www.tiu-kreschatik.kiev. ua. This quaint little hostel is right in the heart of Kyiv, just a minute or 2 from Independence Square. Staff is very friendly and English speaking. There is a room for 10 and a room for 2. The kitchen is spacious and fully equipped, and the living room is quite comfortable with round the clock internet. Everything is very clean as all wear slippers. Prices from 9 Euro per night with many excursions and pick up services available. Q (1 doubles 177Hr, 1 10-bed dorm 142Hr). PW Why not? H-3, Saksahanskoho 30/3, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 63 867 78 28, whynothostel@gmail.com, www. whynothostels.com. The day we first came to this hostel it was greeting its first guests, still being on small renovation. Now when all works are done it welcomes everyone with 6 rooms each uniquely designed. If you have only a few days in Ukraine, but want to explore the whole country - this hostel is just for you. Stay at industrial 10 bed dorm to feel yourself somewhere in Donetsk or choose a 6 bed dorm of coupe room and imagine travelling by Ukrainian trains. Soviet room or forest one, or maybe the rocket room, whichever you choose youll get the high standard service and common set of amenities, including free breakfast and Wi-Fi, laundry service, information support, etc. Smoking is allowed only in basement. Q6 rooms (1 doubles 30, 2 quads 11, 1 twin 28, 1 8-bed dorm 10, 1 10-bed dorm 8). PGW

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27, www.blinoff.ua. A traditional Ukrainian restaurant with several cosy rooms. One feels as if in a village home, with lots of Knick knacks memorabilia from the old days. The menu contains Slavic, Ukrainian and European cuisine. The prices seem lower than we expected; a pleasant surprise. There are banquet faculties and a wedding party was going on when we were there. They seemed very much at home. QOpen 09:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 23:00. PABTW Kult RA C-3, Volodymyrska 4, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 331 59 48, www.kultra.org. This is a journey to sacred world of Oryan cuture. The staff wears traditional costumes and speaks some English. The dcor is early Ukrainian, like being in an old village. There is nothing on the menu that was not in the Pagan times, hence no tomatoes or potatoes. The organic menu is reasonably priced and in English. A specialty is the mustached cat fish fillet smoked in vegetables for 106Hr. We tried the fried trout in herbs with beets and celery and found it great! There are homemade liquors and Ceriman herbal teas to enjoy. The place is absolutely non-smoking. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PAGW Koza Dereza A-1, Artema 52A, MLukianivska, tel. (+380) 44 486 00 40, www.kozadereza.kiev.ua. This is known as a restaurant-market. The design is a cross between modern and traditional Ukrainian. The cuisine is traditional Ukrainian and only fresh, natural products and ingredients are used in the kitchen. Guests are urged to submit their favourite recipe and it may just end up on the menu. They constantly check out new suppliers and are always on the lookout to buy homemade products. The menu is in English and the staff was very friendly and their English was superb. An average meal cost 150-200Hr and is worth every kopek. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 23:00. PALGXW Kureni D-6, Parkova doroha 4, tel. (+380) 44 253 17 24, www.carteblanche.ua/en. Kureni, one of the oldest restaurants in Kyiv, has reopened after renovations. Chef Igor Patuk offers Ukrainian cuisine and follows the modern European traditions. The restaurant represents a truly outdoor style, but it is located in the centre of the city. The Ukrainian hospitality along with a breathtaking view of the Dnipro river and surrounding natural landscape make this place exceptionally unique. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. . PAUILEGBXS Lipsky Osobnyak (Lipsky Mansion) C-6, Lypska 15, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 254 00 90, www.karta.ua. This mansion is probably the worlds only home of Ukrainian Haute cuisine. This is only restaurant in the CIS, to receive three separate awards from the prestigious Wine Spectator magazine. The meals are cooked according to 18-19th centuries recipes, adjusted to modern tastes. There is a splendid dessert card also. QOpen 11:30 - 01:00. . PAUILVEGBXS Mitla B-4, Prorizna 21, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 278 05 48, www.mitla.com.ua. A very traditional Ukrainian experience right near the Golden Gate. The menu is in English and very reasonably priced! We sampled the borsch and varenyky and were not disappointed! There is seating for 80 with live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Private functions are welcomed. Breakfast is from 15Hr.and business lunches from 43Hr. To enjoy a real Ukrainian experience, visiting Mitla is a must! QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PAGXSW Pervak A-5, Rohnidynska 2, MLva Tostoho, tel. (+380) 44 235 09 52, www.pervak.kiev.ua. Take a trip back in time to early 20th century Kyiv. The dcor includes the showing of silent movies, and the restaurant itself is on the site of a famous merchants house. A friendly wait staff in costumes serves up a variety of hearty Ukrainian dishes with inventive names. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . AE

Blinoff H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 65, tel. (+380) 50 417 40

MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 285 57 77, www.karta. ua. Right at the entrance of the restaurant guests face small Ukrainian folk museum, with a lot different interesting exhibits. Delicious smells of fresh bakery, home-made meat and other dishes will not leave you indifferent. Shynok presents rich Ukrainian country cuisine. There is a wide selection of homemade liqueurs nastoyanka. And also Shynok - is a perfect place to celebrate family holidays and tasty excursions for foreign friends. QOpen 11:00 - 06:00. PTALEGS Tsarske Selo (Tsarist Village) J-4, Ivana Mazepy 42/1, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 30 66, www. tsarske.kiev.ua/en/about.htm. A bit expensive, but the colourful village dcor and traditional singing are quite entertaining, especially if you have no plans to go near a real Ukrainian village. The food is traditional and tasty, and dont forget to take your picture with the man laid out but still clutching a jug of spirits. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. . PALE Varenichnaya #1 A-5, Esplanadna 28, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 287 15 39, www.2k.ua. From its opening, Varenichnaya #1 became a favourite for many. To Kyivites it seems that this restaurant has always been a feature near the Palace of Sport! At the entrance you will be met by a charming decorative pig called Varvara. There are three halls decorated in a picturesque Philistine style of the early 20th century, and a summer terrace. QOpen 24hrs. PTALGBS Vulyk (Hive) H-3, Chervonoarmiyska 44, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 230 26 42. Does Ukrainian cuisine seem exotic to you? Whatever your answer, it will definitely seem so when visiting here. Order pickled cucumbers with honey and spring onions, and try a drink of Ukrainian bouquet (thyme, chamomile and mint drawn in apple juice). How do you like it? Is it exotic? QOpen 11:00 - 22:00. . PA

Shynok I-4, Lesi Ukrainky bulv. 28V (round tower),

American
MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 24 38. Kyivs first expat hangout has excellent burgers, Mexican food and a 49Hr business lunch. American pool and darts keep the adults happy, while childrens parties are held every Sunday 11:00 - 12:30 and 15:00 - 16:30. QOpen 08:00 - 01:30. . PTABSW Goodman Steak House G-3, Zhylianska 75, MVokzalna, tel. (+380) 44 596 00 00, www.goodman.ru. Goodman Steak House is part of a European chain known for its top quality, American cut steaks. The restaurant is located near the railway station in a new office complex. The dcor is modern, brown wood giving it a pleasant atmosphere. The menu has a lot to do with steak. One item we enjoyed is the set menu chateau for 2. It consists of a spinach pie, a very large steak and 2 side dishes, it was 700Hr and we felt it well worth it. An average meal here cost around 320Hr. There is a businessmans lunch from 12-16, costing 110-115Hr. The English menu was simple to understand and most of the staff spoke English well. On Saturday and Sunday there is Family time. This is where parents can bring their children and leave them to play game, wear costumes and have lots of supervised fun. QOpen 12:00 - 00:00. PTA6GXW Sams Steak House H-3, Zhylianska 37, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 287 20 00, www.karta.ua. The great thing about Sams is that its personality is unique yet familiar. They definitely have the best bovine selection in Kyiv and perhaps in the whole of Ukraine. The intense action around the open grill will have you rubbernecking in anticipation of your cut of savoury carcass. The portions are brow-raisingly large and the wine selection grand a fantastic hang-out for sports viewing. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . PTAUL VEGBXSW

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T.G.I. Fridays A-5, Bessarabska pl. 5A, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 235 42 64, www.fridays.com.ua/ en. Famous for decades all over the world and synonymous with great value and good times, this chain restaurant is a real piece of Americana in the heart of Kyiv. Fridays attracts expats longing for familiar food, which comes in huge portions at reasonable prices and is served by the best staff in the city. Visitors will find the Kyiv menu has more salads and grilled meats than the Stateside version. The wine list is terrific and the cocktails (there are more than 400 of them) will speak for themselves. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00. . PTAGS

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Belle Vue A-5, Saksahanskoho 7, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 390 09 00, www.belle-vue.com.ua/en/. This Belgian beer caf sports a lovely wooden interior full of mirrors and antiques. Once your table has been cleared of ads and flyers, youll have room for your favourite beer plus Belgian and Ukrainian cuisine. The metre-long Belle-Vue sausage is a specialty. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PAUEBSW Le Cosmopolite B-4, Volodymyrska 47, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 278 72 78. Designed in the style of early 20th century Belgian brassieres located throughout European capitals, Le Cosmopolites art-nouveau dcor impresses with lots of wooden panels and a marble bar. Belgian and international food is accompanied by a wide selection of Belgian beers on tap. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 02:00. . PALEBW

Caucasian
Ani H-3, Chervonoarmiyska 72, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 590 25 65. This restaurant is situated on the top floor of one of Kyivs downtown skyscrapers. There is room for big parties and for romantic couples. The olma, cofta, tender leg of lamb baked in tomato sauce, hachapuri, and lavash are delicious and served in style. The open kitchen allows you to observe an experienced chef work his culinary magic, while live music played on unique national instruments will wake amazing emotions in your soul. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . PTALEGBSW Mimino D-2, Spaska 10A, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 417 35 45, www.karta.ua. This Georgian restaurant got its name from the popular Soviet movie Mimino. There are delicious hachapuris, shashliks and true Georgian fish and meat dishes. The Chief masterfully accommodates the ancient Georgian national cuisine to a modern taste. There is also live music. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. . PAUILEGBXSW

Quick, cheap & tasty

Puzata Khata D-2, Kontraktova pl. 2/1, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 391 46 99, www.puzatahata.com.ua. It is a great place for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner with your sweetheart, and there are a wide variety of pastries on the second floor. For people who know almost nothing about Ukrainian food and are not sure if it is worth spending a lot of money in a restaurant to find out what Ukrainians like the most, it is a good opportunity for a trial taste. Besides, you will find yourself in a real Ukrainian peasant house, so, enjoy! Also at B-4, Khreschatyk 15/4, Passage; H-3, Cher vonoarmiyska 40; B-5, Baseina 1/2, Bessarabska pl. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PAGSW

Chinese
tel. (+380) 44 594 21 75, www.2k.ua. This restaurant is a marvelous maze hidden behind a glass faade. The magnificent wardrobe and bar, and the sensational staircase leading to the seven different dining rooms bestow a sense of exclusive simplicity. The food is good, and you will find a mix of Japanese, Chinese, and European cuisine on the menu. For the full Chinese experience go for the round table: you and 11 of your closest friends will fit around it. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. PALGS Lun Van B-4, B. Khmelnytskoho 26, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 279 81 91. Lun Van offers arguably the most savoury and authentic Chinese in town. The beef and chicken stirfry are excellent and the spicy veal will definitely have you reaching for your beer, eyes watering. Friendly and efficient service has become a trademark. The private dining room accommodates up to 12 and is ideal for business luncheons, larger dinner groups and families with noisy children. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. .

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MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 288 50 70. The only restaurant in Kyiv offering perfect views of the city, entirely, therefore, justifying its name. You can see the Dnipro River, Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra, Podil and the whole of the left bank with its modern buildings. The restaurants interior and patio have been built in steps so that nobody misses out on the view. Such attention to detail is found in the food too. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . PTAULGSW Dj vu A-3, Bogdana Khmelnytskoho 30, tel. (+380) 44 235 98 02, www.dejavulegend.com. One has to see this place to believe it! There are 11 choppers and lots of rock and celebrity memorabilia scattered throughout the place. There are 2 private rooms for 12; one a Beatles theme and the other a rock theme.A typical meal runs between 100-200Hr with a 30% discount between 12:00-17:00. There is live music nightly with a 50Hr cover charge. This is an experience you wont forget. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. PALGSW Freedom L-4, Frunze 134, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 468 32 32, www.freedomhall.com.ua. Round the clock food and drink is available from the restaurant & bar. There is no English menu and the staff seems to have little interest in speaking English. The concert hall is huge and big name groups and DJs from Ukraine and abroad perform most, but not all nights. The entrance fee to the hall varies. QOpen 24hrs. PALGSW Karetniy B-4, Prorizna 15A, tel. (+380) 44 278 57 57, www.kareta.kiev.ua. Karetnyi has an eclectic appeal. The interior is elegant yet chic, and the menu (updated seasonally) is loaded with a tasty selection of local and European cuisine. Highlights include inviting appetisers, crisp salads, scrumptious seafood (salmon, sea bass, lobster, etc.), goose flamb, pork drenched in pomegranate sauce and a peppered steak. Great for dessert and coffee, choose from rich cheesecake or tiramisu and the coffee and tea selection can satisfy all tastes and moods. (This place can be a bit tricky to find, its actually located though the arch behind Prorizna 11.) QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. PTALW Leto I-3, Chervonoarmiyska 56, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 287 10 73, www.2k.ua. The thing that sets Leto apart from other cafs and restaurants on Chervonoarmiiska is the inviting interior and even more inviting prices. The juicy lamb kebob seasoned with Crimean onions and the specialty pelmeni (Russian-style dumplings) come highly recommended. Choose from other local and European favorites such as borsht, veal cutlets and stewed rabbit. Tasty breakfasts are served until 12:00 - perfect timing for the late-to-rise night owl. Both part of the Kozirnaya Karta chain, the similarities between Letos and M. Olives menus are uncanny, but we definitely recommend both. QOpen 09:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 24:00. . PTALGSW

maLLina caf D-3, Sahaidachnogo 27B, MPoshtova Plos-

Belvedere J-3, Heroiv Krut aleya 1 (Slav y pl.),

cha, tel. (+380) 44 425 45 08, www.mallinaproject.com.ua. This easy to find oasis is on the main street in busy Podil. Once inside however, one feels far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are sofas and easy chairs downstairs for 50. Up the very steep and old fashioned attic stairs is a cosy non smoking section for about 22. It makes one feel more at home then in a restaurant. There are jars of raspberry (mallina) compote everywhere. Why the fuss about raspberrys? Its do with the Russian proverb that roughly translates; Life is like a raspberry, or Its a good life. Aside from the European, home-made and Japaneese cuisines, there is a separate section on the menu devoted to raspberry, including fillet minion. The prices are reasonable and the service warm and friendly. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. PAGXSW
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tel. (+380) 44 360 85 68, www.miredo.com.ua. A great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Located right in the centre of Kiev, this oasis is guaranteed to bring relaxation from a busy day. The dcor is modern yet soothing. There is a breakfast menu and a standard business lunch from 12:0016:00 for 50Hr. The main menu is European and Mediterranean cuisine and an average meal goes for about 300Hr. There are seasonal specials, like in the autumn there are pumpkin dishes. There is also a discount scheme available. As the name is synonymous with music, there is live music weekday, MondayFriday. QOpen 09:00 - 23:00. PAGXESLW M.Olive D-3, Sahaidachnoho 23, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 01 31, www.2k.ua. Located on one of Kyivs tourist traps (Sahaidachnoho vul.), this restaurant offers hearty Ukrainian and European meals at surprisingly affordable prices. Theres a touch of mamas kitchen in both the flavor of the meals and the ambiance. Highlights on the menu include veal with grilled veggies, beef stroganoff with mashed potatoes and pork on the bone. This is a great choice for banquets - there happened to be a small wedding party going on while we were there. For desert we had a cappuccino (the biggest cup in Kyiv) and tiramisu (hands down the tastiest in Kyiv). QOpen 09:00 - 24:00. PAGXSW

MiReDo C-4, Khreschatyk 16, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti,

Tarelka (Plate) G-2, Dmytrivska 62/20, MLukyanivska,

tel. (+380) 44 220 20 60. The unique thing about Tarelka is that you get all the great food without the loud, smoky, drunken crowds typical for some of Kyivs restaurants. Being at Tarelka is like being at the home of a great friend, enjoying a good meal and your favourite beverage. The menu is in English and offers European cuisine and a bar offering gourmet pastas along with a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, snacks. Except an excellent food, you can play table games or watch football broadcasts on large screens and have fun all the time. Live lounge music, banquet reservations for up to 20 and a cosy VIP room are available. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. PALGXS

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tel. (+380) 44 238 21 11, www.bazaar.kiev.ua. This is a fairly new restaurant (Summer 2011) with a lovely modern French design and located in the same building as the famous Besarabska market. In fact, one can get a table with a birds eye view of the market below. See something you like in the market, buy it, bring it up and have the kitchen prepare it while you wait. Or enjoy a dish from the menu specializing in French & Italian cuisine. There is an English menu and staff speaks some English as well. There is also a lovely cheese platter to hold you while you wait. We tried the duck breast with caramel apples for 190Hr and really enjoyed it! An average meal will run you about 250Hr-300Hr. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. PAGXSW Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 221 22 18, www.cafe-de-paris. com.ua. This caf offers a quiet retreat from the crowded bustle of Adriivskyi uzviz. The interior is in vogue, but the patrons are from all walks of life. Though elusive, tables near the window come with pie sliced views of the street and Andriivska tserkva (St. Andrews Church). The homemade soups and signature salads are steaming and fresh, and the roast rack of lamb, roast duck and grilled salmon in a sweet chilli sauce are just a few of the menus highlights. Breakfast service begins at 09:00, and theres plenty of space for large groups. QOpen 24hrs. PTALGS Crepe de Chine G-2, Hoholivska 25, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 537 70 70, www.2k.ua. This charming restaurant specializes in French crepes. The menu includes soups, salads, a full Ukrainian and American breakfast, and following the trend today in Kiev, a sushi menu. We tried the caramel, peach and almond crepe which was delicious! The crepe s range from 60Hr. upwards depending on the fillings. There is also a lovely international wine list. The pine dcor is quite charming and relaxing. There is a smoking and a non smoking section as well as a supervised childrens room on weekends. Menus are in English and the staff was very friendly and most spoke English. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 23:00. Fellini C-4, Horodetskoho 5, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 54 62. A wonderful location for people-watching, as the two terraces overlook the fashionable Ukraina cinema just off Khreschatyk. Fellini offers delicious French and Italian food, including frog legs and goose liver for those who likes such delicacies. The food and drinks are rather expensive, and service can be slow. QOpen 24 hrs. . ALW

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Caf de Paris C-2, Andriivskyi Uzviz 34B, MKontraktova

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Beautiful view of the Dnipro River Two VIP rooms with karaoke The re ned taste of Korean cuisine Free Wi-Fi Internet
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Korean
Han Gang Entuziastiv 1, Slavutych Hotel, 16 floor, MLivoberezhna, tel. (+380) 44 294 14 14, www. han-gang.com.ua. Getting to this restaurant takes a small effort. Hop over the Dnipro to the left bank and the Slavutych Hotel, ascend to the 16th floor and turn right out of the lift. Once inside youll discover that the minor travel hassle was well worth it. The panoramic view of the right bank and the stunning domes of KyivoPecherska Lavra is arguably the best in the city. Skip the Japanese and order the Korean - you wont be disappointed. Karaoke is available. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. PAGSW Hankookkwan Zheliabova 10A, MShuliavska,
tel. (+380) 44 458 45 14/(+380) 50 387 71 92. Hankookkwan means Korean house; a fitting name for a new restaurant offering authentic Korean cuisine. Located just outside of centre, 10 minutes walk from the Shuliavska metro station, the restaurant is relatively easy to find. Exit the metro on the north side of Peremohy prosp. and head past Economic University to Zheliabova Street. Though the Korean dishes are not to be missed, the menu also features a delicious selection of Japanese favourites. This is a fine choice for lunch, as seating with a view is easy to find. The private dining hall that accommodates up to 10 is perfect for business luncheons and small dinner parties. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. PAGS

Meat & Fish Josper Bar C-6, Pylypa Orlyka 6, tel.

(+380) 44 253 80 97, mf.nws.name. Opened in Autumn, 2011 this restaurant is reminiscent of what weve seen in the French countryside with a pleasant rustic design. There are also a lot of mirrors in the place, so vampires beware. The cuisine is French and the specialty is Canadian lobster (French Canadian) for just 150Hr per 100g. For meat lovers there is US cut Ribeye steak for 360Hr and the Cowboy size XXL steak for just 1,300 Hr. An average meal will cost around 500Hr per person. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. Vernissage C-2, Andriivskyi Uzviz 30, tel. (+380) 44 425 24 03, www.vernissagecafe.com/en. A recreation of a Parisian bistro in the heart of Kyiv. Much of the dcor is imported from France as is the large selection of wine. The cuisine is French, European, and Ukrainian and overseen by a real French Chef. There is the main menu, a special seasonal menu (both in English), and a business lunch (Russian only) menu. The French-style meat courses change monthly. We tried the large and lovely Chevre Salad with warm goats

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Ukrainian dishes show a sophisticated simplicity based on pleasing combinations of fresh, pickled, and smoked ingredients. While cooking techniques are not complicated, dishes may contain a great number of ingredients and unusual combinations, such as shuba salad which combines pickled herring and beets. Food is neither highly spiced nor bland, but skillfully seasoned to perfection. Bread, is of course the mainstay of the Ukrainian diet. The countrys reputation as the breadbasket of Europe is well deserved. The French writer Honore de Balzac, who lived in Ukraine for four years, counted 77 different ways of preparing bread. It is such a central part of the diet here that there is a custom to give honoured guests and departing or arriving travellers the gift of a loaf of bread and salt. This tradition is still used in welcoming ceremonies for dignitaries and other important persons. Another staple of Ukrainian diet is kasha or what would be called mush in America and porridge in Britain. Borshch is certainly the national dish of Ukraine, even making its appearance on the menus of Chinese and Italian restaurants in Lviv. This uniquely Ukrainian soup has been adopted by other countries in the region, but as recently as 45 years ago it could not even be found in restaurants in other Soviet republics. The many versions of borshch served throughout the country reflect the individuality of Ukrainians as well as their ingenuity. The beet-based soup can contain as many as 20 different ingredients, depending on the season, region, and of course, personal preference of the cook. It can be meatless or prepared from a rich meat stock and contain either beef or smoked pork. The availability of ingredients for traditional cooking are often dependent on the season, so most varieties of vegetables sometimes make their appearance in certain dishes in their pickled form. You also might find that certain dishes listed on a menu might not be available at certain times of year. Salads are very common, but rather than being lettuce-based, combinations of fresh, cooked, and preserved vegetables may be mixed with meat, cheese, or fish. With so many different recipes, the only constant of Ukrainian salads are the presence of vinegar or mayonnaise. Varenyky are dumplings made from boiled or fried dough, resembling ravioli without red sauce. They can be filled with meat, potatoes, cabbage, and sometimes mushrooms for as an entre, or sour cherries or sweetened cottage cheese and raisins as a dessert. Any kind can be accompanied by butter or sour crme. The word holubtsi can be translated into little pigeons, but really has nothing to do with fowl of any kind. They are cabbage rolls stuffed with meat and rice or buckwheat and often covered with a thin tomato sauce. There are many different kinds of pastries and cakes, usually less sweet than they are made outside of continental Europe. A tort Kyivskiy is a local speciality, made of layers of crumbly raised wafers, hazelnuts, and it even comes in its own special green box. For a uniquely Ukrainian drink, try kvas, a slightly sweet non-alcoholic beverage with a wheat-like taste sold from giant tanks on wheels in the summer throughout the city.. cheese for 98Hr. and really enjoyed it. Also at B-2, Artema 10, tel. (+380) 44 272 20 03; A-1, Turgenevska 15, tel. (+380) 44 484 46 96. QOpen 11:00 - 22:00, Fri, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 23:00. PAGXSW

Indian
Buddha-bar C-4, Khreschatyk 14, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 270 76 76, www.buddhabar.com. ua. Buddha Bar is a heavy hitter all over Europe and is now enjoying similar success in Ukraines capital. Its safe to say that this is the trendiest establishment in Kyiv. The recipe for their popularity is simple, high quality in a flashy package. For a one-stop-all-inclusive-evening this ranks high on the list of possibilities. Enjoy hard to find Indian, Thai and Chinese in the restaurant, and then head to the bar or the VIP lounge. If youd like to get a sneak peak of whats in store for you, check out Buddhas very professional website. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 04:00, Sun 16:00 - 02:00. . PALG Himalaya B-4, Khreschatyk 23, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 270 54 37. Scale the heights of Indian cuisine at this quiet restaurant above the hustle and bustle of Khreschatyk. The selections include tandoori dishes cooked in an original clay oven at 300C, chicken lollipop and authentic Indian cheese. They also boast a new 65Hr business lunch menu every week. QOpen 11:30 - 23:30. . PAW Nirvana I-4, Lesi Ukrainky bulv. 28V, MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 285 52 15, www.2k.ua. Kyiv waited a long time to get a restaurant like this. The design, interior, and the cuisine completely complement the name: this really is dining Nirvana. Indian extravagance and cultural richness - not to mention the delicious and authentic food - are enough to put anyones soul in a state of bliss. There are traditional Indian, modern European and a decent number of vegetarian dishes on the menu. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. . PALEGW

International
(+380) 44 234 13 00, www.antwerpen.com.ua. Have you ever wanted to travel back in time? Here is your chance to visit Antwerp as it once was. You will know you are in the right place when you see a lovely 1956 Rolls Royce Silver Wraith in the yard. There is a French room, A Belgium room and a German room, as well as smaller rooms with the themes of hunting and sailing. This unique restaurant is definitely a must see. There is a wonderful collection of antique masterpieces, paintings and sculptures made of bronze by Flemish, French and German artists who in different times lived and created their masterpieces in Antwerp. There is also an antique organ, music boxes, porcelain, clocks of all sorts, and other antiques. The menu is in English and the staff is easy to communicate with. An average meal runs around 350Hr. We tried the leg of lamb with grilled mixed veggies for 247Hr -delicious! QOpen 12:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 22:00. PALGW Aprel (April) A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 25, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 235 82 06/(+380) 99 945 85 79, www.nasha-karta.com. Spring is alive and well year-round in the heart of Kyiv. Aprel is a spacious and elegant restaurant known for its grand selection of tender grilled steaks, fantastic array of fresh seafood and romantic ambiance. During fair weather, the suns rays splash through the glass ceiling and pinball off elegant French crystal. Surrounded by lush greenery, its like dining in an arboretum. Save room for the gourmet desserts such as the restaurants signature cakes, sorbet and chocolates that can be purchased and taken home for later. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. PALGW

Antwerpen A-5, Pushkinska 38, MLva Tolstoho, tel.

