8 Amazing places in Ukraine that will not be mentioned on TV

Beauty, as we know, saves lives and rules the world. The beauty of nature is the fragrance of the universe, which we can and should enjoy. Where to go for a huge flow of inspiration and strength? Where to see a real fairy tale and feel the infinite happiness?

Ukraine is full of mysteries and surprises! Read more about incredibly beautiful places in our country.

Aktov Canyon

Aktov Canyon
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The canyon is located in Nikolaev region on the Mertvovod River. Why is it worth visiting this place? The surface of the area is 250 hectares, and the depth is 40-50 meters, so you can literally do anything here, even standing on a head.

It should be noted that Aktov Canyon is a unique symbiosis of water and forest ecosystems, which together give clean air and a dreamy mood. The ensemble of rocks and granite boulders, which are located in the canyon, the only one of its kind place in Europe reminds North American slopes. It is indescribably beautiful!

Ukrainian Dead Sea (Lemurian)

Ukrainian Dead Sea (Lemurian)
Photo dnepr.com

Ukraine has its own dead sea, located near Kherson. There it is called Lemurian Sea, because the water in this lake is coloured pink. And miracles do not end there, because it is believed that the water is healing and rejuvenating.

The most interesting thing is that in Lake Lemuria there is 5% more salt than in the dead sea!

Vilkovo

Vilkovo
Photo ridna.ua

There are different embassies and locations on the border with Romania, but few people know about Vilkovo.

This town is located on the water like a real Venice! You should definitely go here for the miracles. In addition, the Danube and the Black Sea merge here – a marvellous view from which you cannot get away. Thousands of ladies heard expressions of love while sailing on the Lilies canal. This city is a dream.

Alexandria park (Dendropark)

Alexandria park (Dendropark)
Photo destinations.com.ua

Alexandria Dendropark is located two hours from Kiev – White Church.

The park was founded 11 years before Pushkin’s birth – in far 1788, he visited this place once. Perhaps, under such circumstances, “Eugene Onegin” appeared.

There are more than 5 thousand ancient and rare plants in the Dendropark.  There are also fountains and waterfalls, monuments and bas-reliefs that create a whole complex of aesthetic pictures.

Gook Waterfall

Gook Waterfall
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Gook Waterfall – the largest waterfall in the Carpathians, it is also called Zhenetskyi. It is noteworthy that the height of Gook is 15 meters, which is especially noticeable in the summer time.

During the summer it is possible to swim and make photos in the waterfall, explore the surroundings from the observation platform and go directly to its base. In winter there is also something to do here: the ice cascades formed as a result of the fall of the water take from the real world to the mirror-world.

The Mysterious Tunnel of Love

The Mysterious Tunnel of Love
Photo k1.ua

Ukrainian Volyn is filled with mysteries no less than the Carpathians. In Klevan there is a mysterious tunnel of love, where every year the loving hearts are married. It should be noted that it is a popular tradition for newlyweds to plant here seedlings of trees or flowers symbolizing their feelings.

This romantic place is called a phenomenon by botanists, as there is a tunnel along the railway track.

Magic Shipot

Magic Shipot

The flowing waterfall is located in the Pilipets River gorge in the Carpathian region. The height of Shipot is approximately 14 meters, from where water bunches roll directly into the gorge. Thousands of tourists come here every year to admire the creation of Ukrainian nature.

In addition, every year there is a hip festival, which ends on the night of Ivan Kupala. It is not without reason that hippies from all regions come here!

Tricrat forest

Tricrat forest
Photo han-tengry.mk.ua

Skarzynski manor house is a historical place, which is worth to visit for architecture lovers at least once. The manor is located in Mykolayiv region in the village Trikraty.

After spending a couple of hours here, you will no longer be surprised by hedgehogs and squirrels, turtles and grass-snakes because the surrounding area is crystal clear. The main local attraction is the Tricrat forest. Why is that? Because it represents an intricate labyrinth near the border of the village.  Tourists’ attention is always attracted to the love oak – a huge plant, like a heart, around which there are many stories and gossips.

Traveling in Ukraine is unforgettable and wonderful.


Author Alina Kondratenko

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