Chernihiv (ukr. Чернігів) is one of the oldest and historically most important cities in Ukraine, located on the Desna River, about 150 km north of Kyiv. It is the capital of the Chernihiv region and has a population of about 286,000.
The first mention of Chernihiv dates back to 907 and was recorded in the "Novel of bygone years," one of the oldest chronicles of Kyiv Rus. In the Middle Ages, the city was the capital of the Duchy of Chernihiv and the second most important center after Kyiv.
Chernihiv is famous for its numerous religious and historical monuments:
Transfiguration Church - the oldest Christian temple in Ukraine, built in the early 11th century.
Eletsky Monastery - an important center of Orthodox spirituality with a rich history.
Saint Paraskevna Pyatnitsa Church - built at the turn of the 12th and 13th centuries, an example of Kyiv Rus' period sacred architecture.
Dytynec - a former fortified town, the heart of historic Chernihiv.
Chernihiv is a city with a rich history and numerous monuments that attract history and architecture lovers. Its strategic location and cultural significance make it an important point on the map of Ukraine.
Groningen is a city in the northern Netherlands famous for its charming architecture. It is inhabited by more than 200,000 people. It tops many rankings as the best place to live and the happiest city in Europe. Groningen is also the bicycle capital of the Netherlands.
.Groningen is a city full of beautiful buildings. Its symbol is the slightly sloping tower of St. Martin's Church, known as Martinitoren. It is well worth climbing it to enjoy the views of the city from the top. This church is the oldest church in the city. The interactive Groningen Museum with its collections of modern art, design, fashion and many interesting temporary exhibitions is also a big attraction here. The University of Groningen Museum, full of medical exhibits, is also worth a visit, as is the Maritime Museum with replicas of old boats.
.Groningen is connected to the Dutch-German border to the east and Amsterdam to the west by the A7 highway, and the A28 highway, located within the city limits, leads all the way to Utrecht. The nearest airport is located 15 kilometers south of the city center, in Eelde. There are three train stations in Groningen, with the main one located just over a kilometer from the Grote Markt. A bus station, serving both domestic and international routes, is located right next to it.
Most of the city's sights and attractions are fairly close together and, with the center closed to traffic, can be explored on foot. For farther distances, it is worth considering getting around on the unicycles that are so popular here. The bicycle is often the fastest and most convenient means of transportation around the city. When visiting Groningen, you can also take a cruise on its many canals.
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