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Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 225 00 35, www.beef.kiev.ua/en. A very large and modern complex. The staff is warm, friendly, and English speaking. The decor is modern and spacious. The prices are defined as luxurious, from 300-600+Hr.There is a somewhat discounted lunch menu. The dishes we ordered were top notch and delicious. You might wait a while on Fridays evening, but we sure this experience worth it. There are 3 large TV screens and WiFi, and there is a banquet room for 50. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. PALGBXW Bistro Cote Est B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 22, Radisson Blu Hotel, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 492 22 50. Bistro Cote Est is a modern version of a classic bistro aiming to bring together the culinary traditions of France and Ukraine. The restaurant serves simple, traditional home cuisine and drinks, inspired by the recipes of Frances Eastern regions: Alsace-Lorraine, Burgundy and the Rhone Valley, as well as local Ukrainian specialities. Q Open Mon - Fri 06:00 - 23:30, Sat, Sun 07: 00 - 23:30. . PAULGS Mai-Tai Lounge H-3, Chervonoarmiiska 66, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 583 55 53, www.maitai.com.ua. Enter MaiTai and find yourself in the midst of a South Pacific Experience! This oasis of South Pacific culture belongs to the legendary chain of Trader Vic. In fact the drink Mai-Tai was invented by the original founder, Victor Bergeron in 1944. There are always special events going on such as ladies nights, fashion parties and aloha Fridays. Cocktails are reasonably priced, meals slightly pricey. A specialty is the sushi boats; you have to see it to believe it! There are exotic business lunches available weekdays from 13:00-16:00 for only 59Hr. Sometimes there is a cover charge for parties and events. QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. PALW Pena B-2, Yaroslaviv Val 30/18, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 234 17 01, www.2k.ua. This expensive, imageconscious fusion restaurant sports an ultra-chic and aromatic interior: wicker sofas, curved walls and ceilings, and Fashion TV on flat screens. As for the food, there is the obligatory sushi plus different meat and seafood dishes in interesting sauces. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. . PALW

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BEEF Meat & Wine A-5, Shota Rustaveli 11, MPalats

As the name Shapito translates circus tent its no surprise that this lovely restaurant and neighboring caf are just a few hundred meters from Kievs famous circus. Aside from being a first class restaurant, there is also a childrens hall, clown show and exotic animals. The cuisine is International, the menu in English and most staff is fluent in English. We started with the salad Alicia with fried scallops, pawns, onions, and avocados for just 95Hr. Then we had the salmon in mustard cream sauce with scrimp for 135Hr. An average meal will run about 200Hr and upwards. An experience at Shapiro is well worth the visit! QOpen 10:00 - 01:00. PAGXS Tarantino D-2, Sahaidachnoho 35, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 463 73 90, www.tarantino.kiev.ua. A unique experience named in honour of the American actordirector Quentin Tarantino. This is supposedly the 1st Budget Club in Kyiv. The dcor is modern-Hollywoodish on two floors. The menu is reasonably priced and in English. The staff was very friendly and fluent in English. There are Italian, European, and Sushi dishes. We tried the pepper steak with porcini sauce for 155Hr; delicious! There is a DJ Thursday-Sun 19:00-24 and Karaoke Thurs-Sat 24:00-06:00. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00, Thu, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 06:00. PA6IEGXSW

Shapito G-2, Honchara 77, tel. (+380) 44 486 45 21.

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Bocconcino B-6, Mechnikova 2, Parus Business Centre, MKlovska, tel. (+380) 44 593 37 10, www.2k.ua. A restaurant and a pizzeria, very modern and sweet venue of Italian type - reasonable prices, stylish interior, tasty dishes and light atmosphere. QOpen 09:00 - 02:00, Fri 09:00 - 04:00, Sat 11:00 04:00, Sun 11:00 - 02:00. . PTALGS Celentano B-2, Yaroslaviv Val 37, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 272 54 62, www.pizza-celentano. com. Power to the people! This expanding pizzeria chain champions democracy by granting patrons the choice of their own favourite toppings from a wide range of possibilities. Various salads and French crpes with different fillings are also on offer, all to a pleasant background of Italian music. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PLGX Momento Piz zeria and Restaurant F-4, Zlatoustivska 2/4, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 486 35 06, www.momento.kiev.ua. We ordered a pizza, but a calzone arrived at the table. The waiter assured us that this was the pizza we had ordered. Our disappointed didnt last for long - the mysterious pizzone is actually quite tasty. The wine selection is ample, the salads are crisp and the oregano sprinkled throughout the calzone was a nice Italian touch. Open until 03:00, this is a great perch-post for night-owls. QOpen 10:00 - 03:00. . Spagetti Pizzeria G-2, Tarasa Shevchenka bulv. 44, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 234 51 81. A nice cosy Italian restaurant in a central location with mellow Italian music in the background. There is an open kitchen which adds to the uniqueness. The food is pretty authentic Italian considering there is no Italian chef. We had Caesar salad and spaghetti carbonara which tasted pretty much like the real thing. The prices are very reasonable, and there is always a daily special. The menu is in English and the staff is friendly.There is also a business lunch from 12:00-16:00 costing 69Hr. (Beware when asking for parmesan-you will pay for it dearly.) QOpen 10:00 - 01:00. PALG Pizzeria Napul B-6, Mechnykova 9, MKlovska, tel. (+380) 44 495 92 63, www.napule.com.ua/ en/. This place is as authentic as it gets. A pizzaiolo from Naples (Giuseppe Irollo), a wooden stove built by a Neapolitan master (Stefano Ferrara) from Neapolitan materials, about 20 kinds of pizza made with special Neapolitan flour and real Neapolitan cuisine from Adelaide Zazzaro. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00. PALG Winter 2011 - 2012

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(+380) 44 503 50 91, pr.acts@gmail.com, www.alfaro. com.ua. Authentic Italian fare in the heart of Kyiv...someone pinch us, we must be dreaming. Choose from a variety of classic dishes including fresh leafy salads, lasagne, penne, spaghetti, grilled salmon and ribs. The authentic Italian-style pizzas come topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, prosciutto, oregano, etc., and are baked next to an open flame in an old-style oven (take-out available). We sampled the linguini with pesto, which is hands down the best in Kyiv. The noodles were nice and firm - Al dente, perfetto! as they say in Sicily. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. PTJAUIEGBK Ciros Pomodoro A-5, Shota Rustaveli 12, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 221 45 45, www.pomodoro.kiev. ua. Established in London in 1978 by hipster Ciro Orsini, the restaurants stylish mix of music, glitz and great Italian fare has translated into world wide success. The Kyiv restaurant is a much needed addition to the local scene in that its tastefully hip; hopefully Ciros will serve as an example to all the pretentious wannabe joints that litter the capital. An Italian chef is on hand to make sure all dishes ooze with authenticity. Highlights include: fabulous penne, ravioli and fettuccini dishes; succulent seafood, such as the salmon filet in a porcini mushroom and wine sauce; and favourite pizzas of the stars. Lunch goers receive a 20% discount Monday Friday from 12:00 - 16:00, and night owls can choose from a special selection of soups, salads, pizza bread, etc. Live music (jazz, blues, rock) echoes through the basement halls nightly from 21:00 - 00:00, a DJ takes over from there and spins untill dawn. QOpen 12:00 - 05:00. PJAEG

Al Faro H-3, Chervonoarmiiska 49A, MOlimpiiska, tel.

Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 490 34 34/(+380) 50 469 91 52, www.da-vinci.com.ua. Italian fish restaurant is located in the historical centre of Kyiv. The interior is very original - a round bar on the first floor with a cosy balcony on the second. The most attractive features are the two aquariums teaming with live lobsters, flamb dishes, pizza from the original Italian oven and, of course, fresh fish and seafood. Da Vinci Fish Club offers great business lunch specials (12:00 - 16:00) and live music every evening (except Sundays) from 20:00 - 23:00.Da Vinci Fish Club also invites you to attend master classes by its magnificent chef Salvatore De Vivo. For more details and master classes schedule contact the restaurant. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . PALEBW Il Patio D-3, Ihorivska 13/5, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 501 74 64, www.il-patio.com.ua. Over the last few years Il Patio on Bessarabska Sq. has been serving some of the finest pizza in town. The venues tasty Italian fare can now be enjoyed down by the riverside at Il Patio second branch. This dinning spot pays homage to Venice and even has a gondola in the main hall. The restaurant has a delicious salad bar and specialises in Antipasta snacks as well as wonderful pizza and other Italian dishes. Also at: A-5, Bessarabska pl. 5A, tel. (+380) 44 246 43 27; G-3, Saksahanskoho 112A, tel. (+380) 44 594 20 87. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PTALGSW 70 74, www.la-catania.com.ua. A nice little cafe-restaurant close to the Golden Gate. There is an English menu and nice background music. Its not so big, holds about 40. It has a lovely design and reminds one of being in Italy. Their specialty is stone-grilled meats; steak, turkey, chicken, and scrimp. We really enjoyed the turkey breast steak with garlic and curry for 89Hr. An average meal runs about 350Hr-400hr. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. Mille Miglia Restorante & Enoteca B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 22, Radisson SAS Hotel, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 492 22 55. Mille Miglia is the name of the open-road vintage sports car race established in 1926 to run the 1000 miles from Brescia to Rome. The restaurant is inspired by elegance, as well as the progressive and relaxed atmosphere of the Mille Miglia race. Chef Salvatore DVivo presents an insight into the fantastic cuisine and wines of the regions crossed by the Mille Miglia racers. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 13:00 - 23:00. . PTAULG Oliva D-3, Sahaidachnoho 25, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 463 75 92, www.oliva.com.ua. With its fresh and lively atmosphere, Olive has become a local favourite. To get a better idea of what to expect, imagine your favourite hometown coffee shop or caf and twist in a Ukrainian flare. The competitive prices really catch the eye on a menu that features a splattering of Italian favourites such as cannelloni, ravioli, risotto and pizza. Reasonable prices for cocktails will have you rubbing your eyes with disbelief. Make it a double. Expect a packed house on the weekend and its a bit smoky so you might want to leave the kids at home with babushka. Also at G-3, Symona Petlury 5; Druzhby Narodiv bul. 25; Chervonoarmiyska 34. QOpen 09:00 - 23:00. . PAGXS Osteria Pantagruel B-3, Lysenka 1, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 278 81 42, www.pantagruel.com.ua. A time-proven Italian favourite, Osteria is widely recognised for its excellent home-made pasta and impressive wine cellar. First-timers are strongly advised to try the tagliatelle alla Constantino, named after Osterias chef-virtuoso Constantino Passalacqua. In the summer time you may also enjoy your meal on a charming terrazzo in front of the historic Golden Gate. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. Mon - Fri 8:00 - 11:00 breakfast . ALGB

Da Vinci Fish Club C-3, Volodymyrska 12, MZoloti

La Cantina B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 20, tel. (+380) 44 234

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Mediterranean
Monaco C-3, Velyka Zhytomyrska 20A (Peyzazhna Alley), MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 590 01 51, www.monaco.com.ua. This restaurant adopts not only the name of the Mediterranean principality, but its style and atmosphere too. Six different halls at the restaurant can satisfy a wide variety of guests. The summer terrace on the second floor opens up on the marvelous city view. The chef Thierry Alix and his team work hard to please their customers. QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. . PTALEGBS

Jewish
Cimes D-2, Sahaidachnoho/Ihorivska 10/5,
MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 428 75 79/ (+380) 44 428 75 04, www.cimes.com.ua. The cuisine is Kosher, and the different dining rooms all have their own character and appeal, while the Kosher wine list is a rare treat. Great staff and wonderful service. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PTA6LVEGBS tel. (+380) 44 235 74 36. It does not matter whether you choose your dishes from the Jewish kosher or European kosher menu, you will be making a sound choice. Owned by the Central Synagogue, all profits from this place go to charity. You can enjoy your food in one of two rooms: one boasts an enormous picture of Jerusalem at night, the other is a take on a typical European street. Both are enchanting. Closed during Shabat. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PA

King David A-5, Esplanadna 24, MPalats Sportu,

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(+380) 50 386 36 29, www.barsuk.kiev.ua. Barsuk offers a tastefully presented, pallet pleasing range of European and local dishes. Freshness is this restaurants recipe to success and is on display in the carefully chosen selection of salads, the fresh pastas smothered with your choice of signature sauce and steaming steaks and seafood. This place is loaded with extras including an Italian/ European deli and culinary classes available to the public every weekend from 11:00-14:00. For 350Hr per session, learn the secrets of Barsuks master chefs, eat while you cook and take the leftovers home, fun for the whole family. This restaurant can be a bit tricky to find, as it is located on Kutuzova provulok, a small perpendicular side street off Kutuzova vul. From the Pecherska metro station, head towards the river and take the third street on the left. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. . PAUVEGXSW GastroRock C-1, Vozdvyzhenska 10B, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 50 390 61 31, info@gastrorock.kiev.ua, www.gastrorock.kiev.ua. A cool type of pub for the younger age set. There is much truly unique hereLike beer in a tin with fish, or is it fish in a tin with beer? You can buy your own cured leg of pork and leave it hanging for whenever you come in. For steak lovers there is a 2kg steak for only 599 Hr. There are special Sunday dinners where the staff trade places with the costumers. Breakfast is from 08:00-12:00 with a special for 49 Hr. There is a business lunch from 12:00-15:00 for 69Hr. An average meal runs about 200-250Hr. The place holds 80+ and there is live music along with special cocktails every Wednesday Saturday. QOpen 08:00 - 02:00. PAEGXSW

Barsuk I-4, Kutuzova prov. 3A, MPecherska, tel.

area. Total seating capacity 136. All seemed to speak English. The menu is delicious Italian cuisine, from a Swiss-Italian chef, and in English. Prices for a meal will cost between 300-1000+Hr. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. PTAUILEGBXSW

VaBene A-4, Bohdana Khmelnytskogo, MTeatralna,

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tel. (+380) 44 377 75 65, www.carteblanche.ua. This Bistro belongs to the Carte Blanche network of unique restaurants united by common discount system. We went in expecting a cool informal bistro and found a very formal, expensive restaurant where hardly anyone spoke English. We had to make a bit of a fuss but finally found a friendly English speaking waiter. The interior is a rich looking dark brown wood, with bric-a- brack decoratively placed. The Chef is from Napoli, so the Italian cuisine is the real thing. An average meal costs around 450Hr. There is a very wide choice of wines. The menu is in English and there is a breakfast menu from 10:00-12:00. There is seating for 75 in the main hall and 15 in the VIP room. In summer, the terrace holds 20. QOpen 10:00 - 01:00.

Japanese
tel. (+380) 44 246 74 79/(+380) 44 289 14 09, www. campai.net. Popular among Kyivs jet set, Kampai never disappoints. While the itamae-san (sushi chef) prepares dishes individually for one guest, others may take advantage of the mini-theatre and watch DVDs or spy on the world via the available 500 satellite channels. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PTALG Gin-no-Taki B-4, Volodymyrska 49A, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 569 56 40, www.ginnotaki.com.ua. At first glance, Gi-no-Taki looks like any other sushi place, but look closer and its easy to find features that really set this establishment apart. For example, they offer European-style breakfast from 10:00-12:00. The sushi is familiar, but the grill is unique and stunning and the chefs specials really tug at the pallet. Choose from Kobe steak and lamb chops, and the chefs own seafood kabobs and spicy squid salad. Dinner specials are tasty and unbelievably affordable, i.e. the sushi assortment for two and a bottle Badagoni wine for 335Hr. QOpen 08:00 - 22:00. PAGS Murakami D-2, Sahaidachnoho 35, MDnipro, tel. (+380) 44 425 01 90, www.murakami.com.ua/en. All the usual suspects (nigiri, maki, sashimi, etc.) are represented in Murakami, and they also offer a touch of Thai and their own original dishes. We went on a Saturday and the place was packed. Dont worry, the sushi will arrive fresh and tasty, but your order will definitely start at the back of the queue. Karaoke gets started at 22:00. (One side note about karaoke in Kyiv: Ukrainians take their singing very seriously. If you think that the audience will get a kick out of your piss-take of Barry Manilows Copacabana think again youre likely to get booed). Delivery is also available. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 13:00 - 06:00. . PTALVGBW Planeta Sushi C-4, Khreschatyk 12, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 270 66 79, www.planetsushi.com.ua/en/. A great choice for a wide variety of Japanese dishes. You can try nigiri, poppies, mariavase and tataki sushi, sashimi, yakitori, salads, and traditional Japanese hot dishes. Living up to the Japanese proverb the guest is God expect personal service and attention to detail. Also at: H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 57/3, tel. (+380) 44 287 37 75; D-2, Sahaidachnoho 41, tel. (+380) 44 594 20 85; C-3, Velyka Zhytomyrska 8/14, tel. (+380) 44 594 20 83. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. . PTASW San Tori D-2, Sahaidachnoho 41, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 462 49 94/(+380) 44 462 49 95.

Campai H-3, Saksahanskoho 20A, MLva Tolstoho,

Porta Pia G-2, Tarasa Shevchenka 36A, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44235 72 05, portapiakiev@gmail.com, www.PORTAPIA.KIEV.UA. For all lovers of real Italian food, this is it! An Italian Chef named Franco designed and runs this authentic Italian restaurant. There is a seldom seen open kitchen. The kitchen is actually in the dining room! All food is fresh, nothing frozen or preserved and tastes great! There is an English menu and a complete meal will cost around 200Hr and well worth it! QOpen 11:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 11:00 - 01:00. Prego Caf A-5, T.Shevchenka bulv. 2, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 235 00 86, www.prego.in.ua. We fell in love with the place from the get-go! Its right in the centre and easy to find. A warm and friendly hostess greeted us in English. There is an outside terrace, a 1st floor non smoking section and an upstairs smoking section. There is seating for 170 plus a hall available for 40. The menu is in English, and the cuisine is pretty authentic Italian food. They have their own pasta machine and offer many unique specialties. We tried the delicious rabbit with sour cream sauce with special pasta for 108Hr. The average bill is about 85Hr. As with most new restaurants these days there is a Sushi/Japanese menu. There is also home delivery available. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PAVGBXSW Stefanos Fine Food Factory C-3, Volodymyrska 4, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 279 11 21/(+380) 67 460 16 66, www.stefanofff.com. A beautifully designed eating establishment. A well stocked wine shop/ delicatessen is at the 1st floor entrance. Above our heads we saw a glass bottom aquarium from the 2nd floor dining area. There is an oysret & champagne bar and several dining areas both smoking and non smoking areas, all uniquely and beautifully decorated. Also, there is a lovely roof-garden eating area and an outside terrace Kyiv In Your Pocket

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San Tori offers a unique fusion of Thai and Japanese cuisine in a setting that is an intriguingly comfortable mix of the two styles. The best thing on the menu are the lobsters: you can pick your own from the tank and send it off to be cooked as you wish. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. . PAS Tampopo H-3, Saksahanskoho 55, MPloscha Lva Tolstoha, tel. (+380) 44 289 29 99, www.tampopo.com. ua. Tampopo is arguably the classiest Japanese restaurant in the city, and attracts politicians, pop stars, comedians and other local celebrities. A VIP room is available for up to eight. The summer terrace is located around back in a secluded courtyard. The original cuisine, prepared by an Asian master chef, is vibrant and aromatic. Smoked eel, black cod, oriental pikeperch, veal ribs with kus kus in truffle oil and oriental recipe lamb with shiitakes are but a few of the highlights. On the sushi side of the menu, the flying fish caviar, a handsome selection of hand rolls and the colourful assortments are all alluring. Mini-catering is available. They show art house films here weekly, call for details. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 24:00. . PTAULVGBSW

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Tike D-2, Sahaidachnoho 31A, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 417 40 62, www.tike.com.ua. In a restaurant scene that has become a wasteland of mediocre establishments with clich themes, Tike boldly rises above to offer an exceptional detour from the norm. Originally established in Istanbul, Tike has been wowing diners throughout Eurasia and Europe for more than a decade. Scrumptious appetisers get the juices flowing in anticipation of delectable charcoalgrilled lamb and beef. Other mentionables include an inviting wine card, great desserts and banquet seating for up to 44. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. . PTAGXSW

Uzbek
Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 417 73 16. According to legend, Shangrila is a perfectly happy land isolated from the outside world. Think about that the next time youre stuck in one of Kyivs mind-boggling traffic jams. This restaurant goes above and beyond to provide a niche of tranquility. Savour Uzbek and Japanese cuisine, chill out with a hookah and enjoy live music and traditional eastern dancing. QOpen 11:00 - 05:00. PTALGBX Uruk B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 11, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 235 14 29, www.uruk.com.ua. A unique and spacious restaurant serving Uzbek and European dishes. All rooms are different styles and look like small museums. The national costumes worn, the dcor, and music help acquaint guests with the history and culture of Uzbekistan. In the Uruk You can feel the atmosphere of comfort and Eastern hospitality. The menu is in English and very reasonably priced. An average meal runs from 70-150Hr. There is live music and dancing nightly (except Sunday) from 20:00. QOpen 10:00 - 01:00. PALGBXW

