Unlike many other cities in Ukraine, Lviv was lucky enough to escape the terrible destruction in World War Two, and its absolutely fascinating streets and numerous museums make it one of the most exciting places in Ukraine to explore.
During the tour you will explore the historic center of our fantastically eclectic city, which was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. You will stroll down Lviv’s main avenues, squares, narrow cobbled streets.
The city tour starts at the Opera House, which is the first building in Europe built on a solid concrete base for the first time, then you will walk down Svoboda Avenue, which is laid out above the enclosed underground Poltva River.
On your way You will have a look at historic building housing The Maria Zankovetska Drama Theatre that was once the biggest in Europe and is the oldest in Ukraine.
The medieval atmosphere of Lviv will hark you back to days when Lviv was at the forefront of regional events, and it was once a wealthy trading center. You will see the oldest and most gorgeous churches and cathedrals in the Old Town including Baroque style Jesuit Cahedral, the Virgin Mary’s Assumption church, the Armenian Cathedral with 16-17th century tombstones, Church of the Blessed Eucharist (former Dominican Church), the Latin Cathedral and the Transfiguration Church.

Do you know that the famous writer Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, who paved a road to the term “masochism,” was born in Lviv? During the tour you will see both the place where he was born and the Masoch Café.
You will get to know more about the gas lamp invention and see the statues of the lamp invention as the first gas lamp in the world was invented in Lviv.
The guide will take you to Dzyga Gallery, which is said to be an ART-terra of contemporary art for artists.

Those of you interested in defense will have a chance to learn about Medieval defensive system of the city, peep into the Gunpowder Tower and Arsenal buildings. Now former arsenal hosts the only museum of weapons in Ukraine with of the biggest collections of cold weapons in the county.

Also there is a possibility of visiting the High Castle with a perfect view not only of the city but of its suburbs as well.

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Lviv International Book Fair («Lviv Publisher’s Forum»), the biggest in Ukraine is included into the Frankfurt Calendar of the World LargestInternational Book Fairs. It is a meeting place for the industry’s experts, be they publishers, booksellers, agents, film producers or authors.
Museum Square (in front of Pototsky’s Palace) Number of public visiting Forum usually strikes the prominent authors – guests of the event. The Publishes’ Forum programme includes: a book fair, the 5th International Literary Festival (15-19.09.2010) and the «Night of poetry and music non-stop» action; business forum, charity and artistic events, new books presentations and meetings with writers. Different art-video shows, artistic exhibitions and rock bands concerts will accompany forum. Forum promotes book and reading. It is the best opportunity for the publishers to present new books and develop their professionalism.

Web-site: http://www.bookforum.com.ua/

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International Folklore festival «Etnovyr», initiated by UNESCO’s International Council of Organizations for Folklore Festivals and Folk Art (CIOFF) gathers together groups from Slavonic countries such as Czech Republic, Poland as well as from Macedonia, France (Martinique), Israel (Palestine Autonomy), India, Mexico, Cyprus, etc. in Lviv. Their impressive dancing miniatures combine traditional folklore, old ritual and modern brisk dances. Musical traditions are also represented by the unique musical instruments. The number and variety of cultures and colours in Lviv streets is unforgettably impressive.
Bright recollection about the colourful costumes and artistic performances won’t leave you till the next festival!

Web: www.etnovyr.org.ua

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The hunting goddess Diana, the patroness of wild animals and woodlands invites all, who love nature, dogs and hunting to celebrate the International Hunters Day in Lviv.
The participants will enjoy the presentation of hunting traditions, hunting trophies and guns display, tasting favourite hunters’ dishes and drinks, and a rare demonstration of the most romantic kind of hunting – falconry.
Everyone can learn secrets of hunting at the master classes. Dogs – the faithful friends of the Goddess will compete for the «Diana’s Cup».
The forge sound invites everybody to move in the open air!

