Culture of Dnepropetrovsk. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Dnipropetrovsk will please fans of fascinating excursions with a rich choice of historical and architectural monuments. The city has many interesting museums, galleries and theaters. One of the most beautiful architectural structures is the "Transfiguration Cathedral", the construction of which began in 1830 and lasted almost five years. The church was completely restored in 1975 and today it is one of the most significant historical sites of the country.

No less interesting excursion facility is the "church of St. Nicholas", erected in the early 19th century. In the middle of the 17th century the first wooden church appeared on its place, and a hundred years later it was decided to destroy it and erect a stone building in the classical style. A beautiful stone building in the style of classicism has survived to this day in its pristine condition. Immediately after the completion of construction, its walls were adorned with skilful paintings, which visitors can still admire today. According to historical data, the first religious building on the site of the modern cathedral appeared in the middle of the 17th century. Over time, the wooden church decayed and in its place it was decided to erect a larger construction of stone.

On the territory of a beautiful park is the "Potemkin Palace"- a magnificent architectural monument of the late 18th century. At present, the beautiful building is a palace of culture; its main building includes several beautiful ceremonial rooms and halls, which are excellent for holding ceremonial events. After viewing the beautiful palace, vacationers will be offered a walk in the park, which has long become a favorite vacation spot for townspeople and visitors. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

To later monuments of architecture should be attributed hotel "Ukraine". The building, which now houses the hotel complex, was built in 1912. Until 1917 it housed the theater "Palace", and later it was decided to open the hotel. Part of the historical building is still used today for theater performances.

The most interesting cultural institution of Dnipropetrovsk is the Historical Museum. It was founded in 1849 and was called the Museum of Antiquities. An invaluable collection of historical artifacts was repeatedly transported from one building to another and since 1903 it has been located in a beautiful palace. Recently a new building was added to the historic building, which housed a collection of artifacts dedicated to the battle for Dnieper - one of the most important historical events in the life of the city. Connoisseurs of theatrical art should definitely visit the "theater of Shevchenko", which regularly hosts bright premieres and beloved theatrical productions.