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Seafood
Ikra Oyster Club H-3, Pankivska 11, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 288 19 90. Everything is in calm grey and black shades, but the huge Swarovski chandelier shining brightly over the presentation case stocked with fresh fish dominates. A huge glass wall allows patrons to look out in the streets while alternative views are provided by a large kitchen window that shows the chefs at work. Ikra has around 20 kinds of oysters and fresh fish and serves all manner of fish and sushi dishes. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. . PAGSW Porto H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 72, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 206 83 87. Porto, which can be found inside the Olympiyskyi trade complex is the latest in the worldwide chain of Porto restaurants. The venue specialises in dishes made from the finest fish and seafood, as well as cuisine from Serbia and Montenegro, Croatia and Slovenia. Visitors can select the fish themselves and then observe the entire preparation process. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. . PA

Soviet
Comrade & Mauser E-2, Hetmana 6, Bilshovyk Shopping Centre (near Skating Ring), MShuliavska, tel. (+380) 44 200 18 81, www.trc-bolshevik.com. This intriguing theme restaurant is located in what was a test range for weapons produced at the Bolshevik factory. The interior is a history lesson in and of itself: The bar is decorated with military boots and helmets, a menacing military rifle seems to follow you about the room and the Stalin era posters are splashed with slogans such as Life has become easier, it has become cheerful. The kitchen boasts a skilled saucier whose mastery shines in signature dishes like The Council of Peoples Commissars (veal with potato au gratin), Red Army Dream (rabbit with fresh vegetables in a creamy sauce) and Hello Baltic (grilled trout on a bed of zucchini, carrots and peppers). After dinner, stay and play billiards in the adjacent halls or explore the Bolshevik shopping centre. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. . PALEGSW Petrovich Club-Restaurant D-2, Yaroslavska 5/2, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 79 07/425 79 08, www.club-petrovich.com.ua. This club/restaurant is a nostalgic place with a Soviet atmosphere from the 1950s through to the 1970s. One of the founders of the restaurant is a famous cartoonist, so there are a lot of humorous details in the dcor and even on the menu, which offers meals from the Soviet Unions past. Dont forget your pocket dictionary as the menu is not available in English. QOpen 12:00 - 05:00. Business lunch for 25 Hr. Mon - Fri 12:00 - 16:00. After 16:00 admission only for club members. QOpen 12:00 - 05:00. Business lunch for 25 Hr. Mon-Fri 12:00-16:00. After 16:00 admission only for club members. . PTALEGS Winter 2011 - 2012

Turkish
Marmaris B-1, Hlybochytska 40, tel. (+380) 44 586 42 33, www.marmarisrestaurant.com.ua. Looking to satisfy your craving for spicy Turkish cuisine? Marmaris is fine choice for filling up before painting the town red, business banquets and families looking for a break from the ordinary (kids area is available). The chorba, humus, meze, kebobs and fresh baked pide are as authentic as youll find in Kyiv. Banquet items for five or more include enticing salmon, lamb and turkey dishes. The staff is lively and professional. Also on offer is a bountiful selection of traditional desserts and hookah. QOpen 10:00 - 02:00. PTA6LEG kyiv.inyourpocket.com

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Cafs in Kyiv quite often offer much more than just a cup of perfect coffee with a pastry. Most of them have soups, salads, and sandwiches on their menus, so the border between restaurants and cafs is very thin. Look over the selection of cafs in our guide and pick the one that is just right for your mood or occasion. aroma espresso bar H-4, Dymytrova 5, MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 202 66 33, fax (+380) 44 201 66 22, www.aromacafe.com.ua. A nice friendly place to relax and have light meals & breakfast. Mellow music is played; there is wifi, a moderately priced English menu. Aroma belongs to a world-wide chain of coffee shops with a good reputation. We tried one of the house specialties, Aroma Salad with Bulgarian cheese. Children are welcome. Also at Mechnykova 3, tel.: (+380) 44 461 97 28; Zhylyanska 75, tel.: (+380) 44 596 00 20, open 24hrs. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PTAVGBXSW Babuin Bookshop-Coffeehouse G-3, Simona Petlury 10, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 235 73 16/(+380) 50 356 33 26, www.babuin.ua. This is not just a cafrestaurant, but a bookshop (Mostly Russian books), art gallery and a music venue. It has no relationship or similarity to the Stoned-Baboon Caf of former years. The cuisine is Russian-Ukrainian and reasonably priced. One whole room is an art gallery, with pictures rotating monthly. The paintings we saw were very delightful to the eye. There is live music Thursdays-Sundays. QOpen 09:30 - 02:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 02:00. PALEGBSW Coffee House B-4, Prorizna 3/5, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 85 09. Albeit a cookie cutter coffee house chain, the mood here is unexpectedly relaxing. This is due in large part to the attentive service that is in no way intrusive; a great venue to meet with colleagues or hang out with friends. The menu has a substantial offering of coffee, coffee cocktails, soups, salads, light breakfasts and business lunches. Also at A-3, B. Khmelnytskoho 30/10, 00:00 - 24:00; D-2, Sahaidachnoho 41, 00:00 - 24:00; B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 13/2, 08:00 - 23:00 and many others. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PJAGXSW Coffee Time C-4, B. Hrinchenka 2/1, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 21 56, www.coffetime.com.ua. Considered the best coffee chain in Kyiv, the prices are reasonable and (reminiscent of Starbucks in America) they seem to be on every corner. Known for their aromatic blend of Arabic (90%) and Robusta coffee (10%), they offer one of the best assortments of hot and cold beverages in the city as well as dishes for all tastes and moods, from soups to chocolate fondue. Also at: B-4, Volodymyrska 42; A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 17, open: 09:00 - 22:00; A-5, Esplanadna 34/2, open: 09:00 - 22:00. QOpen 24hrs. PTJAGW Coffeeum on Maidan C-4, Kostyolna 4, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 04 90. The coffeehouse consists of two floors the interior, accessible from Kostyolna Street, is modelled after an old coffee-brandy cigar house from the early part of the twentieth century. The entrance from Maidan carries you into a fascinating travelling in the safari of that period. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. PB Double Coffee D-2, Kostiantynivska 1/2, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 206 69 11, www.doublecoffee.com.ua/eng. This charming caf chain catches your eye from the start with its wonderfully illustrated menu. A wide variety of dishes from kashas and crpes to sushi sets and salads with pumpkin seeds can satisfy any taste or mood. The wide variety of tastes and smells in this coffee-bean atmosphere helps you to forget all about your hurried life on the outside. The caf is often crowded on the weekends, so plan accordingly. Also at: L-2, Luhova 12; C-4, Mykhailivska 6. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PAGS MOlimpiiska, tel. (+380) 44 289 63 80. The Swiss Semadeni sweet-shop was a favourite destination for visitors in Kyiv during the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century. True, it had another address, but the present-day sweet-shop going by the same famous name is no disgrace. The interior breathes respectability. There are five sorts of chocolate offered, various cakes, and sweets made on-site. QOpen 09:00 - 23:00. PTALGBXS

D.A.Semadeni H-3, Cher vonoarmiyska 68,

House of Coffee Passage B-4, I-2, Khreschatyk 15/4, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 12 09. From the sophisticated interior dcor complete with Mucha wall hangings to the great people-watching tables on fashionable Passage, this is a place both to see and where to be seen. As expected, a wide selection of coffees, teas and sweet delectables only adds to the occasion. QOpen 08:30 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 23:00. PTALGBS Nescaf C-3, H-2, Velyka Zhytomyrska 8A, MMaidan
Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 490 34 86. The international coffee brand has opened six cafs around town, filling a need for quality, reasonably-priced beverages. In addition to the expected cappuccinos, espressos and iced coffees, coffeelovers can also partake of salads, sandwiches and sweets amid the bright modern dcor. Also at: Globus mall, 1st line; Globus mall, 3rd line; Metrograd mall; Sahaidachnoho 31; Luhova 9. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PABX

Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 502 23 46, www.repriza.com. One of the first patisseries in the city, it has a lovely Viennese room stuffed with enough sugary delights to entertain the kids and give you all a cavity or two. Though specializing in danishes, cakes and other gourmet sweets, those in need of more substantial food can partake of delicious soups and salads. Also located at D-3, Sahaidachnoho 10/5; B-2, Velyka Zhytomyrska 38; A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 26. QOpen 08:00 - 22:00. PTAGBS Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 287 00 88. Shokoladnitsa is exceptional for two reasons: the service is likely the best of all the coffee house chains in Kyiv, and many are open 24hrs. Theres nothing pretentious, or rushed about this place, despite the fact that it originated in Moscow. Chill-out with a beverage, and nibble on a variety of familiar caf delectables at locations around the city that offer a convenient detour from the rat race. As with all chains, expect consistency and mediocrity and you wont be disappointed. Other mentionables include menu in English, continental breakfast until 11:00 and coffee to go. Also at Saksahanskoho 53/80, Basseina 1/2. QOpen 24hrs. PAGBSW

Repriza A-3, H-2, B.Khmelnytskoho 40/25, MZoloti

Shokoladnitsa H-3, Chervonoarmiyska 48, MLva

SkyArtCaf B-5, hervonoarmiyska-Baseyna 1-3/2,

MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 561 78 41. This unique caf is located on the 6th floor of the Pinchuk Art Centre. The dcor is pure white and of a special geometrical design with a lovely view of the city. It was so bright we had to wear sunglasses. The all vegetarian menu is in English and contains soups, salads, and light meals. Prices are moderate to pricy. It is closed when the Art Center is closed for changing exhibits. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00. Closed Mon. PAGBXW

Wolkonsky C-4, I-2, Khreschatyk 13, MKhreschatyk,

tel. (+380) 44 201 03 96, www.wolkonsky.com. The aroma of fresh baked bread will have you salivating from the second you set foot in this posh caf/bakery. Although you cant expect to benefit from any government bread subsidies, you can count on friendly service, a soothing atmosphere and an impressive selection of pastries, breads, sandwiches, chocolates and other goodies. Q Open 08:00 - 22:00. PTALBS

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(+380) 44 279 23 55. This cosy but hard-to-find hole-in-thewall is usually populated by politicos, journalists and expats holding forth on the subject of the day. The neighbourhood atmosphere goes well with the tasty and moderately-priced Ukrainian food, and the jazz music adds another pleasant dimension. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. AE

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Kyiv is much more of a club city than a bar town. There is a bar and club scene at the heart of the city centre, but dont be surprised if you encounter more of your own countrymen than Ukrainians in these establishments. It can be difficult to find an empty table on weekends, especially when many popular expatriate hangouts offer drink specials at peak hours. On weekends and holidays, the main street of Khreschatyk is closed to automobile traffic, making it Kyivs most active scene for nightlife, people-watching, or a casual stroll. For something a little more active and exciting, jazz and techno dance clubs are just as busy now as any time of the year. If you are familiar with the club scene in other parts of Europe, you will feel at home with the loud atmosphere, overpriced drinks, and relatively high entrance fees of Kyivs nightclubs. A few differences you might note are the availability of hookah (Middle Eastern flavoured tobacco), professional dance or model shows, and it is socially acceptable for men to dance with each other. Guys, be wary of the young, attractive women some clubs hire to entice foreign men to spend money on champagne, overpriced dinners and drinks. beer in Kyiv. The menu has special beer appetisers. There are darts, a billiard room, big screen TVs for sports fans, and live music every Friday and Saturday. Golden Gate offers business lunch on weekdays and breakfast at the weekend. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. PTJAULVEGBXS 2nd floor), MKlovska, tel. (+380) 44 499 09 85, www. gusovsky.com.ua. This modern designed bar is located inside a huge wine shop on the 2nd floor overlooking the shop floor. This is a relaxing place to have a glass or two of wine. There are usually eight bottles of white and eight bottles of red on offer. Almost every day one of the bottles is getting replaced by another so in several weeks the whole menu is fully renewed. If you dont find a wine you prefer, just buy the bottle of your choice in the first floor shop and for the nominal corkage fee it will be served in the bar. Everything to go with wine is in the show-case. You dont have to read a menu since theres no menu at all. Take some salami, prosciutto, bresaola, coppa, cheese, bread or sandwiches (grilled upon request). Its a limited, affordable menu as the emphasis is on it being a wine bar no sushi, nor hookahs here. There are also around 50 labels of whisky though, with more to come. QOpen 17.00 - 23.00, Sat, Sun 12.00 - 23.00. PALG

Bar on 8 C-3, A.Tarasovoyi 5, Hyatt Regency Kyiv,

MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 581 12 34, www. kyiv.regency.hyatt.com. With its vantage point on the 8th floor of the first international five-star hotel in Kyiv, situated in the middle of Sofiivska Square and overlooking the magnificent St. Sophia Cathedral and St. Michaels Golden-Domed Cathedral, Bar on 8 offers the breathtaking panoramic views in the city. Being an all-day lounge, Bar on 8 also serves light dishes such as salads, sandwiches, steaks and desserts. During warmer months, guests enjoy alfresco dining with variations of meat and seafood grilled to perfection on the Australian grill and original tandoor oven. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. PTAULGS

Blind Age sport music pub C-3, Mala Zhytomyrska 15, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 15 11, blindage.kiev.ua. This off-the-beaten-path pub/restaurant is ideal for meeting up and throwing back a couple beers Podil, Stella Artois, Guinness, Hoegaarden, and Leffe on tap. The menu offers local cuisine (the grill items come highly recommended) to go with pizzas, pastas, burgers and beer snacks. The massive signature sausage and wing platter is worth checking out, but will require help from a few friends to get it all down. The early 20th century theme is appeasing, and live music is featured Friday and Saturday check the website before you go, as there are gaps in the schedule. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. P6VEGSW Bochka (Keg) B-4, B.Khmelny tskoho 3B-1, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 390 61 06. Bochka is a no nonsense pub perfectly located for starting or wrapping up your bar-hopping adventure. Top local rock, pop and hip-hop acts perform Tuesday-Sunday. Admission fee varies on the notoriety of the band, but is more or less reasonable. For a taste of Kyiv thats sure to make its way into the memory bank, try Bochkas house brew available in dark, light and live. The interior is massive by local standards, so even on packed nights its possible to find some elbow room. Local and Euro cuisine is on hand. The price on menu items is a touch steep for a pub, but the breakfast and lunch specials are value and flavour packed. QOpen 24hrs. PAEGX Dorothys Pub H-3, Saksahanskoho 16/43, MLva
Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 287 05 30. The sign out front read Dorothys Pub. (Cue The Twilight Zone theme song.) Have I been transported back to my native state of Utah? The scenes of Monument Valley and Arches National Park, the Osmonds glaring at me from the menu with their cheesy Colgate smiles and the sweet smell of Western American style barbecue creeping out from under the saloon doors are all eerily familiar. Or am I in Kyiv? No. It couldnt be. The service here is far too good for Kyiv. Where am I? And who the hell is Dorothy? As it turns out, I am in Kyiv, and Rod Serling is not sitting next to me munching on ribs, nor is he sipping on a Czech beer, nor is he sampling the Turkish style calamari, but if he were still alive Im sure he would not object to such a wonderful mishmash of sites, sounds and flavours. And who is Dorothy? No one seemed to know. (Cue more Twilight Zone theme song.) Great specials! QOpen 11:00 - 05:00. PAIEGS

Good Wine Bar I-3, Mechnikova 9 (GoodWine store,

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Indigo A-5, Esplanadna 34/2, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 289 62 16. Enjoy sports broadcasts on big screens in two halls throughout the day. Stimulate (or douse, whichever) your passion with beer from the tap, which is featured in a huge variety. Not exactly a sports fan? Then come listen to live music shows at night, Wednesday through Friday. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PAE
tel. (+380) 44 499 13 13, www.karta.ua. Lucky hasnt been open for long, but its already proven a big hit with travellers, expats and locals alike. This is arguably the finest sports viewing venue in the city. We went on the night of a critical World Cup qualifying match and the place was booked solid. Eleven LCDs are strategically placed throughout the pub, 12 types of beer are on tap and the fare is familiar, delicious and reasonably priced. We joined a group of rowdy Brits in the football room and had a splendid time. Live music goes from 21:00 - 01:00 Thursday - Saturday. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. PJALEGKX

Lucky Pub A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 13, MLva Tolstoho,

Golden Gate Irish Pub B-3, Zolotovoritska 15,

MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 235 51 88, www.karta. ua. This is a true Irish Pub with the largest selection of draught

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Naturlih Pub B-4, B.Khmelnytskoho 3, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 279 79 29, www.naturlih.com.ua. The most striking feature of Naturlih is it amazing selection of draft beer - one of the grandest weve come across in Kyiv. Have the barman pull you a top German, Dutch, Czech, English, Belgian, Irish or local brewski, then sit back and watch the bustling hordes hike up historic B. Khmelntskoho street from the cosy view inside. The pub/restaurant offers scrumptious menu items to go with the suds including German style sausages, pasta, pizza and classy euro dinner items. The spacious halls and laid-back atmosphere are conducive for conversations. QOpen 10:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 06:00. PAGXW OBriens C-3, Mykhailivska 17A, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 15 84, www.obriens.kiev. ua/eng. Kyivs first Irish pub is still a favourite with expats and upwardly mobile Ukrainians. OBriens bars serve up plenty of beer great with none-too-shabby pub food like shepherds pie, and their Irish breakfast is enough to hold you until dinner. Upstairs youll find darts, billiards and the citys best atmosphere for watching sports on the big screen. QOpen 08:00 - 02:00. PALE

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Arena Entertainment B-5, Basseina 2A, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 492 00 00, www.arena-kiev.com/eng. This venue was the official hangout for Eurovision 2005 participants. It is an entertainment complex accommodating several bars and a night club under one roof. In any case, you may wind up your night out in the night club partying untill dawn. Q Open: restaurant and Beer House 09:00 - 04:00, Sport-Bar 12:00 - 04:00, night club Tue - Sun 22:00 - 06:00. PALEBK Art Club 44 B-4, Khreschatyk 44B, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 41 37, www.club44.com.ua. This grungy underground niche located through an arch just off Khreschtyk Street has been a haven for jazz, punk and alternative music enthusiasts for years now. The club regularly features renowned bands from the US and UK. Crowds tend to be a bit intense Friday and Saturday, but mellow out Sunday for jazz. Cover charges vary depending on the act. The club also hosts photo exhibitions and showings of art-house films nightly at 19:00. The music blares from 21:00 until 23:30. The full bar, decent selection of munchies, and hip staff round out 44s attractions. QOpen 11:00 - 04:00, Sat, Sun 15:00 - 04:00. Starting from 20:00 on Thu 30Hr, on Fri and Sat 50Hr. Sun - Wed free entrance. PAEW Azhur A-4, Leontovycha 3, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 234 74 94, fax (+380) 44 278 50 05, www.avalon. ua. This stereo disco club is a real diamond of Kyiv night life. The best music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s provides a bright and dazzling atmosphere. The Beetles, Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Lisa Minnelli, the Rolling Stones, and the Doors songs guarantee an unforgettable night in this club. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. PALEXS Byblos B-1, Artema 20, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380)
44 288 18 88, www.byblos.kiev.ua. This is a very large, modern, and beautifully decorated club-restaurant. The staff was warm and friendly and English speaking. It is a restaurant in the day time and a disco begins at 23:00. There is no dance floor, but people catch the beat and dance by their tables. The menu is European cuisine partly in English. Prices are moderate to pricy with a large selection of well priced cocktails. Private banquets are often held and there are 2 VIP rooms for up to 15 people. QOpen 12:00 - 03:00. PALEGBKXSW

Porter Pub C-4, Kostelna 4, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 04 90, www.porter.com.ua. A hole in the rock overlooking Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Porter Pub is an alluring venue for hungry, music-loving travellers. The cosy yet edgy ambiance, reasonable prices, and live rock and alternative make for a winning combination. Signature dishes include a bean and chicken salad, bacon/egg/sausage breakfast and chicken stuffed crapes. The pubs own homebrew is worth wrapping your lips around. Getting good service here is a bit like flipping a coin: Its been 50/50 in our experience, but we keep coming back, as theres just something magnetic about this joints energy. QOpen 09:00 - 02:00. PGB Rosie OGradys C-3, Velyka Zhytomyrska 8/14,
MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 234 47 34, www.rosieogradys.kiev.ua. Located at the halfway point between Sofiiska pl. and the top of Andriivskyi uzviz, Rosies is a fresh addition to Kyivs expanding selection of Irish pubs. The cosy basement setting is ideal for tipping back a pint of Irish stout or English ale and watching live big-match football. Specialties include Aunt Rosies steak, pork chops and Sheridans veal, all of which are served on a bed of delectable forest mushrooms. Popular for its reasonably priced business lunches that feature a mix of local and European dishes. QOpen 08:00 - 03:00. PAGB

Sunduk C-3, Mykhailivska 16, MMaidan Nezalezh-

nosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 14 65. The main features of this classic pub are the pleasant wooden interior and bill transactions made via a treasure chest. In spite of a noticeable attempt to copy Western styles in the interior, the music is very Eastern. The dishes and drinks listed on the menu are not necessarily present in the kitchen. Nevertheless, if you plan to arrive after 18:00, it would be better to reserve a table beforehand and prepare for being consumed by cigarette smoke even in the room for non-smokers. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. PAE

Carribean Club G-2, Symona Petliury 4, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 288 12 90, www.caribbean. com.ua/eng. Want to test your salsa skills? Carribean Club proudly presents the live rhythms of the Latino group disLOKAdos. For you novices, the dance school is one of the first and most popular salsa schools in Kyiv. The cost of one lesson is 50Hr. QOpen 18:00 - 06:00. Admission 50-120Hr for men, 20-80Hr for women. PAILEG Cocaine I-1, Sahaidachnoho 8, MPoshtova ploscha, tel.
(+380) 425 92 04, www.cocaine-club.com.ua. This is a new beer place where the former Hi-Fi use to be. Many top brands of foreign beer are served. The dcor is unique and the specialty is Russian Karaoke.The European/Sushi menu is decently priced but not in English.The staff was friendly to us and their English was ok. There is theme nights and a 20% discount form the menu from 02:00-06:00. We never figured out why its called Cocaine. QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. PAGXW

Violas Bierstube A-5, T.Shevchenka bulv. 1A,

MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 235 37 51. This cosy basement beer bar is a popular hangout for both foreigners and the young English-speaking Ukrainians. It offers a wide range of beer and other alcoholic drinks as well as a selection of tasty bar snacks. The first Wednesday of every month is Womens Club night here, with fun and games for girls only. QOpen 11:00 - 06:00. PA

Crystal Hall J-3, Dniprovskyi uzviz 1, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 67 442 92 67/(+380) 44 288 50 69, www. crystalhall.com.ua. Located in a converted ice rink on the edge of a hill overlooking the Dnipro River, Crystal Hall is one of the largest and hippest clubs in the capital. Although the capacity is 2000, theres no guarantee that youll get in as face control is enforced and the place gets busy for big events. The dance floor and bar are huge, and the VIP room kyiv.inyourpocket.com

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has a separate entrance and private bar. Laser and video shows ricochet off the domed ceiling as some of the regions top DJs and bands perform. The outdoor seating is relaxing and the menu offers a sufficient array of cold appetisers, hot dishes (omelettes, sea bass with grilled veggies, salmon, pork ribs, etc.) and the mandatory for Kyiv clubs: sushi. QOpen 18:00 - 06:00. . PTAIGBXSW

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Dockers ABC B-4, Khreschatyk 15/4A, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 278 17 17, en.docker.com.ua. Dockers is a caf and bar during the day and a night club in the evenings. This Rock n Roll joint is a lively raucous affair where bands play to an enthusiastic crowd determined to dance and flirt until sunrise. The menu, in both English and German languages, is of European and Ukrainian cuisine. Live music with a dock style interior. All manner of cocktails are available at reasonable prices, and the service is warm and friendly.QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. PTJAE. D*Lux Entertainment C-4, M. Hrushevskoho 3, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 200 90 91, www.dlux.com.ua. Established 1939. A Spacious, huge complex with a 2 story disco, lounge bars with live music, 2 terrace-restaurants, and a gift shop. Well known DJs perform with PJs (go-go dancers). The staff was friendly and English speaking. The menu is in English, not so large and not so cheap. Entrance (for parties only) is 200Hr for men and 100Hr for women. A strict dress code; smart, casual, is strictly enforced. Disco is from 00:00-06:00. QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. PTALEGBXSW Route 66 G-3, Zhylianska 87/30, MVokzalna, tel.
(+380) 44 239 38 65, www.route66.com.ua. Finally! A place that offers great service at the bar. The atmosphere is lively and the ribs and wings are tasty and American. The beer, thank God, is not American; its imported from countries that know how to brew, i.e. the Czech Republic. The summer terrace is popular with locals, but the real draw is the live Rock n Roll that starts up nightly at 21:00. QOpen 24hrs. PAK

Sorry Babushka G-2, Dmytrivska 18/24, MUniver-

sytet, tel. (+380) 44 486 03 00, www.sorrybabushka. com.ua. Out with the old and in with the new! This club has elbowed into the space formerly occupied by the once popular Sound Planet. Very few changes have actually been made to the new clubs interior, but with a completely overhauled concept, Babushka has become an immediate hit among the capitals clubbers. On the first floor youll find karaoke, the second floor spins 80s and 90s and disco until your platforms cave in on the third floor. Theres a karaoke tournament every Wednesday - the winner receives a DVD player. Other special offers can be found throughout the week at Babushkas Vnuchata (grandchildrens) Party. QOpen 22:00 - 05:00. PA (+380) 66 485 55 55, www.sullivanroom.kiev.ua. This club is an affiliate of the New York Club and is ranked in the top 100 in the world. It offers concerts top groups playing a wide variety of music; as well as theatrical performances, and fashion shows every weekend evening. Then the disco begins and lasts all night. It is a beautifully decorated 2 storied club with capacity for up to 500. Concert prices begin at 40Hr. and the disco prices range from free to 50Hr. QOpen 19:00 - 06:00. PAEXW

Sullivan Room B-4, Prorizna 8, MKhreschatyk, tel.

name of this new club Xlib (meaning bread) is an expression of the essence of the place: simplicity. It is hidden on a small street in Podil, and the interior has yet to be refurbished. Basically the place is two rooms: a dance floor, and a chill out room. Crowds throng to enjoy the DJs stylish and contemporary sounds. The fact that it lacks a bit in dcor and extravagance is - if anything - a bonus. QOpen Thu, Sun 20:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 23:00 - 06:00. PA

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Kyivs sightseeing to-do list is topped by its famous golddomed churches and cathedrals, magnificent sanctuaries of worship that impress with their history and art. Since everybody needs souvenirs to take home, God kindly created Andriivskyi uzviz. Next are the citys museums, historical monuments, and finally a wonderful open-air museum on the edge of the city limits.

