Good Luck Statues

One of the more charming aspects of Kiev was the placement of many bronze statues throughout the city. Each one had its own superstition, which Natalia could tell us, and you could see where you needed to rub and make your wish - that place was always the shiniest, and Amber was coaxed by us (vicarious pleasure) to make wishes at every one

Kiev, Ukraine 2010

September 6th 2010
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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

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