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Coral Dragon

Many countries boast beautiful mountains, and Ukraine is no exception. Besides the Carpathians and the peaks of Southern Crimea, there is a unique mountain range in Ukraine that takes a deserved place among Ukraine’s seven natural wonders: the Podilski Tovtry. These picturesque mountains of organic, not tectonic origin are a petrified coral reef from a sea that no longer exists. In fact, nothing similar can be found anywhere else in the world!

Svitiaz Lake

Natural wonders are not necessarily high summits or endless underground labyrinths. Volyn region in north-western Ukraine presents its own small and comfortable wonder in the depths of Svitiaz Lake. Chosen as one of Ukraine’s seven natural wonders, the lake’s blue waters hide other reasons for its fame: Svitiaz is the deepest, largest and one of the clearest lake in Ukraine

The Dnister Canyon

The Dnister Canyon, one of the largest (250 km) and most beautiful in Europe, is the list of Ukraine’s natural wonders for good reasons. This wonder-canyon goes through the territories of the Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, Chernivtsi and Khmelnytsky regions, draws tourists by its picturesque steep walls and numerous attractions. And all this come with a pleasant bonus: legends about countless treasures well hidden in the canyon’s walls

Synevyr - the Carpathian Sea Eye

Last year, Ukraine elected its own seven natural wonders: nature reserves, canyons, bays, caves and lakes. Today, we introduce one of them. It is located in the Carpathian Mountains, so beautiful in all seasons. What kind of wonder is it, you might ask. The “Sea Eye” of the Carpathians: Synevyr, a picturesque lake that lies 989 metres above sea level. A kind of place that seems created for those in love

The Romance of Lviv

There is no better Ukrainian city to celebrate St. Valentine’s than Lviv, often called “little Paris”. The numerous statues and figures of lions, squares and museums, cafes and parks of this city seem created for couples in love. “Panorama” invites you to fly on the wings of UIA to Lviv with your beloved and spend a most memorable romantic weekend

Legends of Kamyanets

They say that each year, on January 1st in the morning, when Kamyanets is still sleeping, a wonderful bird flies over Virmenskyi Rynok Square. It is so huge that it hides clouds with its wings. After flying over the square, the bird drops one feather. If the feather is black, do not expect anything good, if it is grey, life will be routine, yellow means a fruitful year, and white means happiness. Let us hope that year 2009 will run under a sign of the white feather

Ukrainian ski resorts

Winter! Snow! Skies! These are a breathtaking combination for all who love winter holidays. And this is never more true than in the Carpathians. In Ukraine these mountains cover the Transcarpathian, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk and Chernivtsi regions and occupy an area of more than 24 square kilometres. Each year this magnificent land attracts more and more skiers. We certainly hope that this winter you will be able to join them!

The Ostroh Wonders

Small towns sometimes impress by their great history. Such is the town of Ostroh in the Rivne region. Ostroh is considered to be the cradle of education and enlightenment in Ukraine. It is here that the first complete edition of the Bible in Old Church Slavonic was printed; it is here that the powerful Ostroh Academy, which had given many famous names to the world, was established. Last year, the Ostroh Castle and the Ostroh Academy were listed among Ukraine’s new wonders…

Queen’s Garden

Beauty is a great power. And greatest of all is Woman’s beauty. But it is ephemeral. Who remembers a beautiful woman after centuries? There are portraits but they are known only to specialists and museum employees. So few women remain in the memory of future generations as Beauties with a capital letter. Sofia de Vitt-Pototsky was lucky: her beauty is enshrined in one of the most beautiful parks of Ukraine and the world: “Sofiyivka”

Transcarpathian Nirvana

If you feel that there is too much stress in your life, then it is time to visit the Transcarpathian region. It seems that God created this area for healing people’s souls and bodies: there are great mountains, deep forests, mineral sources, curing muds, salt lakes and salt mines. The resort was already famous to the elite in the time of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Its current formula of success is ancient treatments enhanced with perfect service and modern therapy.