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tova Ploscha. This is without a doubt one of Kyivs oldest and most beloved streets. In ancient times it linked the administrative part of the upper town with Podil, the lower town of merchants and artisans. This steep and winding cobblestone lined descent is a traditional venue for outdoor festivals and fairs, and is dotted with numerous intriguing art galleries, museums, cafs, bars and restaurants. Being at the very heart of the citys art community, the street is a favourite stop for tourists in search of paintings and traditional Ukrainian crafts. This is also a well-known repository for all souvenirs tacky and/or Soviet. Artisans come out in full force on weekends and big holidays. The intriguing building at N15 is referred to by Kyivites as Richards Castle. Unfortunately, the Descent is currently under reconstruction, but no worries...a hidden gem is around back. Head down the street, and to the right youll find a steep, twisting flight of iron steps. Those with calf muscles tough enough to conquer the climb are rewarded with a commanding vantage point above Podil and the Dnipro. The Bulgakov Museum is a must visit for literary enthusiasts, and is located at N13. At the bottom of the hill, turn left to Kontraktova ploscha or right to reach Sahaidachnoho vul., an oasis for connoisseurs and coffee lovers. Dynamo Stadium C-4/5, I-2, M.Hrushevskoho 3, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 02 09. After passing through the white columns youll come to a monument honouring the life of Valeriy Lobanovskyi, Dynamos famous coach who died in May 2002. Lobanovskyi won countless Soviet leagues and cups first as a player and then as coach, not to his mention his teams two European Cup-Winners Cup triumphs and a string of Ukrainian titles. Its ironic that he can now only be seen sitting still on a bench, because his habit was always to rock back and forth between games. An even more poignant memorial is located closer to the stadium and to the left: depicted in stern granite are the four Dynamo players who were killed by occupying Nazis during WWII. Contrary to Soviet myth and many published materials, these players were not shot in their uniforms immediately after defeating a German side in a so-called Death Match. However, their team Start (consisting of players from Dynamo and other Soviet clubs) did defeat a team of German soldiers called Flakelf in August 1942 - in fact they did it twice in 72 hours by scores of 5-1 and 5-3. Only weeks later were N.Korotkykh, N.Trusevich, A.Klimenko and I.Kuzmenko arrested. Korotkykh, a NKVD (the precursor to the KGB) agent, was tortured and soon died, while the other three were executed in Febraury 1943 at the Syrets death camp. Regardless, the less-romanticized reality shouldnt take away from the players heroism, embodied when they ignored orders and refused to give a Nazi salute prior to their last game. QTours to Dynamo Stadium are available. Contact Tourist Info Centre at Khreschatyk 19A.

Andrews Descent (Andriivskyi uzviz) C-2, MKontrak-

Albatros Travel D-1, Gorkoho 25V, MLva Tolstoho,

tel. (+380) 44 495 56 70, ariadnat@adamant.net, www.ariadnat.com. AriadnaT provides a range of daily city tours in English: city bus tours, night bus tours, walking tours around Kyiv and to Pyrohovo Folk Architecture Museum. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00.

(+380) 44 332 14 86/(+380) 63 166 27 87, info@ albatros.travel, www.albatros.travel. AriadnaT provides a range of daily city tours in English: city bus tours, night bus tours, walking tours around Kyiv and to Pyrohovo Folk Architecture Museum. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Free Tours B-4, Khreschatyk 19A, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 278 80 04/(+380) 67 220 66 22, info@freetours.kiev.ua, www.freetours.kiev.ua. Free walking tours around the city centre start every day at 12:00 and 16:00. Meeting point is near the Central Post Office on Maidan Nezalezhnosti. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Mysterious Kyiv B-4, Khreschatyk 19A (Tourist Info Centre), MKhreschatyk tel. (+380) 44 491 11 76, tour@interesniy.kiev.ua, www.interesniy.kiev.ua. Mysterious Kyiv provides exclusive tours to Secret Kyiv places, Kyiv Caves, Secret Stallin tunnels under Dnipro river, tours to Chernobyl Zone, Segway tours. Excursions in your language. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00.

AriadnaT D-1, Yaroslaviv Val 22, MZoloti Vorota, tel.

New Logic A-4, B. Khmelnytskoho 17/52 (Leonardo Business Centre), office 523, MTeatralna, tel./ fax (+380) 44 206 22 00/206 33 22, www.newlogic. ua. More than 20 different excursions in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Polish, Czech, Chinese, Japanese, Hungarian and Hebrew. Tours to Chernobyl Zone. QOpen 09:00 - 21:00. Sat, Sun 10:00 - 21:00.
(+380) 44 227 28 63, www.openkiev.com.ua. Open Kiev provides Hop-on Hop-off daily sightseeing bus tours on open top double decker with fantastic views of Kyiv. The first circle of the tour starts at 11:00 from the entrance to Kyievo-Pecherska Lavra (Lavrska 16). You can catch a bus on one of 17 stops around Kyiv, then take off at any of them, have a stroll down Khreschatyk or any other and catch the bus again. Commentaries available in English and Russian. QTicket 150Hr, kids 100Hr, under 7 for free.

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Golden Gate (Zoloti Vorota) B-3, Zolotovoritska 8, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 234 70 68/(+380) 44 278 69 19. Zoloti Vorota, one of the most unique architectural/archaeological sites in Kyiv, reopened in 2007 after a lengthy reconstruction. The remains of ancient Kyivs main gate were originally constructed during the height of the Kyivan Rus, and are included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Painstakingly planned by historians and architects, the bright new construction that entombs the ancient walls is considered an exact replica of the original gate. From the platforms, the views of Volodymyska vul. and surrounding area are stunning enough to justify the price of admission. House With Chimeras (Dim z khymeramy) C-5, Bankova 10, MKhreschatyk. Built more than a century ago by eccentric Kyivite Wladislaw Horodecki, this is the most unique structure in Kyiv. Sophisticated architectural forms are buried beneath the phantasmal figures of Horodeckis dreams. The elephant trunk storm drains, rhinos, antelope, gigantic frogs, mermaids and other figures are constructed of cement, a state-of-the-art material back in the 19th century. A local cement factory owner provided Horodecki with a complimentary supply knowing that the interest generated by such an unusual home would pay-off. Ahead of its time, the design makes full use of the uneven Kyiv landscape: Three stories rise on one side and six descend the hill on the other. The interior design was also considered radically modern, and included an ice room for food storage, a wine cellar, a laundry room, a garage for horse drawn carriages and even a special room for Horodeckis cow. This insured fresh milk for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Shrouded in mystery and legend, this place continues to intrigue visitors.
C-4, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti. Kyivs central square has undergone major changes in recent years, both above and below ground. The square is locally referred to as The Big Greenhouse. Thats not a botanical compliment but rather an indictment of the Globus Shopping Centres glassy domes. Throughout Soviet times, October Revolution Square, as it was known, featured a daunting Lenin statue. Despite the seemingly constant modifications, Maidan has been the citys epicentre for generations. In 2004, it gained world notoriety for staging the events of the Orange Revolution. Images of the square circulated the globe for weeks as Ukrainians from all walks of life changed/delayed the course of Ukrainian history. As you walk on Maidan, imagine the entire square and surrounding streets filled by a determined yet jubilant orange mob.

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Khreschatyk B/C-4, MKhreschatyk. From its start at European Square to its terminus at Bessarabska Square, Kyivs most beloved street is not even two kilometres long. Despite what has been called the most impressive unbroken string of Stalinist architecture anywhere, Khreschatyks wide chestnut lined sidewalks are ideal for a relaxing stroll. The trees provide both welcome shade from the blistering summer sun and shelter from the regions signature spring downpours. On weekends and holidays, the street becomes a pedestrian only thoroughfare where locals, travellers and street performers mingle and frolic. Its hard to imagine that this was once a deep valley surrounded by dense forest. The valley was named Khreschata (crossed) in reference to the many ravines that converged in the area. In ancient times, Kyivan Rus princes hunted wild game here (the only hunting done on Khreschatyk these days is for souvenirs, fashion and fashionable Ukrainian women). Some of the citys best shopping can be found both above and below ground. Trendy malls have been dug beneath Bessarabska and Maidan Nezalezhnosti. As for above ground shopping, T sUM (Central Department Store) has become rather modern and has little to show of its Soviet past. Perhaps in an act of poetic justice the whole street will collapse under this retail strain and revert back to a lush valley. kyiv.inyourpocket.com Winter 2011 - 2012

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St. Andrews Church (Andriivska Tserkva) C-2,
Andriivskyi uzviz 23, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 278 58 61. The church is temporary closed for renavation but it really worth to be seen. Famous Italian architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli was the mastermind behind this attractive Baroque church that greets the throngs at the top of Andriivskyi uzviz. Built in 1754, its one of the rare buildings in Kyiv that has managed to avoid serious damage or reconstruction. The elegant silhouette of its one large dome and five lesser cupolas are easily visible from Podil and beyond. Apostle Andrew, who was the first Christian to preach the gospel in Kyivan Rus, was said to have erected a cross on this very site. It was the wish of Peter the Greats religiously-minded daughter, Elizabeth, after her visit to Kyiv in 1744 that this church be built. It must be said that compared to the beautiful exterior, the interior is rather disappointing - too much loud red and gold colours and really not much to see. Console yourself with a stroll around the churchs perimeter, a walk which the famous Ukrainian writer Gogol also enjoyed.

St. Sophias Cathedral (Sofiivskyi Sobor) B-3,

ploscha, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 22 48. The original, built by Prince Sviatopolk in 1108, was destroyed by the Soviet regime in the 1930s for having no historical value. The reconstructed cathedral was completed in May 2000. Its sky blue exterior and glittering golden domes add a stunning layer to a cityscape that has become a mix-mash of crumbling ancient and newly reconstructed. A sobering reminder of Stalins inhumane policies stands to the right as you exit the church grounds. This is a monument to the victims of Holodomor (starvation): A famine orchestrated in part by the Soviet leadership in an attempt to squash the peasantry, as many as 10 million Ukrainians perished from 1932-33. Keeping watch over the square are the reconstructed statues of Princess Olga, Apostle Andrew, St. Cyrill and St. Mephodius. QOpen 08:00 - 19:00. Services held daily at 08:00 and 17:00, and on Sundays at 08:00, 10:00, 17:00.

St. Michaels Golden-Domed Cathedral (Mykhailivskyi Zolotoverkhyi Sobor) C-3, Mykhailivska

Volodymyrska 24, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 279 22 56. Kyivs oldest standing church, St. Sophias was built in 1037 by Prince Yaroslav the Wise, who incidentally was laid to rest inside. He commissioned the project to commemorate the site of a victory of Kyivan Rus over the Pechenegs (Asian nomadic tribes) and to glorify Christianity. It was named after the famous St. Sophias Cathedral in Constantinople. This majestic 13-cupola sanctuary adjoined Yaroslavs Palace and became a holy place of worship for Kyivites as well as a political and cultural centre. With an interior of rich frescoes and mosaics, many of which are still intact almost a millennium later, the cathedral made a huge impression on the ordinary worshippers of Kyiv. Meetings with foreign diplomats and treaty negotiations were held here, and the church housed the first library and school in Kyivan Rus. The azure and white bell tower is 76m high and was finished in 1752. The cathedrals upper Ukrainian Baroque section and gilded cupola were added in 1852. Today the entire complex is protected by Ukraine, and also receives support from UNESCO. The 18th century refectory works as a museum and contains archaeological artefacts and architectural displays, such as models depicting Kyiv as it looked before being razed by Mongol invaders in 1240. It costs a meagre 3Hr to enter the grounds. To enter the Cathedral itself, purchase tickets from the kiosk at the bell tower entrance. As you exit dont forget to pose for the postcard-perfect picture with Cossack leader Bohdan Khmelnytskyi on his horse against the backdrop of St. Michaels Golden-Domed Cathedral. Guided tours in English are available. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Wed 10:00 - 17:00. Admission 40Hr for all exhibits for adults, 17Hr for children and students. Entrance to the Bell Tower costs 8Hr/5Hr. Entrance to the Catherdrals area costs 3Hr.

A-4, T.Shevchenka bulv. 20, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 235 53 85. The Cathedral was built from 1862-1882 in a so called Russian pseudo-Byzantine style. The frescos inside were made by famous Russian, Ukrainian and Polish artists, such as Vasnetsov, Nesterov, Vrubel, Pymonenko and Svedomsky. The church belongs to the Ukrainian Orthodox denomination. QOpen 06:00 - 19:30. Services are held daily at 08:00 and 17:00. Sat, Sun at 7:00, 10:00 and 17:00. Free admission. Synagogue A-5, Shota Rustaveli 13, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 235 00 69. The Central Synagogue was built in 1898 by eminent Kyiv philanthropist Lazar Brodsky. This striking architectural monument served as a Jewish religious centre for nearly thirty years until it was seized by the Soviet Union in 1926. For a short time it hosted a handicraft club, after which it was turned into a doll theatre. During the Nazi occupation, Germans used the synagogue as a stable for Wermacht horses. The building was returned to the Jewish community after the fall of the Soviet Union. Despite the serious damage that resulted from 70 years of neglect, the hall was immediately opened to parishioners. Today a number of Jewish educational, religious and cultural programmes are held here. The Museum of Jewish Heritage is also housed within, and displays ancient books, candelabras, Menorahs and bas-reliefs.

St. Volodymyrs Cathedral (Volodymyrskyi Sobor)

The National Bank of Ukraine (Natsionalnyi Bank Ukrainy) C-5, Instytutska 9, MKhreschatyk. The build-

St. Sophia Cathedral

ing of the Ukrainian National Bank is over 100 years old. It was built in early Renaissance style and has survived revolution and two world wars. The griffons; emblems of Kyiv, Podillia, and Volyn regions; symbols of trade, transportation, industry, and agriculture on the outside of the building have remained intact and have not been changed since construction. While renovation and restoration has preserved much of he buildings features, however, some have alas been lost. During the last period of renovation the aroma of roses - which emanated from the garden in the interior courtyard and was delivered to the rest of the building via a special ventilation system - was lost.

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Lavra Lavra Museums & Exhibitions
Museum of Historical Valuables J-3, Ivana Mazepy 21 (Lavra), MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 13 96. The Louvre, the Hermitage, or the Prado would be happy to have such a collection of Scythian gold. The gem of the collection is the Scythian queens neck adornment from the 4th century B.C. The 1.4-kilogram pectoral was made of pure gold by a master craftman of the time. Despite its very old age the well-preserved detailing is amazing. The second most important valuable is the silver bowl unearthed from the Gaiman Barrow and kept in a specially designed chamber filled with inert gas. This is far from all one can see in the nine halls of this museum. The treasures of Kyivan Rus, West-European and Jewish ceremonial silverware, and works by the best Ukrainian jewellers of the past and present can all be found here. QOpen 10:00 - 17:45. Closed Mon. Admission 12Hr, students and children 6Hr.
tel. (+380) 44 280 18 34. The museum was created in 1923. Here we can see the so-called vertep (the Ukrainian puppet theatre of the 18th century), playbills and pictures of the plays of different Ukrainian theatre troupes and the personal effects of famous artists and musicians. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Tue. Admission 6Hr, children and students 4Hr. State Museum of Ukrainian Decorative Art J-3, Ivana Mazepy 21 (Lavra), MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 36 93. The original art of the Ukrainian people is widely represented here: icons, decorated eggs, embroidery, clothing, pottery, glass, faience, etc. There are special displays devoted to the work of the famous artists Kateryna Bilokur and Mariya Pryimachenko. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Tue. Admission 5Hr, children and students 3Hr.

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MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 30 71, www.kplavra. kiev.ua. The monastery which made Kyiv the Rome of Orthodox Christianity and received pilgrims from all over Europe continues to attract droves of visitors today. Its territory of 28ha contains not only churches, towers and an underground cave system but also some of Kyivs most interesting museums. First about the name - the Ukrainian pechera means cave, while Lavra is an Orthodox term given to its largest monastery. Founded in 1051 by monks Antony and Feodosiy, the Lavra was called to spread the newly-adopted Christian religion throughout Kyivan Rus. Monks worshipped, lived and were buried in caves, where a cool and humid atmosphere enabled their bodies to mummify naturally. This apparent miracle further enhanced the monasterys reputation. The monks bodies have been almost perfectly preserved to this day, a fact you can see yourself by descending into the caves with a candle to lead the way. Of particular interest are those monks so humble that they only allowed their feet to be exposed. Women are required to wear scarves, which are provided if you dont have your own. English tours can be arranged at the ticket kiosk or with nice old ladies inside the entrance. The Lavra became a leading religious and cultural focal point of Eastern Europe in the 12th century. Studios for icon painting and the creation of mosaics served many Kyiv churches, and a scriptorium oversaw translating of foreign literature into Slavic. The influential Slavic history The Chronicle of Bygone Years was written here by the historian Nestor. Other notable features include the burial site of Yuri Dolgorukiy, the founder of Moscow, inside the Church of the Saviour of Berestovo; and the 18th-century bell tower, the highest in all of Ukraine at 96m. Following years of Communist rule, the government has recently returned many buildings to the Orthodox Church. The monastery is once again operational in the form of Kyiv Theological Seminary and Academy. There are also many museums on the territory, the best of which are listed below.QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. Admission for foreigner: adults 16Hr, children 8Hr.

State Museum of Theatre, Music and Cinema Arts of Ukraine J-3, Ivana Mazepy 21 (Lavra), MArsenalna,

J-3 Ivana Mazepy 21 (Lavra), MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 22 10. The museum is located in the space formerly occupied by the Lavra typography, which was built in the 18th century. The collection includes manuscript volumes from the times of Kyivan Rus, the first Ukrainian printed editions of the Lviv Apostle (1574) by Ivan Fedorov (Ukraines first printer), the Ostroh Bible as well as fine examples of old Ukrainian book illustrations and many other rare exhibits. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Tue. Admission 5Hr, children and students 2Hr. Exibition of Microminiatures by M.Syadrystyi J-3, Sicnevoho Povstannia 21(Lavra), MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 280 81 37, www.microart.kiev.ua. A world of wonder is presented for the visitors of this inimitable exhibition. The exhibits displayed here are so tiny that they can be seen only under the microscope. Every work of art is exceptionally unique and have been made by the craftsman M.Syadrystyi, Honorary Master of Ukrainian Folk Art. His creative art inspired the creation of a new world - microminiature. QOpen 9:30 13:30, 14:30 - 19:00. Closed Tue. Admission 10Hr, children 3Hr.

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Chernobyl
Its not every trip abroad you have the chance to visit the site of the worlds worst nuclear accident, is it? The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant is only about a two-hour ride north of Kyiv. New Logic T ours - in conjunction with a government agency - offers a day trip to the region, wisely realising that the market for overnight stays is not great. According to travel companies you can actually enter the contaminated zone, where youll be joined by your English-speaking guide, who will show you the fateful reactor N4 (from a safe distance). Youll also visit the nearby ghost town of Pripyat - where some apartments still bear witness to the haste in which 47,500 residents were made to leave their homes - and have a chance to converse with residents of surrounding villages who refused to move. A trip to the acres of fields filled with contaminated vehicles, helicopters, etc. used in the cleanup is optional. Comfortingly, youll be accompanied on your return trip to Kyiv by the same friendly driver, bringing your 10-hour journey to environmental hell and back to a close. Then you can enjoy a nuclear-free dinner: youll participate in the cooking and checking of the ingredients for radiation with a dosimeter. And in case youre wondering, yes, your body will receive above-average doses of radiation throughout the day, but the effects are said to be harmless... If you are not convinced, you can satisfy your curiosity in radiation free environment: The National Museum of Chernobyl. D-1, Khorevyi lane 1, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 417 54 27. This museum does an excellent job of actually making you feel like you are at the site of the infamous nuclear accident. Road signs from towns and villages near Chernobyl greet you as you ascend the stairs, and as you descend the signs are crossed out to signify your departure. Its usually rather empty, but then again so is the contamination zone. A few exhibits could be a bit scary for kids, such as life-sized costumes with gas masks and pictures of deformed animals. Audio guides are available in four languages (English, German, Ukrainian and Russian).QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Sat 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun. Admission: 10Hr, children 3Hr.

