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 Excursions in Poltava

excursions in Poltava

                        Hello! 

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My name is Stanislav, and I am a historian and tour guide.

I graduated from the Law Faculty with a degree in History from Poltava State Pedagogical University. I have a keen interest in the history of my native land.

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I offer 1- and 2-day tours to Poltava and the Poltava region, featuring only the most interesting destinations! Explore Poltava with our guided excursions.

 

 

 

Book a tour or to get advice?

Phone: +38 (095) 90-400-07

Brief overview of Poltava and the Poltava region:

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Poltava is a regional center of Ukraine situated on the Vorskla River, with a population ranging from 290,000 to 310,000 according to various estimates. The city boasts 73 industrial enterprises and encompasses green spaces covering one-fifth of its area, making it feel both easy and comfortable to navigate. An incredible atmosphere pervades the city, which has been the birthplace of many famous, creative, and talented individuals. With a settlement history dating back to 1116, Poltava is steeped in antiquity. While it was once likened to a miniature St. Petersburg, it is now more aptly dubbed the "Ukrainian Athens," owing to its historical, architectural, and cultural significance.

Excursions to Poltava are immensely popular throughout Ukraine, inviting visitors to experience its charm firsthand.

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What attractions await visitors in our city?

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For history enthusiasts, Poltava offers a wealth of monumental art, including the Fame Monument, N.V. Gogol Monument, Marusia Churai Monument, Alexei Kellin Monument, and the I.P. Kotlyaretsky Monument (unveiled on September 12, 1903), as well as the renowned Poltava Dumplings Monument (inaugurated on April 1, 2006), among others.

Architecture aficionados will marvel at Poltava's unique architectural landscape, featuring landmarks such as the famed Round Square ensemble, the Educational House, the Provincial Zemstvo Building, and the Poltava Theater Building.

Literature enthusiasts can explore Poltava's museum-estates dedicated to celebrated figures of Ukrainian literature, including the Kotlyarevsky Manor, the Panas Mirny House-Museum, and the Vladimir Korolenko House-Museum.

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Art lovers can indulge in the city's rich artistic heritage at the Yaroshenko Art Gallery, showcasing masterpieces from around the world. Meanwhile, theater enthusiasts can enjoy classical performances at the Poltava Regional Academic Music and Drama Theater named after N.V. Gogol.

For those fascinated by aviation, Poltava offers a unique museum showcasing long-range and strategic aircraft, including the iconic TU-160 "White Swan." Visitors can explore the aircraft's interior, sit in the cockpit, and capture memorable moments through photography.

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The Poltava region is situated in the center of Ukraine, on the middle left bank of the Dnieper River, ranking 7th in terms of area among Ukrainian regions. Approximately 11% of the region's territory is covered by forests, making it an ecologically clean area of Ukraine.

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The region boasts a plethora of captivating museums, including the Museum of Ukrainian Weddings, the Nikolai Gogol Manor Museum, the National Museum of Ukrainian Pottery and Ceramic Products, among many others.

Rich in history and tourist attractions, the Poltava region is home to places like Dikan'ka, Oposhnya, Gogolevo, Mirgorod, and V. Sorochentsy, the site of the renowned Sorochintsy Fair, scheduled for August 18th to 23rd in 2015.

 

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I invite you on a trip in Poltava and Poltava region!

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