Old Kiev

Wandering, Kolya, and the Caves

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October 28th 2006
Wandering, Kolya, and the Caves Thursday I spent the day wandering around Kiev. I took the marshrootka (bus) to the metro and then went to Andrevskii spusk. It is a very old cobblestone street that climbs into the hills. On it are many very old churches and venders selling souveniers. I bought a Ukrainian egg, a real one. It is made out of an actual egg and has the most beautiful intricate desig ... read more

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Ukraine was the center of the first Slavic state, Kievan Rus, which during the 10th and 11th centuries was the largest and most powerful state in Europe. Weakened by internecine quarrels and Mongol invasions, Kievan Rus was incorporated into the Gran... ... read more