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National Art Museum

Museum of Chernobyl (Muzey Chornobylyu)

Art Arsenal (Mystetskyi Arsenal) J-3, Lavrka 12-14, tel. (+380) 44 288 51 40, www.artarsenal.in.ua. The biggest modern art project in Ukraine. The total area of the future cultural centre will be over 70 thousand square meters. One art gallery is already open, and the whole Kyiv Arsenal factory is under reconstruction. It will be turned into the biggest museum complex in Ukraine. Ex-president Yuschenkos goal is to turn this new cultural centre into the heart of the spiritual and historical life of Ukraine. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon. A small-scale Kyiv (Kyiv v miniaturi) K-3, Brovarskyi prosp. (near MLYN Restaurant complex), MHidropark, tel. (+380) 44 516 46 10, www.minikiev.com.ua. This private collection presents the famous Kyiv buildings in miniature. Do not miss the unique opportunity to see them from a birds eye view without flying. A perfect entertainment choice for kids and adults. Located in Hidropark near to the Mill restaurant. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 15Hr. Free for children and senior sitizens. Bulgakov Museum (Muzey Bulgakova) C-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 13, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 31 88, www.bulgakov.org.ua. The celebrated Russian writer Mikhail Bulgakov lived in this house from 1906-1916 and again from 1918-1919. It was here that he wrote the novel The White Guard and the play Days of T urbins. The old Bulgakov family home is now home to the Bulgakov Museum, which displays the authors personal things and family photos. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed. Admission 20Hr.
288 92 68/(+380) 44 288 54 19, www.honchar.org.ua. The Museum was founded in September 1993 and is based on Ivan Honchars (1911-1993) private collection. During the Soviet period he was accused of nationalism. All those who manifested interest in his collection were registered with the KGB. The collection represents the Ukrainahood of the 1720th centuries and has 15 000 pieces. The centre piece of Honchars collection are the folk pictures, the inventive hero Mamai Cossack is especially popular. Also impressive is the elaborate collection of clothes from the 18-19th centuries (2500 samples) as well as pottery art exhibits (630 plates, dishes, crockery and zoomorphic ceramic toys). QOpen 10:00 - 17:45. Closed Mon. Admission 5Hr, 3Hr for children. Kyiv Fortress Museum (Muzey fortetsia) A-6, Hospitalna 24A, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 235 01 46. This part of the citys fortifications was built in 1844. Arguably, this structures history has more do with defenseless people rather than defending people. It was here that supporters of the Tsar carried out executions of political prisoners, including the leaders of a Polish rebellion, in the 1860s. At the beginning of the 20th century, participants in a revolt of the Kyiv Pioneer Regiment met the same fate. Also during this time, ammunition and weapons were stored in this semi-underground fortress with solid brick and stone walls. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Fri. Admission 14Hr.

Ivan Honchars Museum, Ukrainian Centre of Folk Art J-4, Ivana Mazepy 29, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44

Chernobyl Tours
Prime Excursion Bureau D-1, Schekavytska 30/39, suite 4, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 227 77 78/207 12 55/0 99 550 00 00, info@primetour. ua, www.primetour.ua. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. Sat, Sun 10:00 - 18:00 New Logic A-4, B. Khmelnytskoho 17/52 (Leonardo Business Centre), office 523, MTeatralna, tel./fax (+380) 44 206 22 00, info@newlogic.ua, www.newlogic.ua. QOpen 09:00 - 21:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 21:00. Mysterious Kyiv B-4, Khreschatyk 19A (Tourist Info Centre), MKhreschatyk tel. (+380) 44 491 11 76, tour@interesniy.kiev.ua, www.interesniy.kiev.ua. . Tours2Chernobyl tel. (+380) 93 239 77 69, www. tour2chernobyl.com. Indiviadual and group tours to Chernobyl. Kyiv In Your Pocket

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MPalats Ukraina, tel. (+380) 44 529 57 32. Maria Zankovetska was a prominent Ukrainian actress at the turn of the 20th century. Her original art comprised the greatest achivements of the Ukrainian theatre culture. She was part of the Ukrainian intellectual elite. The best playwrights of that time wrote their plays for her. She gave performances in Ukraine and also achieved popular acclaim and fame on the St. Petersburg and Moscow stage. Leading theatre critics of the day put Zankovetskas name beside such theatre stars as Eleanore Douzet and Sarah Bernhardt. She was called the Ukrainian Douzet for she was among those actors who created psychological theatre. Among the great admirers of herv talent were Chekhov and Tolstoy, Tchaicovski and Repin, Bunin and many others. The museum of Zankovetska in Kyiv consists f an exposition dedicated to life and work of the actress, and of her memorial apartment. QOpen 10:30 - 17:00. Closed Mon.

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Memorial Museum of Zankovetska (Muzey Zankovetskoi) H-5, Cher vonoarmiyska 121,

Pyrohovo

D-2, Hlybochytska 17, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 463 76 69. A large private collection of masterpieces of modern Ukrainian art - exactly what the state museums are lacking. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon.

Museum of Modern Ukrainian Fine Arts Collection (Muzey suchasnoho ukrainskoho mystetstva)

tel. (+380) 44 234 62 18. Outside of Moscow and St. Petersburg, one of the largest collections of Russian art is housed here. The building belonged to the upper-class Tereschenko family and was built in the 1880s. Private artworks confiscated and nationalised by the Soviets along with the Tereschenkos holdings formed the bulk of the museums exhibits when it was opened in 1922. The most prized displays are a collection of exceptional Russian icons dating back to the late 13th century. The museum features artwork from many famous Russian painters such as I. Repin, M. Vrubel and N. Rerikh, as well as sculptures, handicraft and graphics. Kids should be kept on a tight rein as the staff can be rude if little people get too close to exhibits. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed, Thu. Admission 6Hr, English tours 24Hr.

Museum of Russian Ar t (Muzey rosiiskoho mystetstva) A-4, Tereschenkivska 9, MTeatralna,

Vitchyznianoi Viyny) J-4, Lavrska 24, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 285 94 52, www.warmuseum.kiev.ua. This World War II memorial complex, which opened in 1981, includes a museum with 18 different galleries, an eternal flame, plaques honouring particularly heroic Soviet cities and an outdoor display containing military planes and other equipment from various wars. The centrepiece of it all is of course the massive titanium statue of a woman, 62m tall to be exact, grasping a 12-ton sword and a shield. Honouring Soviet defenders during World War II, its Socialist Realism style is an interesting contrast to the nearby ancient golden domes of Pecherska Lavra. If youre just slightly worried about the Mother of the Motherland being a tad too top-heavy, youre not the only one. There have been scattered reports that the whole structure was not build very soundly and is danger of falling over, but so far so good. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission 10Hr. Admission to 36 m view point - 50Hr, 91m view point - 200Hr.
ti, tel. (+380) 44 278 13 57, www. namu.kiev.ua. Built in the late 19th century in the style of a Greek temple with a six-column portico designed by Kyiv architects Horodetskyi and Boytsov, valuable collections largely unknown to Western visitors are contained in the museums 21 galleries.

Museum of the Great Patriotic War (Muzey Velykoi

National Art Museum (Natsionalnyi khudozhniy muzey) C-5, M.Hrushevskoho 6, MMaidan Nezalezhos-

Folk Architecture and Life Museum Pyrohovo, marshrutkas #3 and 156 from MLybidska, tel. (+380) 44 526 55 42. There is a place in Kyiv where you can say Lets go to the 16th century Carpathians and then find yourself there in a matter of minutes. Nowere not offering you a ride in Doc Browns Delorean time machine. Its Pyrohovo a picturesque open-air museum of old Ukrainian lifestyle and folk culture. The museum is divided into areas representing different regions of Ukraine. The clay huts roofed with thatch or wooden shingles and the archaic barns and wells recreate an authentic village atmosphere. Everything is meant to bring you back to the Ukraine of 16th to 19th centuries. At Pyrohovo you will find wooden churches, windmills, and even a school building typical of rural areas from recent centuries. Different kinds of structures (water-mills, forges, cattle-sheds shopa, granaries komora, threshing floors, stodola for storing cereals, apiaries, hen houses, cellars and wells) will tell you the story of how folks lived in Ukraine centuries ago. If everything at the museum seems very authentic, thats because it really is. Most of the buildings are in fact original and were moved here piece by piece from villages all over Ukraine. From the main entrance, the road leads you across a large wheat field to the Middle Prydniprovia sector with the Church of the Great Martyn, Saint Paraskeva Friday (Cherkassy region, 1742), the small Church of the Archangel Michael (1601), and a unique collection of windmills vitriaky. Next, on the hillside, you will come to the Podillia sector with the Church of Saint Nicholas and a bell tower from the beginning of the 19th century, brought here from the Husiatyn area. At the centre of the museums territory the Poltavschyna and Slobozhanschyna complex is arranged. A little farther on, visitors can see the Polissye sector dominated by the unique hip-roof Voskresenska Church (Rivnenschyna, 17th-18th century). The exposition of village huts (khatas) here is unique for their age (1587 to 1687). In the northern part of the museum, the Carpathian sector features scattered small farms, with the bell tower of the ancient Pokrovska Church rising above. But wait till you get inside these huts! There you will find stunning exhibitions of traditional Ukrainian clothing, ceramics, household and farming equipment, and of course the stove. This was the centrepiece of any khata, and was used for cooking, drying, heating and even sleeping. Pyrohovo is also a great park - a pleasant retreat with plenty of space for playing games with kids or for a leisurely afternoon in the shade of trees. If you want to get around faster, you may rent a bike or even hire a horseback ride. And if you care for your spiritual well-being, visit the church service on Sunday. Held in one of the museums beautiful ancient wooden churches, it is a real adventure for your soul. Traditional fairs are organised at Pyrohovo in May and September, to mark the beginning and the end of the season. But dont worry if you miss them. There are plenty of festivals and celebrations going on at Pyrohovo the whole season. Main national and religious holidays are celebrated here according to folk traditions. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Admission 15Hr. English-speaking guides available.

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in this house. For a long period of time it was known as Kyiv State Museum of Western and Eastern Art. Now its initial name has been given back. The embellishments of the collection are works of outstanding Renaissance masters. Rich diversity of genres distinguishes the museums holdings of North European countries. The exposition of Spanish art includes two true gems from the XVII century - Portrait of Infant Margarita by Diego Velasquez and Still Life with Chocolate Milk by Juan de Zurbaran. QOpen 10:30 - 17:00. Closed Mon, Tue. Admission 15Hr, English tours 150Hr by appointment (group of 10-25 people).

The National Museum Memorial in Commemoration of Famines Victims in Ukraine C-6, Lavrska,

tel. (+380) 44 254 45 12, www.memorialgolodomors. org. During the whole existence of the Soviet Union regime Ukrainian people endured horrible tragedies - famines of 1921-1922, 1932-1933, 1946-1947, which took millions of Ukrainians lives. The worst humanitarian catastrophe of 20th century for Ukraine was an artificially engineered by Stalins regime Famine of 1932-1933, during which 3 941 000 people died. Museum is dedicated to the victims of these awful tragedies. Excursions are held every hour from 10:00. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00.

Memorial in Commemoration of Famines Victims Pieces include Ukrainian icons, paintings, and sculptures from the 14th century through the early 20th century. Works of revered artist and poet Taras Shevchenko, M.Pymonenko, K.Kostandi and H.Narbut are some of the highlights of the museum. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Fri 12:00 - 19:00, Sat 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon, Tue. Admission 20Hr, kids 2Hr.
(+380) 44 278 48 64. Located on a bluff above Andriivskyi uzviz, this museum carries forth on a wide range of topics concerning Ukraines history from prehistoric times up to the present day. There are extensive collections of old books, coins and bills, works of art and archaeological and ethnographical findings. Behind the museum is a path that leads to a wonderful view from Old Kyivs highest point overlooking the lower town of Podil. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30. Closed Wed. Admission 24Hr.

C-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 2B, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 03 98. This fascinating little museum near the bottom of Andriivskyi uzviz tells the rich history of this important street through the years. Special attention is paid to recreating the atmosphere of this thoroughfare during the turn of the 20th century. While Andriivs'kyi Uzviz is under reconstraction this is a good place to get known the street better.QOpen 12:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 20Hr.

The One Street Museum (Muzey odniei vulytsi)

The Pharmacy Museum (Apteka-muzey) D-2,

National History Museum (Natsionalnyi istorychnyi muzey) C-2, Volodymyrska 2, MZoloti Vorota, tel.

Prytysko-Mykilska 7, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 24 37. You may be wondering just how much enjoyment can be had out of a museum whose sole subject is the history of pharmaceuticals, but when you think of the vital role drugs play in the lives of the capitals legions of cold sufferers it becomes clear that this cosy little museum is a must of social history. The building is in great condition and dates back to 1728. QOpen 09:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun. Admission 7Hr, 5Hr for children.

PinchukArtCentre (Museum of Contemporary Art) A-5, Chervovoarmiiska 1-3, Arena Complex, MLva

Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 590 08 58, www.pinchukartcentre.org/en. PinchukArtCentre is one of the biggest contemporary art centres in the Eastern Europe. Among its main activities - exhibition running, cultural projects support, stipend granting to talented artists, etc. The first New Space exhibition, opened at PinchukArtCentre from 16th of September till 16th of December 2006, has been attended by 35 000 persons. QOpen 12:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Admission is free.

MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 278 83 08. This museum is the first private art museum in Ukraine. In bright spacious halls of museum more than 300 first class works of Ukrainian icon-painters of 15th-19th centuries are presented from almost all regions from West to East of Ukraine and more than 100 iconograthical images and themes. The museum has also the collection of the works of the world-known Ukrainian painter Maria Prymachenko. 50 of her best works of naive art are presented at the museum. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon, Wed, Fri. Admission 15Hr, for children and students 5Hr. MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 53 33. Anyone strolling through Khreschatyi Park (above European Square and The Philharmonic) will notice the two towers rising above the tree line. They host a museum of water, which contains information on water resources: natural water circulation, potable water purification, new technologies and waters chemical components. Entering the centre you descend in an elevator to a depth of 20 meters and are confronted by fascinating exhibits. Admission adults 15Hr, children and students 10Hr. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon, Tue.

The Spiritual Treasures of Ukraine (Muzey dukhovnykh skarbiv Ukrainy) C-3, Desiatynna 12,

Water Information Centre D-4, M.Hrushevskoho 1C,

The Bohdan and Varvara Khanenko Art Museum (Muzey mystetstv imeni Bohdana ta Varvary Khanenkiv) A-4, Tereshchenkivska 15-17, MLva
Tolstoho, tel.(+380) 44 235 02 06, www.khanenkomuseum.kiev.ua. The house was owned by a famous collector of art and benefactor Bohdan Khanenko (18491917), and his wife Varvara (1852-1922). In 1919, on the base of their private collection, a museum was opened

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Lviv is the city where the past meets the future. The historic streets are full with people hurrying to find their place in modern Europe, while monument of national and local heroes watch over them. Visitors can stroll through beautiful parks when the weather permits, visit the numerous inspiring churches, to take in a performance in Opera House, considered to be one of the most beautiful in Europe. A new generation of the entrepreneurs has met the recent influx of tourist with new restaurants, pubs and bars with a high level of service and range of styles. Named after Prince Lev in 1256, Lviv has been an important city in no less than five different countries in a little over 200 years, even enjoying a brief period as the capital of the independent Western Ukrainian Republic in 1918. Lviv is popular for churches and cathedrals. Their spires stand out all over the centres skyline and have earned Lviv the status of a UNESCO World Heritage. The majority of them were built in the 13th and 14th centuries and still survive today. Nowadays Lviv has also become famous as a cultural capital of Ukraine, hosting numerous thematic festivals thought the year.

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This three pages are only a brief look at Lviv. It will be definitely enough for a weekend in the city, but if you want to become more familiar with Lviv, to get know this marvellous city better we highly recommend you to look in our full Lviv In Your Pocket guide. Except a full list of city sights, hotels, restaurants, pubs and clubs the guide contains options for shopping lovers, sport and health institutions and a essential business directory.

Getting there
Getting to Lviv is relatively easy. A number of trains and buses as well as regular flights operate through the day between Kyiv and Western Ukraine capital.

By Bus

From Kyiv Central Bus Station (Moskovska pl. 1, MDemiivska) regular international buses depart almost every hour in the morning time and some close to the end of the day. Every bus in Western direction passes Lviv and arrives to the Lviv Bus Termanal (Stryiska 189). Take a taxi to city centre for about 70Hr or try to catch trolleybus 9 (1.50Hr) or marshrutka 95 (2Hr). Lviv has also regular long distance bus communication with Poland, Hungary, Germany, Greece, France, Russia, Moldova and Lithuania.

By train & plane

See Getting around section of this guide for current trains and flights schedules.

Where to stay
Lviv provides a widest range of hotels and hostels, which offer a full range of comfort, style and service. 72 40 42, fax (+380) 322 76 90 60, reservation@ghgroup.com.ua, www.ghgroup.com.ua. Grand is extremely adept at meeting the needs of western travellers. Rooms come with classic interiors, modern amenities and views of either the quiet courtyard or of bustling Svobody prosp. The professional staff is fluent in English making for a no-hassle experience. Q61 rooms (singles 82, doubles 107, junior suites 143, suites 170, apartment 220, extra bed 30). PHARFLGKDW hhhh Leopolis B-3, Teatralna 16, tel. (+380) 32 295 95 00, fax (+380) 32 295 95 99, reservations@leopolishotel.com, www.leopolishotel.com. Located in a newly renovated 18th century structure just steps from historic Rynok pl., Leopolis is a nose ahead when it comes to class. All rooms are unique, stylishly designed and come with classy touches such as heated tile floors, anti-allergenic features, stereo systems that weave throughout the rooms (there are even speakers in the shower), high-speed wireless Internet, soundproof triple-pane windows, etc.. Q43 rooms (18 superiors 165 - 220, 22 junior suites 250, 2 suites 400, 1 apartment 550, extra bed 30). PHR6ULGKW hhhhh

Grand Hotel B-4, Svobody prosp. 13, tel. (+380) 322

George C-5, Mickiewicza pl. 1, tel. (+380) 32 232 62 32, fax (+380) 32 297 11 44, info@georgehotel.com. ua, www.georgehotel.com.ua. Hotel George was founded by George Hoffman in 1901. The structure itself is a fine example of Neo-Renaissance architecture and was designed by famed Viennese architects Ferdinand Fellner and Hermann Helmer. Many rooms have romantic views of Svobody prosp. and Lvivs historic centre. The service is up to standard and English is not a problem for most of the helpful staff. Q90 rooms (economy rooms 350Hr, standards 700 - 750Hr, junior suites 800Hr, suites 900Hr). PHARKW hhh Kupava E-2, Komarova 17, tel./fax (+380) 32 245 03 45, office@kupavahotel.com, www.kupavahotel.com. A fairly new hotel a bit outside the centre with 13 lovely rooms ranging from 500-1600Hr. The restaurant has to be seen to be believed. It is divided into several sections, extravagantly styled as though being in an old Ukrainian indoor-outdoor hunting lodge. The English menu is reasonably priced with a daily complete menu for 55Hr. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Q12 rooms (6 standards 500 - 720Hr, 4 junior suite 930 1100Hr, 2 suite 1600Hr). PH6LGKDCW hhhh Reikartz Medievale C-3, Drukarska 9, tel. (+380) 32 235 08 90, medievale.lviv@reikartz.com, en.reikartz. com. This hotel is situated in the very centre of historic Lviv, close to Rynok Square. The staff is English speaking and extremely friendly. All rooms are bright and refreshing and well priced. Everything you could ask for is included, Internet, cable satellite TV, safe, mini bar etc. Dont forget that one is only seconds from the excitement of the old city and all it offers. Q23 rooms (6 singles 590Hr, 8 doubles 690Hr, 6 superior 890Hr, 3 suite 1390Hr). PRUW hhhh Central Square Hostel C-3, Rynok pl. 5, tel. (+380) 32 254 61 69, cshostel@gmail.com, www.cshostel.com/ en. Central offers the unique experience of staying right on Rynok pl. (Market Square) - Lvivs cobbled heart. With only 18 available beds, space is limited. Owner and stuff will give you most needed information about city and places where to go. Q doubles 150Hr, triples 160Hr, quads 140Hr, 6-dorm 120Hr, 8-dorm 95Hr. R6GW Soviet Home Hostel Drukarska 3, tel. (+380) 93 319 67 97, soviet@homehostels.com.ua, www.homehostels. org. Soviet Home offers the fascinating experience of living in a typical Soviet-era flat with two important exceptions: modern bathrooms and beds. Just a minute from Rynok ploscha, the location is truly exceptional. Q4 rooms (singles 190 - 200Hr, doubles 150 - 170Hr, triples 140 - 150Hr, 6-dorm 90 - 100Hr, 10-dorm 95 - 100Hr). R6GW Winter 2011 - 2012

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Where to eat
For sure this list isnt complete Lviv eatery scene. Youll find much more either at our website lviv.inyourpocket.com or in print edition of our guide, which is available around Lviv. But we choose the best Lviv can offer you on a limited space of this spread. Amadeus C-4, athedralna pl. 7, tel. (+380) 32 261 50 22. A covered summer terrace of this popular restaurant near the Latin Cathedral catches the eye immediately. With one of the most eclectic menus of Galycia, its hard to go wrong and the pork steak Amadeus comes highly recommended. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PAB Atmosphera C-4, Brativ Rohatyntsiv 18, tel. (+380) 32 235 88 99, www.atmosphera.lviv.ua. Atmosphera offers creative Euro cuisine to go with the ultra-chic ambiance. The menu features steaks (pork and veal) and intriguing dishes such as Mafaldine pasta with cold smoked salmon, red caviar, cream and parmesan cheese. QOpen 12:00 24:00, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 03:00. ESW Bianco Rosso B-4, Svobody prosp. 6-8, tel. (+380) 32 235 54 44. Pretty much the real thing! And right in the centre! The Italian chef, Angelo even brought his own pasta machine with him! The dcor is something like Art Deco and the background music is actually enjoyable and not something one has to shout over to be heard. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00. PTA6GBSW Cazanova C-3, Stavropihiyska 7, tel. (+380) 32 236 75 74. Travel back to Venice in the time of Giacomo Girolamo Casanova who was so famous as a womanizer that his name remains synonymous with the art of seduction. This is a combination restaurant-strip club. There is an Italian-European menu with a businessmans lunch from Monday to Friday for only 45Hr as well as a tourist menu for groups making advanced bookings. QOpen 12:00 - 06:00. PAIGSW Darwin B-3, Shevska 6, 5th floor, tel. (+380) 32 294 82 05. Located on the fifth and sixth floor of a renovated historic structure, the elegant atmosphere is framed by enticing views of surrounding ancient roof tops. The menu contains one of the most elaborate seafood selections found in the city with fried dorado, calamari, sea bass and savoury salmon dishes. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. PW Dim Legend D-4, Staroyevreiska 48, tel. (+380) 67 670 38 28, www.lokal.lviv.ua. This restaurant-caf has become something of a legend in Lviv. It is located on 7 small floors with a real Trabi sitting on the roof top terrace with a great view of old Lviv. Each floor has a different theme telling the story of Lviv. No visit to Lviv is complete without stopping here! QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. PAEGB Kryjivka C-4, Rynok pl. 14, tel. (+380) 32 254 61 18/, www.kryjivka.com.ua. When the uniformed guard opens the peep-hole to this theme caf/restaurant and says Slava Ukraini, thats your cue to respond Geroyam slava. This was the greeting used by soldiers of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) as they waged guerrilla war against the Nazis, Poles and Soviet Union from 1943-49. Its also your ticket past the guard. Once inside, youll find a fascinating and jovial bunker complete with grenades, rifles and other military antiques. Traditional Ukrainian dishes and spirits add to what is certain to be a lasting memory of your visit to Lviv. QOpen 24hrs. AW Kumpel D-5, Vynnychenka 6, tel. (+380) 32 242 17 80. The centrepiece of this lively restaurant is the two large vats where Kumpel beer is brewed. Its definitely worth your time to sample all three varieties (dark, light and red). We were particularly impressed by the incredibly fresh and lively light. The menu is loaded with steaks, seafood and beer munchies. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. PAGBS 244 87 28, www.puzatakhata.kiev.ua. Albeit a low-budget, family-friendly, Puzata Khata has a knack for establishing itself in prime locations. This is true of the Lviv restaurant sandwiched between Svobody prosp. and Ivan Franko National University. All restaurants in this chain offer a satisfying selection of traditional Ukrainian dishes. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PAIGS Salo Restaurant & Museum B-4, Svobody prosp. 6-8, tel. (+380) 32 235 55 36, www.artsalo.com. Salo is a bit like a museum, but more like a contemporary art space. In the restaurant area youll be offered a Salo Art Menu which contains some uniquely sculptured forms of salo. (FYI-Salo is pure pig fat, a Ukrainian delicacy). QOpen 10:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 01:00. A6ESW Veronika C-6, Shevchenka prosp. 21, tel. (+380) 2 261 44 56, www.veronika.lviv.ua. On a day when most eateries were deserted, Veronika only had a couple tables available in the basement. But you wouldnt be surprised if you know that Veronika is the oldest and probably the best city confectionery. Sweets made by old Austrian-Hungarian recipes are really delicious. Vine map contains best French, Italian, Spanish, Australian, Argentinian, North American and Chilly vines. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. AGBS

Puzata Khata A-4, Sichovykh Striltsiv 12, tel. (+380) 32

What to drink?
Do you know the most popular drink in Lviv? No, thats not beer. You may not believe, but this is coffee. And its not occasional! It was the native of Lviv region, who opened the first public coffee house in Europe. It happened in Vienna in 1683. His name was Yuri Kulchytsky and he was from Sambir (Lviv region) by origin. Caf 1 C-4, Kathedralna pl. 5, tel. (+380) 32 242 33 69. The smell of fermented grapes is sure to perk your nostrils as you enter this small but inviting caf. Ideally located in the heart of the old town, tables can sometimes be hard to find, but any wait is well worth it. Wonderful English speaking service is available. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00. ALG Freska B-3, Krakivska 9, tel. (+380) 32 272 49 85. Revered for their classic Lviv-style coffee and extensive tea card, theyre even more renowned for their uniquely delectable candies, cakes and chocolate fondue. The pleasant atmosphere perched on Krakivska vul., a lively pedestrian thoroughfare, make this a fine choice for indulging in a locals favourite pastime of lounging for hours on a caf stool. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. PG Masoch Caf C-4, Serbska 7, tel. (+380) 32 272 18 72, www.masoch-cafe.com.ua. This titillating theme caf/restaurant is dedicated to writer and original freak Leopold Ritter von Sacher-Masoch who was born in Lviv in 1836. They boast the best fondue in town and the waitresses will handcuff and whip you free of charge. On your way out the door, dont forget to reach into Leopolds pocket for this cafs version of a fortune cookie. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. PASW

Lvivs Chocolate Workshop C-4, Serbska 3, tel. (+380) 50 430 60 33, www.chocolate.lviv.ua. This lovely chocolate shop is easy to find as there is always a crowd looking through the window and gathering at the small sales stall on this quaint walking street in the heart of the old city. Milkshakes, ice cream, cakes and snacks are awaiting you as well. Also on the ground floor, one can view the actual workshop where these delicacies are made. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. PAGSW

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G-3, pl. Svyatoho Yura 5. This Greek Catholic cathedral, constructed in 1744-1761, is a remarkable example of Rococo architecture. Located at the height of St. George Mount, the cathedral dominates the surrounding area. In the cathedral itself, there lies a crypt where celebrated figures of the Ukrainian church are entombed. While visiting Lviv, Pope John Paul II lived in the Metropolitans Palace. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30. Admission is free.