Web: www.festyndiany.org

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Why wine and cheese in Lviv? There exists a documental evidence of vine-growing in Lviv Region already in the 17th century AD. Lviv climate was much warmer at that time so Southern hills of the High Castle, Lychakiv district, Keizerwald hills and Vynnyky suburbs have been covered with vineyards producing more than one hundred barrels of wine annually. Monks and monasteries of the Roman Catholic Church have also had an important influence on the history of the regional wine. Living in a big trade centre, Lviv citizens very well knew and appreciated refined Greek,Italian, Spanish, Hungarian wines as well.
What’s the best to be served with good wine? Cheese, of course. Being real gourmands Lviv citizens borrowed traditions of cheese making from the neighbouring countries. So, the words «cheese» and «wine» started to be used together in Lviv in the Middle Ages!
Cheese & Wine Holiday is a fantastic opportunity to learn Ukrainian traditions, to taste good wines and cheese in the open air, to visit fairs and folklore concerts, to enjoy animations and different competitions.

Web: www.cheeseandwine.com.ua, www.cultureandtourism.lviv.ua

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Klezmer Feast in Lviv («LvivKlezFest») is an international festival of Jewish music, song and dance. It is an attempt to revive the lost musical culture of Jews living in Galicia. Klez Fest is music of the Jewish bands, where musicians had no idea about music notation, but could incredibly precisely reflect beauties of Jewish soul. This genre of music originated in small villages and towns.
Within three days of the festival Lviv citizens and guests have the opportunity to experience klezmer music, dances, singing and as well as consort with participants – famous groups, dance bands and family choirs from many cities and countries.
Organizers of the Festival promise tons of unforgettable emotions and invite everyone to visit «LvivKlezFest».

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Life without dreams is like an ocean without water, says Oleh Skrypka, the initiator and organizer of the Ethno Festival Krayina Mriy and frontman ofthe Ukrainian rock-group Vopli Vodoplyasova. He wanted his dreams of a folk music festival to come true — and they did. The Festival «Krayina Mriy» (Land of Dreams) is an annual event, which brings together folk and ethno rock musicians, craftsmen and applied art artists. Cossack authentic songs and games, kobza and sopilka (national instruments) tender sounds, blues and ethno hard rock are fascinating numerous public at the several stages erected at the venue. The very special atmosphere of the festival is always enhanced by craftsmen, who show their skills and offer their wares to the eager and festively dressed mostly young crowds among whom there are many wearing traditional Ukrainian clothes.
Come to Lviv and join us! Ukraine is one of the world leaders when it 29 comes to celebrating.

Web: www.krayinamriy.lviv.ua

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Tour-operator “InLviv” has moved to a new office. Now you can find us at the address: Brativ Rohatyntsiv Str. 30/1.
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Lviv» festival invites you to meet the old – time heroes, beautiful ladies and brave knights, court jesters and a city executioner directly in the me-dieval Lviv streets. Come and you’ll take the opportunity to try archery,buy old shape smith and pottery goods, listen to the medieval music…
Go deep into the history of one of the oldest cities of Ukraine!
The main event of the festival is the knights’ tournament – a colourful show which gained its second revival. Tournament participants are the representatives of numerous historical reconstruction clubs from the dif-ferent countries of the world.

Every year, the Virtuosos Lviv International Festival, which can already boast almost a thirty-year-long history, gathers a record-breaking number of world-level music stars. Every concert is a truly significant event.
The high art of classical music is presented by virtuosos both from all over Ukraine and other countries such as Germany, USA, Poland, Russia, Sweden, Great Britain, and Austria.
The Virtuosos posters list not only well-known soloists, but also renowned conductors and bands. Many concerts are organized conceptually, such as Tango Leopolitano – The History of Tango by iconic Argentinean composer of the 20th century Astor Piazzoli. This festival allows us to view even well-recognized composers from a totally new perspective. A magnificent solo program and traditional orchestra art await the grateful audience.

Details :
www.philharmonia.lviv.ua
www.cultureandtourism.lviv.ua

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