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The Chapel of the Boim Family (Kaplytsia Boimiv) C-4, Katedralna pl.

The Armenian Cathedral (Virmenskyi Sobor) C-3,

Virmenska 7. Armenians began inhabiting the city in the 14th century and quickly established their own quarter complete with a small cathedral completed in 1370. This original building perished in the fire of 1527. The neighbouring buildings are those of a former Armenian bank, established in the 17th century, and Lvivs oldest pawnshop. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30. Admission is free.

1, tel. (+380) 32 274 40 47. Constructed in the early 17th century on the grounds of what was a city cemetery; this quaint structure was originally intended for use as a crypt by the Boim family. Fresco portraits of George Boim and his wife Jadwiga can be viewed from Halytska vul. The site has been protected by UNESCO since the 1970s. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission 10Hr, children 5Hr.

B-3, Ruska 7. This vibrant example of Renaissance architecture has served as the centre of the Orthodox Christian faith for centuries. In the middle of the 16th century, the Assumption Brotherhood was founded here along with a printing press and a school. Also located on the premises are Kornjakts Tower and the Chapel of Three Prelates. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30. Admission is free.

The Assumption Church (Uspenska Tserkva)

Soborna pl. 1-3. This is one of the most inspiring sites in Lviv. The area around which the monastery stands has evolved over the years, but the monastery itself remains as architect Pavlo Rimlyanin envisioned. Constructed in the 17th century, the Cathedrals faade is protected by statues of the sacred order of Bernardine. QOpen 10:00 - 11:00, 17:00 - 20:00. Admission is free.

The Bernardine Cathedral and Monastery D-5,

Katedralna pl. 1. This is a spectacular example of ancient Lvivs Gothic influence. Officially known as the Archcathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, its understandable why most just call it the Latin. Constructed in 1360, a relic was incorporated into the first foundation stone by King Kazimir the Great. Pope John Paul II attended mass here on June 26th, 2001. Q Open 07:00 19:00. Admission 2Hr. Photography is prohibited.

The Latin Cathedral (Latynskyi Sobor) C-4,

The St. Peter and Paul Church of the Jesuit Order (Kostiol Jezuitiv) B-4, Teatralna 11. Located with its
back turned to Svobody prosp. and the monument of Taras Shevchenko, this is considered one of the more mystical places in Lviv. The church was constructed in the beginning of the 17th century and is modelled after the classic Church of the Ges in Rome. A section of the premises is currently occupied by the Lviv Scientific Library and is used as an archive.

D-5, Mytna pl. 2, tel. (+380) 322 75 69 66. This museum presents 32 sculptures of the world-renown 18th century Lvivian sculptor Johann Georg Pinzel. Often referred to as Ukrainians Michelangelo the beauty and mastery of his work justifies this distinction. QOpen 11:00 - 18:00, Sun 12:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission 5Hr, students and children - 2Hr. Photography allowance - 20Hr. C-3, pl. Rynok 6, tel. (+380) 322 74 33 04, www.lhm.lviv. ua/eng. Founded in 1893, this is one of Lvivs oldest museums. Originally located in a chamber of City Hall, the contemporary museum is spread out among four unique architectural monuments dating from the 16th-18th centuries. The collection is composed of more than 330 thousand exhibits that offer fascinating snapshots into the lives of those who inhabited Lviv from ancient times up to the present. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed. Admission 8Hr, students and senior citizen 5Hr. The Pharmacy Museum Pid Chornym Orlom C-3, Drukarska 2, tel. (+380) 322 72 00 41. If you havent noticed by now, Ukrainians love pharmaceuticals. Theres a drug store on practically every corner of every city! The foundation of a museum dedicated to the apothecary is very fitting. The Pharmacy Museum is located in a drugstore established in 1735 by a military pharmacist.QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Admission 5Hr.

Johann Pinzel Museum (Muzey Ioana Pinzelya)

The Dominican Cathedral (Dominicanskyi Sobor) D-3, Museina pl.

Lviv History Museum (Lvivskyi istorychnyi muzey)

1. The foundation of the Dominican Monastery dates back to the second hal f of the 13th century when Constance, the wife of Lev I of Galicia, commissioned the construction of a small wooden church in gratitude for the generosity of the local Dominican monks. Construction on the new cathedral, designed by architect Jan de Witte, began shortly after. QOpen 10:00 - 17:30. Admission is free.

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Skiing Ski slopes in Kyiv
tel. (+380) 44 528 37 57, www.gora.com.ua. Full skiing equipment rentals start at 70Hr for two hours (85Hr on weekend). Each next hour - 25Hr. The prices for instruction is 150Hr per hour. Snowboard rentals start at 90Hr. One lift-ride cost 3-8Hr. Entrance costs 10 Hr. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00, Mon 14:00 - 22:00. Night skiing on Saturday 22:30 - 04:00. Vyshgora Vatutina 102, Vyshgorod, MMinska, tel. (+380) 67 468 06 15, www.vishgora.com.ua. Full skiing equipment rentals start at 130Hr for a day (190Hr on weekend). One lift-ride cost 5Hr (10Hr on weekends). Ski-passes available for 6, 12 hours and for a day. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00.

Billiard & Bowling

Chameleon G-2, Peremohy prosp. 3, Ukraine Shopping Mall, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 496 17 17, www. club300.com.ua. QOpen 11:00 - 06:00. 99-198Hr per hour. Jumbo O-4, Moskovskyi prosp. 20B, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 390 53 77, www.jumbo.kiev.ua. QOpen 24hrs. 84-216Hr per hour. Machaon L-2, Luhova 12, Karavan Shopping Mall, MObolon, tel. (+380) 44 206 43 33, www.club300. com.ua. Q 78-198Hr per hour. Ultramarin G-3, Uritskoho 1A, MVokzalna, tel. (+380) 44 206 03 51/(+380) 44 206 03 53, www.ultramarine. com.ua. QOpen 10:00 - 06:00.

Protasiv Yar G-4, Protasiv Yar 39, MPalats Ukraina,

Fitness clubs
Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 351 77 33, www.5el.com.ua/ eng/. Q Open Mon-Fri 07:00-23:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-23:00. Aquarium Fitness Centre O-1, Heroiv Stalinhrada 45, MMinska, tel. (+380) 44 239 22 22. Q Open 07:00 - 23:00. Club Olympus C-3, Tarasova 5A (Hyatt Regency Kyiv Hotel), MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 581 12 40, www.kyiv.regency.hyatt.com. QOpen 06:00 - 23:30. Favourite V.I.P. Club C-5, Muzeinyi prov. 6, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 33 38. Q Open 07:00 - 23:00. Kodokan C-4, M.Hrushevskoho 3, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 01 01. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00, Mon, Sat 09:00 - 21:00. Sport Life H-4, M.Hrinchenka 2/1, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 585 72 72. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00, Mon, Sat 09:00 - 21:00.

5th Element Club Elektrykiv 29A, MKontraktova

Bukovel Resort
Located in the Ivano-Frankivsk region, 30km west of Yaremche Bukovel is Ukraines largest ski resort. With high-speed chair lifts, meticulously groomed slopes, snow-making machines and ubiquitous security personnel, it is also Ukraines first European-class resort. Indeed, its rather unusual to see this degree of organisation in Ukraine. Bukovel has been carefully planned to make skiing enjoyable and convenient - queues longer than five minutes are rare. This mountain is booming! Over the next few seasons Bukovel plans to have 278km of trails and 35 lifts, which would make it one of the 20 largest ski resorts in the world. At the start of this season, 14 lifts and 50km of runs were available. Check out their website for more information including current snow conditions.

Getting there

From Kyiv, the plane will get you to Ivano-Frankivsk, and trains can take you as far as Yaremcha. From Lviv you can also get by train to Ivano-Frankivsk, from where you can go by taxi, bus or marshrutka (minivan). The distance from Ivano-Frankivsk to Bukovel is 110km. If you drive (not recommended), its best to travel via Ivano-Frankivsk. Then proceed through the towns of Nadvirna and Yaremche, then through the villages of Mykulychyn, Tatariv and Polyanytsya. Follow the signs to Bukovel. Free parking is available.

Skating rings
Bilshovyk E-2, Hetmana 6 (Bilshovyk shopping mall), MShuliavska, tel. (+380) 44 200 07 50. QOpen 08:00Ice Dream N-2, Obolonskyi prosp. (between Obolon
03:00. Admission 25-55Hr for adults, 15-35Hr for children. - 24:00. Admission 30-50Hr for adults, 20-30Hr for children.

Ski slopes

Bukovels base elevation is nearly 900m above sea level, and the highest ski lift rises to 1372m, making it the second highest ski resort in Ukraine. All categories of slope difficulty are available. There is a very long gradual slope that is perfect for beginners, a couple of short tows for children and super-beginners, all levels of intermediate runs and several black diamond runs for experts and the idiotic brave. Night skiing is available from 17:00 - 20:00; however, only one upper intermediate slope is currently equipped with lights. For more information check out the trail map at http://bukovel.com/map. Blue indicates beginner slopes, red are intermediate and black are advanced. For futher information, current weather, ski rental prices, lift passes check www.bukovel.com/en.

and Minska Metro stations), MMinska, tel. (+380) 44 428 36 11. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. Admission 30-50Hr for adults, 20-35Hr for children. Karavan L-2, Luhova 9 (Karavan Shopping mall), MMinska, tel. (+380) 44 461 82 06. QOpen 08:15 23:15. Admission and 45 minutes of skating costs 30-50Hr for adults, 10-25Hr for children.

Swimming pools
287 61 49. Youll pay 60Hr for a 45-minutes swim at Olimp. Regular vistors can go 10 times for 540Hr and save 60 hryvnas. QOpen 09:00 - 21:00, Sat 09:00 - 18:00, Sun 09:00 - 16:00. Yunist J-5, Bastionna 7, MDruzhby Narodiv, tel. (+380) 44 285 21 22. Open air swimming pool.QOpen 06:00 - 15:00, 19:00 - 21:00. Admission 65-75Hr for a 45-minutes swim.

Olymp H-4, Dymytrova 10, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44

Tennis courts
Podil Tennis Courts N-6, Mezhyhirska 56/63A, MTarasa Shevchenko, tel. (+380) 44 451 58 58. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00. kyiv.inyourpocket.com

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Postal delivery in Ukraine is generally reliable, but every so often a letter or package will go missing and never arrive at its intended destination, which is quite annoying. Connections involving fixed line telephones are often bad, sometimes incorporating another conversation into yours or going dead in mid-conversation. Mobile phones are already very popular, and the internet is getting there.

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Using a telephone
To call a number inside Kyiv just dial the number. To make a longdistance telephone call, dial 0, wait for the dial tone and then dial the city code and number. To call Kyiv from another town, dial 0, wait for the tone, dial Kyivs city code (44) and then the number. To make an international call, dial 0, wait for the tone, and then dial 0 plus the country code, city code and number itself. Ukrainian city codes Cherkasy 47 Kirovohrad 52 Rivne 36 Chernihiv 46 Kyiv 44 Sevastopol 69 Chernivtsi 37 Kyiv Region 45 Simferopol 65 Dnipropetrovsk 56 Luhansk 64 Sumy 54 Donetsk 62 Lutsk 33 Ternopil 35 Ivano-Frankivsk 34 Lviv 32 Uzhhorod 31 Kharkiv 57 Mykolaiv 51 Vinnitsa 43 Kherson 55 Odesa 48 Zaporizhya 61 Khmelnytsky 38 Poltava 53 Zhytoymyr 41 The above Ukrainian city codes should be prefixed with an 0 if dialing from another Ukrainian town. International country codes Australia 61 Germany 49 Poland 48 Austria 43 Greece 30 Romania 40 Belgium 32 Hungary 36 Russia 7 Bulgaria 359 Ireland 353 Spain 34 Canada 1 Israel 972 Sweden 46 Czech Rep. 420 Italy 39 Turkey 90 Denmark 45 Japan 81 Ukraine 380 Finland 358 Moldova 373 UK 44 France 33 Netherlands 31 USA 1 The above International country codes should be prefixed with 0-0 if dialing from inside Ukraine.

Fixed line telephone

Post
Central Post Office C-4, Khreschatyk 22, MMaidan
Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 230 08 38, www.ukrposhta.com. Kyivs main post office cant be missed. The Poshtamt () is on a corner of Maidan Nezalezhnosti opposite the tall monument. A myriad of windows as well as colourful pictures of city landmarks await in the main hall straight ahead. The less intimidating hall to the right offers a wide selection of postcards and hosts a 24-hour Internet caf upstairs. QOpen 08:00 - 21:00. Sun 09:00 - 19:00.

Express mail
00/258 25 00/258 17 66, www.dhl.com.ua. Expresscentres: Business-centre Kyiv-Donbass Pushkinska 42/4, 1st floor M Lva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 490 26 00; Travel Company SAM Ivana Franka 40 B, M Universytet tel. (+380) 44 238 69 85/238 69 51; QOpen 08:00 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.

DHL Vasylkivska 1, MLybidska, tel. (+380) 44 490 26

Federal Express Kikvidze 44, MDruzhby Narodiv, tel. TNT Moskovskyi prosp. 28A, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 207 07 70, fax (+380) 44 207 07 80, www.tnt.com. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00, Sat 09:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun. A UPS H-4, Mechnykova 20, MKlovska, tel. (+380) 44 QOpen 09:00 - 19:00. Closed Sat, Sun.
280 00 00, fax (+380) 44 280 10 19, www.ups.com.

(+380) 44 495 20 20, fax (+380) 44 495 20 39, www. fedex.com. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

Roaming

Internet cafs
Central Post Office C-4, Khreschatyk 22, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 230 08 51. QOpen 24hrs. Vault 13 Computer Club G-4, Chervonoarmiyska
19, MLva Tolstoho. Internet 09:00 - 23:00 3Hr/h, 23:00 - 09:00 2Hr/h, Fri, Sat 3 Hr/h. Consultation 12Hr/h. Printing, scanning. 60 PCs, intranet. QOpen 24hrs.

To call a fixed telephone in Ukraine use +380 followed by the city code and phone number. While calling a mobile phone, use the operators code instead of a city code.

Laptop login
Wi-Fi There are now a number of places in Kyiv which provide Wi-Fi connections to the Internet both for mobile telephones, PDAs with web browsers and laptops with Wi-Fi support. Look for the Wi-Fi symbol in our guide. The service is free at a few hotels and restaurants, but usually the connection costs around 10Hr per hour. To access paid Wi-Fi connections, buy a prepaid card (worth 10, 20, 24, or 50Hr, usually good for one month from the day of activation). You can buy the cards at the reception stands in the hotels and at bars and restaurants. 3G & 4G There are an increasing number of companies in Ukraine offering 3G & 4G service. You need to have a compatible telephone or modem to connect to the Internet. SIM-cards can be found at any one of the service centres of companies mentioned in Mobile phones section above. The same service centres can also refill your account and help with setting up a connection to the Internet.

Mobile phones
There are 2 types of mobile phone numbers in Kyiv: direct numbers (which do not differ from the Kyiv fixed line numbers, and may be dialed as such), and mobile numbers (these should be preceded by 0 and the operators code). SMS may not be sent to direct numbers. Mobile phone calls in Ukraine are relatively cheap and very reliable. You do not need to sign a contract or show your documents to use the local providers service. SIM cards are available in special service centres, mobile phone stores and even on the streets. You can also buy cards to refill your account at these same places.

KyivStar GSM I-4, Ivana Mazepy 24, MArsenalna, tel.

(+380) 44 466 04 66/466 24 66, www.kyivstar.net/en/.

Life E-6, Solomyanska 11A, MVokzalna, tel. (+380)

800 20 54 33, fax (+380) 44 463 70 56, http://life. com.ua.

MTS I-5, Leiptsyzka 15, MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44

240 00 00, www.mts.com.ua/eng.

The Kyiv telephone code is +380 44

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Airline ticket offices
Aeroflot G-3, Saksahanskoho 112A, MVokzalna, tel.
(+380) 44 241 99 98, fax (+380) 44 245 48 81, www. aeroflot.ru. Q Open 09:00 - 17:30, Fri 09:00 - 16:30. Closed Sat, Sun.

Universal Flights Sales Agency B-3, Zolotovoritska 13, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 206 75 76, www. ufsa.com.ua. QOpen 08:00 - 20:00.

Airports
Boryspil State International Airport , tel. (+380) 44 281 72 43/(+380) 44 281 76 90, www.airport-borispol. kiev.ua. Boryspil lies 34km east of the city. Buses and minivans departing roughly every 30 minutes from in front of the Southern Train Station make the trip in an hour or so for a fare of 30Hr - but the schedule can be erratic. Taxis from the centre cost about 150Hr and take from 30 to 45 minutes. Inside the airport, a bar near passport control offers internet access. Check-in is quick, giving you more than enough time to visit the two bars and one duty-free shop in the cavernous departure lounge. Kyiv (Zhulyany) Airport Povitroflotskyi prosp. 92, tel. (+380) 44 242 23 08/(+380) 44 242 23 09, www. airport.kiev.ua. Just 8km from Kyivs centre, Zhulyany can be reached by taxi for 40Hr in 20 minutes. Trolleybus N9 will take you there in 30-40 minutes from South Train Station. Extremely inconsistent shuttle buses run between Zhulyany and Boryspil with intervals from 30 minutes to two hours. QOpen 07:00 - 22:00.

AeroSvit A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 9/2, office 7A, MLva

Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 490 34 90, www.aerosvit.com. QOpen 08:00 - 19:30, Sat, Sun 08:00 - 19:00.

Air Baltic A-3, B.Khmelnytskoho 52, MUniversytet,

tel. (+380) 44 238 26 49/238 26 68, fax (+380) 44 238 62 71, www.airbaltic.com. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

Franko 34/33, 2nd floor, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 492 72 22/390 90 93, www.alitalia.com. QOpen 09:00 - 17:30. Closed Sat, Sun.

Alitalia Compagnia Aerea Italiana S.p.A. A-5, I.

Austrian Airlines A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 9/2, MLva

Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 289 20 32/289 20 33/289 20 34, fax (+380) 44 490 34 94, www.aua.com.ua. QOpen 09:00 - 17:30. Closed Sat, Sun.

British Airways A-3, B.Khmelnytskoho 48B, 6th floor,

MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 585 50 50, fax (+380) 44 585 50 51, www.ba.com. QOpen 09:00 - 17:30. Closed Sat, Sun.

KLM A-3, Ivana Franka 34/33, 2nd floor, MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 490 24 90, fax (+380) 44 495 24 06, www.klm.ua. QOpen 09:30 - 17:30, Sat 10:00 15:00. Closed Sun. A Lufthansa A-3, B.Khmelnytskoho 52, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 490 38 00, fax (+380) 44 490 38 01, www.lufthansa.com. QOpen 09:00 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 16:00. Closed Sun. A Ukraine International Airlines B-3, Lysenka 4,
MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 581 50 50, booking@ ps.kiev.ua, www.flyuia.com. QOpen 08:00 - 19:30, Sun 08:00 - 18:00.

Long-distance buses
Central Bus Station H-5, Moskovska pl. 3, MDemiivska,
tel. (+380) 44 525 57 74. Schedules for departure and arrival are arranged by geographical direction and posted on columns. International destinations are listed opposite the caf area. Questions should be directed to windows 8 and 10 - just dont count on the answer being in English. Two private bus lines have offices inside the station: Autolux (www.autolux.ua) and Gunsel. Their services to major Ukrainian cities offer air conditioning, comfortable seating and refreshments. All Autolux buses make stops first at the central train and then bus stations, and also at Boryspil Airport. You may be better off leaving from a regional bus station providing more extensive routes.

Domestic flight schedule

From Kyiv Days Dep. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 09:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 13:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 07:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 13:45 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:20 1 2 3 4 5 - - 08:45 1 2 3 4 5 - 7 15:20 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 20:45 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 10:00 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 15:05 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 19:15 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 19:50 1 2 3 4 5 - - 07:50 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 19:45 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21:05 1 2 3 4 5 - 7 19:05 1 2 3 4 5 - - 20:05 Arr. 22:00 10:00 14:00 08:20 22:40 15:00 22:30 09:50 16:25 22:05 22:30 11:30 16:40 20:50 21:20 09:00 15:10 22:40 21:10 22:30 20:45 21:20 City DNIPROPETROVSK (AeroSvit) DNIPROPETROVSK (AeroSvit) DNIPROPETROVSK (AeroSvit) DONETSK (AeroSvit) DONETSK (AeroSvit) DONETSK (AeroSvit) IVANO-FRANKIVSK (AeroSvit) KHARKIV (AeroSvit) KHARKIV (AeroSvit) KHARKIV (AeroSvit) LUHANSK (AeroSvit) LVIV (AeroSvit) LVIV (AeroSvit) LVIV (AeroSvit) LVIV (PS) ODESA (AeroSvit) ODESA (AeroSvit) ODESA (PS) SIMFEROPOL (AeroSvit) SIMFEROPOL (AeroSvit) UZHGOROD (AeroSvit) ZAPORIZHIYA (AeroSvit) To Kyiv Days Dep. 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 19:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 07:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 11:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 09:20 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 19:50 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 06:40 1 2 3 4 5 - - 06:50 1 2 3 4 5 - - 10:35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 18:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 07:00 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 16:00 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 09:40 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 17:45 1 - 3 4 5 6 7 07:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 09:00 1 2 3 4 5 - - 17:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 19:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 07:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 18:10 1 2 3 4 5 - - 06:30 1 2 3 4 5 - - 07:20 Arr. 20:00 08:00 12:00 10:45 21:00 18:20 07:45 07:55 11:40 19:05 08:45 17:30 11:15 19:05 08:30 10:05 18:40 20:40 08:25 19:40 08:10 08:35

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Car rental
20 10, fax (+380) 44 502 20 14, www.avis.com.ua/ en. Also at: Boryspil Airport, Terminal F tel.: (+380) 44 591 , 70 09, boryspil@avis.com.ua. QOpen 08:00 - 17:00. Closed Sat, Sun. A Budget H-3, Ivana Lepse 4, MBeresteiska, tel. (+380) 44 490 10 88, info@budget.ua, www.budget.ua. Also at Boryspil airport , tel.: (+380) 44 591 69 87. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. A Europcar H-3, Gorkoho 48A, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 238 26 91, fax (+380) 44 238 26 92, ua@europcar. relc.com, www.europcar.ua. Car and minivan rental. Chauffeur service is available. Q A Hertz Rent a Car Zdolbunivska 7D, MPozniaky, tel. (+380) 44 492 32 70, fax (+380) 44 492 32 73, www. hertz.ua/en. One-way rentals. Chauffeur available. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. A Sixt G-2, Dmytrievska 46, MVokzalna, tel. (+380) 44 490 81 58, www.sixt.ua. Minimal rental period - 24hrs. QA

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Trains
Central/Southern Train Station G-3, Vokzalna pl. 1,
MVokzalna, tel. (+380) 44 465 21 11, www.uz.gov.ua. Large departure and arrival schedules are on the walls in both stations. More schedule and ticket information can be accessed using computers that look like ATMs in the main halls. Windows N40 and 41 for foreigners and international trains are located in the southern station. Almost all trains contain three classes: SV, two-person compartments; coupe, four-person compartments; and platskart, harder beds and no compartments.

Domestic train schedule

From Kyiv City Dep. Arr. 18:00 20:30 (1-7) CHERNIHIV (1-7) 18:36 09:44 (1-7) CHERNIVTSI (1-7) 06:41 12:30 (1-7) DNIPROPETROVSK (1-7) 17:15 23:00 (1-7) DNIPROPETROVSK (1-7) 19:21 07:10 (1-7) DONETSK (1-7) 17:30 23:20 (1-7) KHARKIV (1-7) 22:25 23:20 (1-7) KHARKIV (1-7) 21:44 10:15 (1-7) KHERSON (1-7) 01:41 10:46 (1-7) KHMELNYTSKIY (1-7) 17:04 23:29 (2-7) LVIV (1,3-7) 22:15 06:32 (1-7) LVIV (1-7) 16:20 09:25 (1-7) LUHANSK (1-7) 19:03 05:55 (1-7) MYKOLAIV (1-7) 15:25 05:13 (1-7) ODESA (1-7) 22:59 08:50 (1-7) ODESA (1-7) 17:51 08:45 (1-7) SIMFEROPOL (1-7) 12:52 06:16 (1-7) SEVASTOPOL (1-7) 20:21 13:06 (1-7) SEVASTOPOL (1-7) 18:42 11:31 (1-7) UZHHOROD (1-7) 20:27 06:42 (1-7) ZAPORIZHYA (1-7) To Kyiv Dep. Arr. 17:24 20:20 16:44 08:04 17:45 23:34 07:00 12:45 19:25 07:05 16:27 20:30 11:44 06:35 19:27 18:55 19:16 18:42 23:00 16:26 13:24 18:20 15:55 19:25 07:01 12:55 22:17 09:21 19:48 13:00 10:35 11:32 05:37 06:48 07:37 07:41 07:08 11:21 09:53 05:58

International train schedule

From Kyiv City Dep. Arr. 17:36 22:37 ( 2,3,5,7) ASTANA (2,4,6,7) 06:20 22:30 (5) BAKU (1) 08:00 07:30 (1-7) BERLIN (1-7) 23:58 05:24 (2,3,5-7) BRATISLAVA (1,2,4,5,7) 09:53 09:47 (1-7) BUDAPEST (1-7) 15:40 19:13 (1-7) BUCHAREST (1-7) 01:40 20:12 (1-7) CHISINAU (1-7) 20:42 15:25 ( 1-7) KRAKOW (1-7) 18:18 06:01 (1-7) MINSK (1-7) 14:35 05:33 (1-7) MOSCOW (1-7) 19:07 09:00 (1-7) MOSCOW (1-7) 20:09 06:39 (1-7) MOSCOW (1-7) 20:42 06:48 (1-7) PRAGUE (1-7) 20:42 09:26 (1-7) PRZEMYSL (1-7) 15:40 06:05 (1-7) SOFIA (1-7) 09:35 10:44 (1-7) ST.-PETERSBURG (1-7) 13:10 07:00 (1-7) WARSAW (1-7) 20:42 20:27 (1-7) WROCLAW (1-7) 23:58 06:58 (2,3,5-7) VIENNA (1,2,4,5,7) 09:53 07:16 (7) VENICE (3) 09:53 22:22 (4) ZAGREB (6) To Kyiv Dep. Arr. 11:15 09:52 23:30 16:15 21:13 22:52 13:47 20:00 18:15 06:38 11:50 13:05 20:50 16:46 20:23 23:23 21:24 16:53 19:30 21:20 21:04 08:15 11:28 21:27 07:20 20:00 09:29 02:04 10:21 08:50 05:10 07:47 08:80 10:21 10:21 09:29 20:20 14:40 10:21 20:00 20:00 20:00

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PUbLiC TrAnsPOrT
A plethora of mass transit options are available to get you around Kyiv. However, the existing trolleybuses (electric buses), trams (streetcars), buses, metro, microbuses and minivans are not enough to prevent frequent overcrowding. Dont take the jostling personally, dont inhale too deeply but do give up your seat to the elderly and mothers with children. Public transport starts running around 05:45 and closes down a bit after midnight.

Funicular
Since 1905, Kyivs funicular has carried passengers between Podil, on the bank of the Dnipro, and the heights of Mykhailivska ploscha. It offers not only a means of getting from A to B, but also a rising panoramic view of the Dnipro River and the forested left bank. After perusing the art and souvenirs of Andrews Descent (Andriivskyi uzviz), you may forego Andrews Ascent and catch the funicular at Poshtova ploscha metro. You will be delivered just behind the spectacular St. Michaels Cathedral. Fares are 1.50Hr for adults, and children under seven ride free. ets are good for one journey only. 30 day pass for trolleys, trams and buses cost 160Hr. 30 day combo-pass for all types of surface transport can also be bought at kiosks and go for 230Hr.

The metro
The metro is the jewel of the Kyiv transport system. While traffic snarls vehicles above ground, trains underground deliver passengers in a more timely and reliable fashion. Thoughtprovoking Soviet designs inside stations help pass the time while waiting for the next train. Life isnt perfect, though, and neither is the metro. Personal space can become alarmingly tight, especially during rush hour and at night when trains run less frequently. Kyivites like to grumble about the recent fare hikes, but fees are, in fact, dirt cheap relative to those in other European cities. Purchase your one way blue token for 2Hr from the expressionless booth attendant or from the automatic dispensers. Proceed to the row of gates, insert your token and wait a second for the red light to turn green so the jaws of death dont maim you. Monthly passes can be purchased from all token booths and are good from the first of the month. Pass rates are as follows: 15 days - 48Hr, 30 days - 95Hr.

Microbuses and minivans

The privately-owned marshrutkas () or route taxis (usually yellow) stop at bus stops along specified routes. Many run the same routes as trolleys or buses and use the same numbers. Otherwise, try to read the main stops posted on the vehicles windshield or side window before it speeds by. Marshrutkas will definitely get you from A to B faster than other forms of municipal transport, as they are smaller and more manoeuvrable; an important feature on Kyivs jammed roads. Just flag it down as you would a taxi, then tell the driver na zupyntsi, budlaska (on the stop, please) when youve had enough. Fares are paid as you board and currently range from 2 to 3Hr, but are likely to increase. You dont have to punch your ticket and there are no monthly passes available.

Trolleybuses, trams and buses

These are favoured by schoolchildren, the working class and babushkas and dedushkas. They wont get you anywhere in a hurry, but they do provide an intriguing look into everyday Ukrainian life. Single tickets for trolleys, trams and buses can be purchased for 1.50Hr from street kiosks or from conductors and the driver on board. You should immediately validate your ticket using one of the many punching gadgets around you. If not, you risk being intimidated into paying a 40Hr fine by not one but two roaming inspectors. All tick-

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Kontraktova Ploscha Poshtova Ploscha

Lisova Chernihivska Darnytsia Livoberezhna

Khreschatyk Zoloti Vorota Teatralna Universytet

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Hydropark Chervonyi Khutir Boryspilska Vyrlytsia Kharkivska Pozniaky Osokorky

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Shopping malls
10:00 - 21:00. PAULW Dream Town N-2, Obolonskiy prosp. 1B, MObolon, Minska, tel. (+380) 44 428 36 11, www.dreamtown.kiev.ua. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00. PAUL Globus C-4, Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Underground), MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 590 18 93/590 18 96, www.globus.com.ua. QOpen 10:00 - 21:00. Metrograd B-5, Bessarabska ploscha (underground), MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 247 56 65, www.metrograd.com. QOpen 10:00 - 21:00. Sky Mall E-2, Henerala Vatutina 2T, MPetrivka, tel. (+380) 44 371 41 30, www.skymall.ua. QOpen 10:00 22:00. PAUL

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Bilshovyk E-2, Vadyma Hetmana 6, MShuliavska, tel. (+380) 44 200 07 54, www.trc-bolshevik.com. QOpen

Antiques
Antique Centre D-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 3, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 12 37. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Antiques Salon H-3, Gorkoho 11, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 287 37 58. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Belle Epoque C-2, Andriivskyi uzviz 34, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 278 39 55. QOpen 11:00 - 18:00. Gelos D-3, Sahaidachnoho 14, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 531 99 27. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00.

Fashion
Atelier 1 A-4, Shevchenka bulv. 10 (entrance from the yard), tel. (+380) 44 288 05 50/599 31 80, art@atelier1. com.ua. The only truly concept store in Ukraine based at the former cold war bunker right at the heart of Kyiv. Atelier 1s selling the most conceptual collections of menswear and womenswear from Japan and France (Comme des Garcons, Junya Watanabe, Peachoo and Krejberg, Comme des Garcons Parfums. Accessories, Bags) and Ukrainian Designers international collections. The Shop is divided into zones: collection rooms, Boiler room, Parfum Vault and Strong room. New format of Canteen is available. QOpen 11:00 - 20:00. PA6LW

Food & Drink

Furshet B-5, Baseina 4, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 230 95 21. QOpen 00:00 - 24:00. Also at: G-1, Yaroslavska 57, tel. 417 03 50. Open 24 hrs. L-2, Lunacharskoho 22, tel. 593 27 80. Open 09:00 -23:00. E-4, Starovokzalna 23, tel. 234 57 42. Open 07:00 - 23:00. G-6, Gorkoho 165, tel. 521 16 20. Open 00:00 - 24:00. Megamarket H-4, Gorkoho 50, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 248 73 87. Q Open 09:00 - 24:00. Also at: N-5, Moskovskyi prospect 6, open 09:00 - 24:00; F-3, Surikova 3, open 09:00 - 23:00. A

Kids
Antoshka I-4, Lesi Ukrainky bulv. 19/16, MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 286 26 21. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. A Daniel C-5, Myzeinyi prov. 2B, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 69 00. QOpen 11:00 - 20:00. A Kazka Nova H-3, Chervonoarmyiska 54, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 287 27 02. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. A Lapin House A-5, H-3, Shota Rustaveli 34, MPalats Sportu, tel. (+380) 44 246 68 16. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. kyiv.inyourpocket.com Winter 2011 - 2012

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The IB World School in Kyiv
PECHERSK SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL, KYIV
www.psi.kiev.ua 7a, Victora Zabily Str. Tel: (+38044) 455-9585 Fax: (+38044) 455-9580 communication@psi.kiev.ua

24-hours Pharmacies
Apteka #24 A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 10, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 235 43 08. sytet, tel. (+380) 44 235 50 17. Falbi D-1, Mezhyhirska 3/7, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 00 40.

and TORCh infections (PCR detection method). Complex diagnostic programmes (therapy, cardiology, gastroenterology, immunology and allergology). QOpen 24hrs, Sat 08:00 - 20:00, Sun 08:00 - 18:00. A

Bosm Pharm A-3, T.Shevchenka bulv. 17, MUniver-

Beauty salons
Dessange B-4, Volodymyrska 49A, MZoloti Vorota, tel.
(+380) 44 569 60 00, www.dessange.com.ua. Also at C-3, Hyatt Regency Hotel, tel. (+380) 44 537 63 00. QOpen 08:00 - 21:00. A

Dobrobut G-1, Pymonenka 10, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 495 28 88/(+380) 44 495 28 88, www. med.dobrobut.com. Emergency services, consultations for adults and children, in-patient unit, diagnostics, medical assistance and transportation of patients within Kyiv, Ukraine and abroad. Also at Tatarska 2E; Povitroflotskyi prosp. 38; prosp. Komarova 3, corp. 5. QOpen 24hrs. Laboratory Dr. Roedger I-4, Staronavodnytska 13 section A, office 48, MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 569 28 28, info@medlab.kiev.ua. Offers a full range of laboratory analyses. Samples are sent twice a week to Berlin in Germany for processing. They will give you a full run-down of your clinical health. QOpen 09:00 - 19:00, Sat 09:00 15:00. Closed Sun.

Diva Health & Beauty Centre A-3, B.Khmelnytskoho SPA Naturel C-3, Tarasovoi 5A, Hyatt Regency Kyiv

53/53, Opera Hotel, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 492 74 92, www.opera-hotel.com.

Hotel, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 581 12 40, www.kiev.regency.hyatt.com. QOpen 08:00 - 21:00.

Dentists
Avanto D-1, Kostiantynivska 22/17A, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 531 37 97, www.avanto.com. ua. QOpen 09:00 - 21:00. MedLife Elite F-1, Yakira 10A, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 238 66 26. QOpen 00:00 - 24:00. MedLife Lux O-2, Heroiv Stalingrada 20, MMinska, tel. (+380) 44 412 21 23. QOpen 00:00 - 24:00. Prisma D-3, Sahaidachnoho 25, MPoshtova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 425 14 04. QOpen 08:00 - 20:00.

Clinics & Hospitals

American Medical Centre F-1, Berdychivska 1,
MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 490 76 00, www. amcenters.com. Individual, family and corporate medical plans. Childrens health. Women health. 24hrs emergency visit, hospitalisation or evacuation abroad. QOpen 24hrs.

44 239 12 23, www.cmd.kiev.ua. A full spectrum of laboratory tests with results within 24hrs. Urologist, andrologist, sexopathologist. Gynaecologist, gynaecologist-endocrinologist. Molecular. diagnostics of all sexually transmitted

CMD G-1, Pymonenka 10A, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380)

Dry cleaners & laundries

Alberti Angelo A-5, Lva Tolstoho 6, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 50 702 59 66. Also at: Basseina 3, tel. (+380) 67 235 87 92; B.Khmelnytskoho 68, tel. (+380) 44 234 62 39. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
tel. (+380) 44 238 21 93. Also at: C-3, Desiatynna 13, tel. (+380) 67 657 07 11; A-5, Shota Rustaveli 4, tel. (+380) 44 234 21 93; A-3, I.Franko 24A, tel. (+380) 44 234 61 05. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

UnMomento B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 16B, MZoloti Vorota,

Swiss Dry Cleaner Cinderella I-5, Mala Zhytomyrska 5, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 278 20 96. Also at: D-1, Schekavytska 9A, tel. (+380) 44 417 14 33; A-1, Turgenivska 80, tel. (+380) 44 486 88 91. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.

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Opticians
(+380) 44 291 01 91, www.ailas.com.ua. In this clinic you will find the latest laser technology and modern methods of treatment are used in this centre of ophthalmologic and aesthetic medicine. Patients are provided with a wide spectrum of solutions, from therapy to laser surgery, to improve their quality of life. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00.

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Language courses
Echo Eastern Europe J-4, Lesi Ukrainky bulv. 29, MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 361 86 50/(+380) 68 707 48 47, www.echoee.com. Russian and Ukrainian. Oneto-one and group classes with professional tutors. Flexible approach. QOpen 08:00 - 21:00. Closed Sun. English language centr e I-4, Kutuzova 4A,
MPecherska, tel. (+380) 44 581 19 89, www.elckiev. org. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

bukhina 45, MNyvky, tel. (+380) 44 451 78 39, www. monarchila.kiev.ua. Lessons and courses in Russian, Ukrainian, English, German and French. QOpen 10:00 18:00, Sat 10:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun.

Monarch International Language Academy Tol-

More than 20 kinds of massages and SPA treatments High-quali ed masseurs from Bangkok, ailand Relax atmosphere Discount programs and club cards Gi certi cates

Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 234 12 70/(+380) 44 237 77 50, www.learnrussiankiev.com. One of the top the Russian-language training institutes. NovaMova provides conversational practice, guest speaker lectures, Russian movie club, field trips and various sightseeing tours QOpen 08:00 - 21:00. PA

Novamova B-3, Yaroslaviv Val 14V, office 28, MZoloti

Massage
Kinari Oriental SPA A-3, Ivana Franka 40, MUniversytet, tel. (+380) 44 234 53 40/(+380) 93 620 60 40, www.kinari-spa.com.ua.Just what Kyivs city centre needed: traditional Thai massage and oriental SPA treatments. Qualified therapists are on hand to heal both body and soul and help put a bit of calming balance back into your hectic life. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00.

Swedish Massage tel. (+380) 44 816 26 38, www.

pleasure-massage.com. Swedish massage centre offers relaxing classical massage services. QOpen 24hrs.

International schools
Collge Franais Anne de Kiev A-3, Chapaieva 21,
MZoloti Vorota, tel. (+380) 44 200 19 93, fax (+380) 44 200 19 97, secretariat-kiev@ecolefr@com.ua, www. adk.org.ua. Primary and secondary school (3-17 years). French cirriculum. QOpen 08:00 - 17:00.

Pecher sk Scho ol International Zabily 7A,

MLybidska, tel. (+380) 44 455 95 85, www.psi. kiev.ua.

The British International School (Primary) Scherbakova 36A, MNyvky, tel. (+380) 44 400 20 77, primary@ bisk.kiev,ua, www.britishschool.kiev.ua. The British International School (Secondary) Tolbukhina 45, MNyvky, tel. (+380) 44 400 21 10, reception@britishschool.kiev.ua, www.britishschool.kiev.ua.

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Accountants & Consulting

29, MKhreshatyk, tel. (+380) 44 362 58 00/(+380) 44 581 12 20, fax (+380) 44 581 12 22, info@acsoinua. com, www.acsoinua.com. Apple Consulting A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 9/2, office 8, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 495 27 28, fax (+380) 44 495 27 70, www.applecons.com.ua. Deloitte & Touche H-3, Zhylianska 48-50A, Deloitte Business centre, MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 44 490 90 00, fax (+380) 44 490 90 01, www.deloitte.com.ua. Grant Thornton F-1, Dehtiarivska 4A, MLukyanivska, tel. (+380) 44 230 47 78, fax (+380) 44 230 48 40, www.gtukraine.com. Ernst & Young B-4, Khreschatyk 19A, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 490 30 00, fax (+380) 44 490 30 30, www.ey.com/ua. KPMG C-3, Mykhailivska 11, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 490 55 07, fax (+380) 490 55 08, www. kpmg.kiev.ua. PricewaterhouseCoopers G-3, Zhylianska 75, MVokzalna, tel. (+380) 44 490 67 77, fax (+380) 44 490 67 38, www.pwc.com.

Accounting Solutions C-6, Instytutska 19B, office

National Bank of Ukraine

Business connections
American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine H-4,
Amosova 12, MPalats Ukraina, tel. (+380) 44 490 58 00, fax (+380) 44 490 58 01, www.chamber.ua.

C-4, M.Hrushevskoho 34A, suite 42, MArsenalna, tel. (+380) 44 410 57 20, fax (+380) 44 230 21 51, adminstrator@bucc. com.ua, www.bucc.com.ua.

British Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce (BUCC)

chatyk, tel./fax (+380) 44 278 18 71.

Chief Department of Foreign Economic Relations and Investments B-4, Khreschatyk 44, MKhresEuropean Business Association (EBA) D-2,
Andriivskyi uzviz 1A, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 496 06 01, fax (+380) 44 496 06 02, office@ eba.com.ua, www.eba.com.ua.

Banks
OTP Bank A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 9/2, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 800 300 0 50, www.otpbank.com. ua/enb. QOpen 09:30 - 17:00. Closed Sat, Sun. Raiffeisen Bank Aval C-4, Khreschatyk 16, MMaidan Nezalezhnosti, tel. (+380) 44 279 08 71, info@aval.ua, www.aval.ua/en. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. Closed Sat, Sun. Lunch time 13:00 - 14:00. SEB Bank A-5, H-3, Chervonoarmiiska 10, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 238 67 67, www.seb.ua. QOpen 09:00 - 17:00. Closed Sat, Sun.
1 = 10.70Hr; US$1 = 7.99Hr; 1 = 12.49Hr

(+380) 44 482 01 90, fax (+380) 44 482 36 93, www. gdip.com.ua.

General Direction of Attendance to Foreign Representatives B-3, Striletska 14, MZoloti Vorota, tel.

Lawyers
Gvozdiy & Oberkovych C-5, Instytutska 19B, office 29, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 581 12 20/(+380) 44 581 12 21, fax (+380) 44 581 12 22, info@golaw. ua, www.golaw.ua. CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz C-5, Instytutska 19B, 5th floor, MKhreshatyk, tel. (+380) 44 503 35 46, fax (+380) 44 503 35 49, www.cms-rrh.com.

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Gentlemans Clubs
tel. (+380) 44 240 76 68. Show bar Marilyn is situated in the basement of the beerhouse Talgen. It offers a non-stop programme of erotic shows featuring beautiful dancers. Private shows and VIP-rooms are also available. Admission 40Hr. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. PAULGS

Marilyn A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 32A, MLva Tolstoho,

Tsvetochnyi Nosorog strip-club Dniprovska Naberezhna, 7, MLivoberezhna, tel. (+380) 44 490 54 44, www.nosorog.com.ua. Located on the left bank of the Dnipro River, Tsvetochnyi Nosorog is easy reachable by minivans from Livoberezhna metro station. A cosy venue with 7 VIP-rooms. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 100Hr for men, 150Hr for women. PALS Zvezdnyi Nosorog on Podil H-1, Verhniy Val 66/7, MKontraktova Ploscha, tel. (+380) 44 490 71 17, www.nosorog.com.ua. Recently opened and we may say - the biggest gentlemen club in Kyiv. To reach the place follow from Kontraktova Ploscha metro station towards Dnipro river. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 100Hr for men, 150Hr for women. Zolotoy Nosorog A-5, Chervonoarmiyska 5, 3rd floor, MLva Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 496 37 47, www. nosorog.com.ua. A part of Nosorog strip clubs chain Zolotoy occupied the 3rd floor of the most luxurious Arena City entertainment centre. The club can accommodate 65 guests and has 7 private rooms. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 100Hr for men, 150Hr for women.

Miatniy Nosorog Strip bar H-4, Chervonoarmiyska 111/113, MPalats Ukraina, tel. (+380) 44 529 20 00, www.nosorog.com.ua. A cosy little place that hosts as many as 40 people. There are 8 private tables, Indian dcor with plastered illustrations from Kamasutra, a bar and European cuisine. Beer costs 20-25Hr. Main dishes are around 60Hr. Also at Artema 37/41, tel. (+380) 44 529 20 00.QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 100Hr for men, 150Hr for women.
Pushkinska 5-7/29, MTeatralna, tel. (+380) 44 537 45 32, www.paradise-cabaret.com.ua. Located on the fifth floor of Premier Palace Hotel this club keeps the greatest traditions of Parisian cabaret. Luxurious red velvet with gold and crystal interior will surely make you fill yourself in Paradise, so you should just relax and enjoy womens beauty. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 150Hr for men, 200Hr for women. PALS Tolstoho, tel. (+380) 44 494 09 14, www.solidgold. ua. Recently opened gentleman club offers its visitors cosy, stylish interior and amazing shows. Except for the main hall, a club offers guests a VIP lounge and Chill out zone. Solid Gold is located on the 2nd floor of Arena Entertainment Complex. Reserve a table in advance, especially on weekends. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Admission: 150Hr for men, 200Hr for women. PALS

Paradise Cabaret A-5, T.Shevchenka bulv./

Solid Gold B-5, Chervonoarmiyska 5, 2nd floor, MLva

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Gay Kyiv
Androgyn Harmatna 26/2, MShuliavska, tel. (+380)
44 496 19 83, www.gay-club.com.ua. The citys first gay night-spot underwent remodeling and got a new name in the process. The Soviet-style exterior is now a far cry from its ultra-hip interior. Androgyns distinguishing features are intimate dark rooms. QOpen 20:00 - 06:00. Closed Mon, Tue, Wed. Admission Thu, Sun 20Hr for men, 50Hr for women, Fri 60Hr/100Hr, Sat 80Hr/100Hr. PA

(+380) 44 278 05 48. This caf has three halls: disco, hookah and a restaurant. The menu offers reasonably priced European cuisine. Music is presented in European radio format. A travesty show, and a men and women strip show are just a couple of this cafs highlights. QOpen 10:00 - 03:00. Mon-Tue 20Hr for men, 30Hr for women, Wed-Thu 30Hr/40Hr, Fri-Sun - 50Hr/70Hr. PA

Cyber caf B-4, Prorizna 21, MKhreschatyk, tel.

forgattable massage from beautiful ladies. You can either visit massage salon in the city centre or order massage at your place. QOpen 24hrs. Lily MOlimpiyska, tel. (+380) 67 525 16 99. The pretty girls - professionals in erotic massage will meet you in this salon and make you stay full of pleasure. QOpen 24hrs. Rakuena B-5, Kruglouniversytetska 4B, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 568 29 47, www.rakuena.com. The tender hands of Rakuenas charming girls and boys promise to release you from muscular and nervous strain, recover your strength, and give you a feeling of bliss and joy of life. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. Roksolana tel. (+380) 44 227 95 10/(+380) 67 833 33 66/(+380) 63 144 11 10, www.roksolana-massage. com.ua. Proffesionals in erotic massage will make your stay full of pleasure. QOpen 24hrs.

Lilit tel. (+380) 44 228 87 28, www.lilit.kiev.ua. Un-

Pomada (Lipstick) B-4, Zankovetskoi 6, MKhreschatyk, tel. (+380) 44 279 55 52. This is an lite club for people with non-traditional orientation that offers parties, concerts, and a disco with popular DJs. During
the day it is a restaurant that offers European cuisine. QOpen 18:00 - 06:00, Fri 18:00 - 08:00. PAL

Massage
Body massage tel. (+380) 93 770 33 22. The beautiful and professional masseurs help you to relax and enjoy the art of erotic massage. Open round-the-clock and is available at your place.QOpen 24 hrs. Chocolate tel. (+380) 96 545 34 44/(+380) 63
233 00 67/(+380) 44 233 00 67, www.chocolatestudio.com.ua. Beautiful professional girls giving erotic Thai and the parlours own brand of chocolate massage. QOpen 24 hrs.

Cleo Relax Studio tel. (+380) 44 362 82 06/(+380) 98 840 95 48. Cleo Studio offers all kinds of massages, including aroma spa, sport, Thai and Japanese massages. QOpen 24 hrs. Euphoria tel. (+380) 98 042 42 09. Proffesionals in erotic massage will make your stay full of pleasure. The salons policy implies massage without intimacy. QOpen 24hrs. Imperia B-2, Vorovskoho 1, tel. (+380) 44 237 07 71/ (+380) 50 383 54 85, www.imperia-mas.kiev.ua. This massage salon promises a world of physical relaxation and all the enjoyment your erotic imagination can muster. The talanted masseuses grant you harmony of soul and body 24hrs. QOpen 00:00 - 24:00. Kyiv In Your Pocket kyiv.inyourpocket.com

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E-2 Kovpaka H/I-5 Kozhumiatska C-1/2, H-1 Koziatynska J-4 Krasnodonska G-3/4 Kropyvnytskoho B-5, I-3 Kruhlouniversytetska B-5, I-3 Krutohirna F/G-5 Kudriashova G-3/4 Kudriavskyi uzviz B-1, G-1/2 Kupianska G-5 Kurenivska L-4, M-3/4 Kurska F-3 Kutuzova I/J-4 Kyrylo-Mefodiivska F-2 Lva Tolstoho A-4/5, G/H-3 Lvivska pl. B-2, H-2 Laboratorna H-4 Laboratornyi prov. H/I-4 Laiosha Havro N-3, O-3/4 Lavrskyi prov. J-3 Lebedieva-Kumacha E-3 Leiptsyzka J-3/4 Lesi Ukrainky bulv. A-6, I-3/4, J-4 Lesi Ukrainky pl. I-4 Lieskova I-4 Liniina G/H-4 Litnia I-4 Liuteranska B-4/5, I-2/3 Lokomotyvna G-3/4 Lubenska I-5 Luhova L/M-2 Lukashevycha F/G-3 Lukianivska C-1, G/H-1 Lukianivska pl. G-1 Lybidska G-3 Lypska C-6, I-3 Lysenka A/B-3, H-2 Lyvarska L-4 M. Pryimachenko bulv. I-4/5, J-4 Maiborody F-1 Maidan Nezalezhnosti C-4, I-2 Makarivska L-5/6 Maksyma Kryvonosa F-4 Mala Zhytomyrska C-3/4, H-2 Malopidvalna B-3/4, H-2 Marka Vovchka L-3 Marshala Malynovskoho M-2, M/N-3, O-2 Marshala Rybalka F/G-2 Marshala Tymoshenka M-2, N-1/2 Martyrosiana E-3/4 Mate Zalky O-3/4 Matrosova I-5 Mechnykova B-6, I-3 Mekhanizatoriv F/G-4 Melnykova F/G-1 Mendelieieva I-5 Metalistiv E-2 Mezhyhirska D-1/2, H-1, N-6 Michurina J-4/5 Minska pl. N-2/3 Mitskevycha E-3 Moldavska G-1 Molodohvardiiska E-4 Montazhnykiv G/H-5 Moskovska J-3 Moskovska pl. H-5 Moskovskyi prosp. L/O-4 Murashka F/G-1 Muzeinyi prov. C-4/5, I-2 Mykhaila Hrushevskoho C-4/6, D-6, I-2, I/J-3 Mykhaila Myshyna E-4 Mykhaila Zadniprovskoho I-4 Mykhailivska pl. C-3, H-2 Mykhailivskyi prov. B-3/4, C-3, H-2 Mykoly Amosova G/H-4 Mykoly Hrinchenka H-4/5 Mykoly Kravchenka F/G-2, G-1 Mykoly Ostrovskoho G-3 Mykoly Pymonenka A-1, G-1/2 Mykoly Raievskoho I-4/5 Mylnyi prov. M/N-6 Naberezhne shose D-3/6, I-2, J-2/3, K-4 Naberezhno-Khreschatytska D-3, I-1 Naberezhno-Luhova N/O-6 Naberezhno-Pecherska K-4/5 Naddniprianske shose K-4/5 Nahirna L/M-6 Nahirnyi prov. L-6 Nakhimova M-5/6 Narodna G-4/5, F-5 Narodnoho Opolchennia E-4/5 Narodnyi prov. G-4 Nechuia-Levytskoho G-5 Nemyrovycha-Danchenka I-4 Nesterova E-1/2 Nimanska I/J-5 Novokostiantynivska M-5/6 Novopecherskyi prov.I-4, H/I-4 Novovokzalna G-4 Nyzhnoyurkivska G/H-1 Nyzhnokliuchova E-3 Nyzhnii Val C/D-1, H-1 Obolonska H-1, O-6 Obolonska naberezhna O-1/3 Obolonskyi prosp. N-1/5 Observatorna A/B-2, G/H-2 Olhynska C-5, I-2 Olehivska C-1, H-1 Olenivska N-6 Oleny Telihy E-1, L-4/5 O. Honchara A-2, B-3, G/H-2 Oranzhereina E-1 Ostapa Vyshni I-5 Ostrovskoho F/G-3 Ostrovskoho prov. F-3 Osvity F-4 Otto Shmidta G-1 Ovrutska L-6 Ozerna F-4 Pankivska G/H-3 Panasa Myrnoho I-3, J-4 Panfilovtsiv J-4 Panfilovtsiv prov. J-4 Parkova doroha D-5/6, I-2, J-2/3 Patrisa Lumumby I-4/5 Pavla Pestelia G-2/3 Pavlivska G-2 Pechenizka G-1 Pecherska pl. I-4 Pecherskyi uzviz I-3 Peremohy pl. G-2 Peremohy prosp. E/G-2 Perspektyvna I-4 Pervomaiskoho B-6, I-3 Petra Dehtiarenka L-1/3 Petra Kryvonosa pl. G-3 Petra Nischynskoho F-3 Petrivska B-1, H-1 Petrivska aleia C/D-4, I-2 Petrovskoho E-3 Pidhirna G-1 Pidvysotskoho I/J-5 Piterska E-3 Platonivska F/G-3 Pochainynska H/I-1, O-6 Podilskyi uzviz L-5/6 Pokrovska D-2, H-1 Polova E-2/3 Polovyi prov. E-2 Poliarna L/M-1 Politekhnichna E/F-2 Politekhnichnyi prov. F-2 Polovetska G-1 Poltavska G-2 Polzunova G-3 Poshtova pl. D-3, I-1 Povitroflotskyi prosp. F-2/4, E-4/5 Predslavynska H-4, I-5 Profinternu H-5 Prorizna B-4, H-2 Protasiv Yar G/H-4 Providnytska G-3/4 Pryozerna O-4 Pryrichna O-1 Pryvitna G-4 Przhevalskoho F/G-5 Pskovska H-5 Puhachova L-6 Puliuia F-5 Pushkinska A-5, A/C-4, H-2/3 Pylypa Kozytskoho F-3 Pylypa Orlyka C-5/6, I-3 Pyriatynska J-4 Redutna J-4 Redutnyi prov. J-4 Riznytska I/J-3 Rybalska I/J-3 Rybna F-5 Sadova C-5, I-2 Sahaidachnoho D-2/3, H/I-1 Saksahanskoho G-2, G/H-3 Santiaho-de-Chili pl. O-2 Saperne Pole I-4/5 Schekavytska D-1, H-1 Schorsa H/I-4 Schorsa prov. I-4 Semena Skliarenka L-4 Semenivska G-4/5 Serhiia Strutynskoho J-4/5 Sevastopolska pl. E-4 Sholudenka F-2 Shota Rustaveli A-5, H-3 Shovkovychna B/C-5, I-2/3 Shuliavska F-2 Shyshkinskyi prov. L/M-6 Sichnevyi prov. J-3 Simii Khokhlovykh E/F-1 Skovorody D-2, H/I-1 Slavy pl. J-3 Smilianska E-4 Smolenska E-2 Smyrnova-Lastochkina B-2, C-1, H-1/2 Sofiiska pl. B/C-3, H-2 Sofiivska B-3, C-3/4, H-2 Soliana G-1 Solomianska F/G-4 Solomianska pl. F-3 Sotsialistychna E/F-4 Spaska D-2, H/I-1 Sportyvna pl. A-5/6, H-3 Stadionna F/G-3 Stadionnyi prov. F/G-3 Stara Poliana G-1 Starokyivska F-2 Staronavodnytska I/J-4 Starovokzalna G-2/3 Striletska B-3, H-2 Studentska G-1 Surykova F-3 Suvorova J-3 Symona Petliury G-3 Tarasa Shevchenka bulv A-3/5, G-2, H-3 Tarasivska H-3 Tatarska G-1 Telmana H-4 Terokhina L-5 Tereschenkivska A-4, H-3 Tolstoho Lva pl. A-5, H-3 Topoleva F-3 Tovarna I-5 Trokhsviatytelska C-3/4, H/I-2 Travneva G-5 Trukhanivska I/J-1 Tsytadelna J-3/4 Tulchynska L-5 Tulska pl. N-4 Turgenevska A-1 Turivska N/O-6 Tverska I-4, H-5 Tverskyi tupyk I-4 Tykha I-5 Tymiriazievska J-5 Tymofiia Shamryla E-1 Umanska E/F-3 Universytetska F-4/5, G-5 Urytskoho F/G-3 Ushynskoho E-3/4 Vadyma Hetmana E-2/3 Vandy Vasylevskoi F-2 Vasylia Yana H-3 Velyka Zhytomyrska B-2, C-3, H-2 Verbova L-3/4, M-4/5, N-5 Verkhnokliuchova E-3 Verkhnia J-4 Verkhnii prov. J-4 Verkhnii Val C/D-1, H-1 Viacheslava Chornovola G-2 Vietrova G-3 Vikentiia L/M-5 Viktora Yarmoly F-2 Vilshanska J-5 Vilshanskyi prov. J-5 Vinnytska E-4/5 Vokzalna pl. G-3 Volhohradska G-4 Volodymyro-Lybidska H-4 Volodymyrska A-4, B-3/4, C-3, H-2/3 Volodymyrskyi Proizd C-3, H-2 Volodymyrskyi uzviz C-4, D-3/4, I-2 Voloska D-1/2, H/I-1, O-6 Volynska E-3/4 Volzka H-5 Vorovskoho A/B-2, G/H-2 Vozdvyzhenska C-1/2, H-1 Vrubelivskyi uzviz L-6 Vvedenska H-1 Vyborzka E-2 Yakira F-1 Yamska H-4 Yanky Kupaly E-4 Yaroslava Halana E-3 Yaroslaviv Val B-2/3, H-2 Yaroslavska D-1, H-1 Yerevanska E/F-3 Yevropeiska pl. C-4, I-2 Yuliusa Fuchyka F-3 Yurkivska H-1, N/O-6 Zaliznychna E-2/3 Zaliznychne shose I-5 Zavodska M/N-6 Zelenohirska E/F-4 Zemlianskyi prov. J-4 Zhylianska G-2/3, H-3 Zhytnotorzka pl. C-1, H-1 Zlatopilska F-4 Zoi Haidai M-1 Zolotoustivska G-2 Zoolohichna E-2, F-1 Zvirynetska J-5

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Alberti Angelo 52 Al Faro 28 American Library 10 Androgyn 56 Antwerpen 26 Accounting Solutions 54 Aeroflot 48 AeroSvit 48 Air Baltic 48 Alitalia - Compagnia Aeree Italiana 48 American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine 54 American Medical Centre 52 Andrew's Descent 36 Antique Centre 51 Antiques Salon 51 Antoshka 51 Apartments Rent Kiev 20 Apple Consulting 54 Aprel' 26 Apteka #24 52 Aquarium Fitness Centre 46 Arena Entertainment 34 Arizona BBQ 22 Art Arsenal 40 Art Club 44 34 A small-scale Kyiv 40 Atelier 1 51 Atelier Karas 9 Austrian Airlines 48 Avanto 52 Avis 49 Azhur 34 Babuin BookshopCoffeehouse 32 Bakkara Art-hotel 16 Baraban 33 Bar on 8 33 Barsuk 30 BaAAR Braserie 25 BEEF Meat & Wine 27 Belle Epoque 51 Belle Vue 23 Bil'shovyk 46, 51 Bistro Cote Est 27 Blind Age sport music pub 33 Bocconcino 27 Bochka 33 Boryspil State International Airport 48 Bosm Pharm 52 British Airways 48 British Council 10 British Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce 54 Brucie Collections 9 Buddha-bar 26 Budget 49 Bulgakov Museum 40 Butterfly Bilshovyk 10 Butterfly Deluxe 10 Butterfly Petrivka 10 Byblos 34 Caf de Paris 25 Caf-Theatre Koleso 11 Campai 30 Carribean Club 34 Celentano 27 Central Bus Station 48 Central/Southern Train Station 49 Central Post Office 47 AILAS 53 Chameleon 46 Chief Department of Foreign Economic Relations and Investments 54 Chillout Hostel Kiev 21 China White 23 Cimes 28 Ciro's Pomodoro 28 City Centre 21 Club Olympus 46 CMD 52 CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz 54 Cocaine 34 Coffee House 32 Coffee Time 32 Coffeeum on Maidan 32 Collection 9 Collge Franais Anne de Kiev 53 Comrade & Mauser 31 Cosmopolite 16 Crepe de Chine 25 Crystal Hall 34 Cyber caf 56 D.A.Semadeni 32 Da Vinci Fish Club 28 Dj vu 24 D*Lux Entertainment 35 D'Lux Kiev Hostel 21 Dnipro 16 Docker's ABC 35 Daniel 51 Deloitte & Touche 54 Dessange 52 DHL 47 Diva Health & Beauty Centre 52 Dobrobut 52 Domus 16 Dorothy's Pub 33 Double Coffee 32 Down Town 21 Dream Hostel 21 Dynamo Stadium 36 Echo Eastern Europe 53 English language centre 53 Ernst & Young 54 Europcar 49 European Business Association 54 Exibition of Microminiatures by M.Syadrystyi 39 Express 19 Falbi 52 Favourite V.I.P Club . 46 Federal Express 47 Fellini 25 Folk Architecture and Life Museum 40, 41 Freedom 24 Free Tours 36 French Cultural Centre 10 Gallery 36 9 Gapchinska 9 GastroRock 30 Gelos 51 General Direction of Attendance to Foreign Representatives 54 Gin-no-Taki 30 Globus 51 Goethe Institute 10 Golden Gate 37 Golden Gate Irish Pub 33 Goodman Steak House 22 Good Wine Bar 33 Grata Apartment Service 20 Greguar Apartments 18 Gvozdiy & Oberkovych 54 Hankookkwan 25 Hertz Rent a Car 49 Himalaya 26 Holosiivs'kyi 20 Hotel Airport 19 Hotel Boryspil 19 House of Coffee "Passage" 32 House With Chimeras 37 Hyatt Regency Kyiv 13 ibis Kiev Shevchenko Boulevard 16 Ikra Oyster Club 31 Il Patio 28 Impressa 17 Independence Square 37 Indigo 33 Intercontinental 13 Italian Culture Institute 10 Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre 11 Ivan Honchar's Museum, Ukrainian Centre of Folk Art40 Jumbo 46 Karavan 46 Karetniy 24 Khreschatik 19 Khreschatyk Guest House 18 Kiev Apartments 20 Kiev Apartment Service 20 Kiev for You 20 Kinari Oriental SPA 53 King David 28 Kazka Nova 51 Khreschatyk 37 Kinopalats 10 KLM 48 Kodokan 46 Koza Dereza 22 Kozats'ka Vtikha 22 Kozats'kiy 19 KPMG 54 Kult RA 22 Kureni 22 Kyiv 10 Kyiv Fortress Museum 40 Kyiv Hotel Luxe 20 Kyiv Islamic Social Cultural Centre 10 Kyivo-Pecherska Lavra 39 Kyiv (Zhulyany) Airport 48 Kyiv Academy Doll Theatre 11 Kyivs'ka Rus 10 KyivStar GSM 47 Kyiv Theatre of Operetta 11 Kyiv Young Theatre 11 Laboratory Dr. Roedger 52 La Cantina 28 Landhaus 18 Lapin House 51 Le Cosmopolite 23 Ledovyi Stadion 46 Le Grand Caf 25 Lesya Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 11 Leto 24 Life 47 Lipsky Osobnyak 22 Lucky Pub 33 Lufthansa 48 Lun Van 23 Lybid 17 Machaon 46 Magic Bus Kyiv 21 Mai-Tai Lounge 27 maLLina caf 24 Marilyn 55 Marmaris 31 Maysternya 9 Meat & Fish Josper Bar 25 MedLife Elite 52 MedLife Lux 52 Megamarket 51 Memorial Museum of Zankovets'ka 41 Metrograd 51 Miatniy Nosorog Strip bar 55 Mille Miglia Restorante & Enoteca 28 Mimino 23 Mir 20 MiReDo 24 Mitla 22 M.Oliv'e 24 Monarch International Language Academy 53 Moskva 28 MTS 47 Multiplex 10 Murakami 30 Museum of Chernobyl 40 Museum of Historical Valuables 39 Museum of Modern Ukrainian Fine Arts Collection 41 Museum of Russian Art 41 Museum of the Great Patriotic War 41 Mysterious Kyiv 36, 40 Mystetskiy Kurin' 9 National Art Museum 41 National History Museum 42 National Museum of Chernobyl 42 National Opera of Ukraine 10 National Philharmonic 9, 11, 12 Naturlih Pub 34 Nescaf 32 New Logic 36, 40 Nirvana 26 Novamova 53 O'Brien's 34 Odesa Kino 10 Olga 20 Oliva 28 Olymp 46 Open Kiev 36 Opera 14 Osteria Pantagruel 28 OTP Bank 54 Parter 11 Pechersk School International 53 Pena 27 Pervak 22 Petrovich Club-Restaurant 31 PinchukArtCentre 42 Pizzeria Napul 27 Planeta Sushi 30 Podil Tennis Courts 46 Podol Plaza 14 Polish Institute 10 Pomada 56 Porta Pia 30 Porter Pub 34 Porto 31 Prego Caf 30 Premier Palace 14 President Hotel 17 PricewaterhouseCoopers 54 Prime Excursion Bureau 36, 40 Prisma 52 Protasiv Yar 46 Radisson BLU 14 Raiffeisen Bank Aval 54 Really Central 21 Repriza 32 Richelieu 25 Riviera on Podol 14 RoomMe - web portal of short-term apartment rent20 Rosie O'Grady's 34 Route 66 35 Rus 17 Salyut 19 Sam's Steak House 22 San Tori 30 Scromnoye Obayaniye Bourgeoisie 24 SEB Bank 54 Senator Apartments City Center 18 Senator Apartments Executive Court 18 Shangrila 31 Shapito 27 Sherborne Guest House 18 Shokoladnitsa 32 Shynok 22 Silver Bells 9 Sixt 49 SkyArtCaf 32 Slavutych 19 Sorry Babushka 35 Spagetti Pizzeria 27 SPA Naturel 52 St. Andrew's Church 38 State Museum of Theatre, Music and Cinema Arts of Ukraine 39 State Museum of Ukrainian Decorative Art 39 Stefanos Fine Food Factory30 St. Michael's Golden-Domed Cathedral 38 St. Sophia's Cathedral 38 Sullivan Room 35 Sunduk 34 Swiss Dry Cleaner Cinderella 52 Synagogue 38 Tampopo 31 Tarantino 27 Tarelka 24 T.G.I. Friday's 23 The British International School 53 The National Bank of Ukraine 38 The National Museum "Memorial in Commemoration of Famines' Victims in Ukraine" 42 The One Street Museum 42 The Pharmacy Museum 42 The Spiritual Treasures of Ukraine 42 Tike 31 TIU Khreschatyk 21 TNT 47 Tourist 19 Tsarske Selo 22 Tsvetochnyi Nosorog stripclub 55 Ukraina 10 Ukraina Viaggi 20 Ukraine 20 Ukraine-Japan Centre 10 Ukraine International Airlines 48 Ukraine Palace 9 Ukrainian State Museum of Books and Printing 39 Ultramarin 46 UniCredit Bank 54 Universal Flights Sales Agency 48 UnMomento 52 UPS 47 Uruk 31 VaBene 30 Varenichnaya #1 22 Vault 13 Computer Club 47 Viola's Bierstube 34 Visak 18 Vozdvyzhens'kyi Boutique Hotel 14 Vulyk 22 Water Information Centre 42 Why not? 21 Wolkonsky 32 Xlib Club 35 Ya Gallery 9 Yunist 46 Zeh Gallery 9 Zhovten 10 Zvezdnyi Nosorog strip-club (Star Rhinoceros) 55

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