The recreated mosaic ‘Boryviter’ by Ukrainian artist Alla Horska was unveiled on Independence Square in Kyiv. The original 1967 artwork was damaged in Mariupol during Russia’s full-scale invasion. The reconstructed version faithfully replicates the original and is the result of the work of 15 artists and researchers led by Olena Zaretska, Alla Horska’s granddaughter. The project was initiated by Rozetka in cooperation […]
Kyiv in smoke: fires, destruction and falling debris in several districts after another massive russian strike. Numerous incidents due to air raids have been recorded in the capital: Due to large-scale fires, heavy smoke is observed in some districts of Kyiv, and the smell of burning is noticeable in the air. Four people were injured in Kyiv overnight as a […]
On the night of June 6, Russian occupation forces launched a combined attack on Kyiv using ballistic missiles and drones. Falling debris was recorded in several areas, fires broke out. Three casualties are currently known. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko informs that: “Enemy drones entered the city from the direction of Vyshgorod and Boryspil. Call for medics to Solomianskyi district. The […]
On June 4, 1863, in the village of Sholudky in the Podolia Governorate, the renowned architect of Polish descent, known as the “Kyiv Gaudí,” Vladyslav Horodetskyi was born, Diaspora.ua reminds us. He is best known as the creator of unique architectural landmarks that have become symbols of Kyiv — the House with Chimaeras, St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Cathedral (the National […]
In the 9th–10th centuries, Kyiv became the capital of a powerful state — Rus. It would seem this is the beginning of Ukraine’s statehood. Official history claims that before that, there were only tribes here. Disunited, wild, unsettled. But this is not true. Or at least – it’s an incomplete truth. Because even a millennium before Kievan Rus’, states existed […]
The building located at 7 Kontraktova Square is officially considered the oldest residential building in Kyiv. To clarify — it is the oldest residential building that still serves its original purpose: housing. It was constructed in 1798 with funds from nobleman Leontiy Vyshnevsky (his father, Fedir, was the one who brought Oleksii Rozumovsky to the capital of the empire). Just […]
This year, the Ukrainian capital celebrates its 1,541st anniversary. The official founding year of the city is considered to be 482 AD, but in reality, Kyiv’s true age is likely different. The question of when and by whom the city was founded has just as many theories and legends as the founding date itself. Who founded Kyiv and when The […]
When even those who don’t live in the capital remember Kyiv Day – that’s when the chestnut trees bloom. Usually, it’s at this time that one of the city’s symbols flourishes, greatly enhancing the festive atmosphere. Kyiv’s birthday is celebrated on the last Sunday of May. In 2025, this day falls on May 25. This year, the capital’s anniversary is […]
Kyiv is much older than it was attributed to in the USSR (and it would be worth reviewing this and publishing the real numbers officially), but I know that you, my beloved city, will live many times longer! Suddenly you didn’t know: In 1982, the Soviet authorities held a magnificent celebration of “1500 years of Kyiv” — but in fact, […]
According to UAZMI, on the night of May 25, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine. Kyiv was struck by Shahed drones and missiles, resulting in damage and casualties in the capital. This was reported by Glavkom, citing the Kyiv City Military Administration (KCMA). As of 4:00 a.m., the following damage to civilian infrastructure in the capital was recorded: Eleven […]
Operational information as of 04:00 05/25/2025 in connection with the Russian attack on Kyiv. As a result of the enemy attack on the capital’s civilian infrastructure, the following was recorded: Holosiivskyi district:– damage to a dormitory, with a fire. The fire has been extinguished.– falling debris from downed enemy UAVs in several locations. A fire was recorded on the facade […]
Russia’s night attack: Kyiv under a massive combined strike, several regions declared air raid alerts due to a drone assault — key points by nv. In Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine on the evening of Friday, May 23, air raid alerts were announced due to the threat of Russian kamikaze drones. 11:00 – Number of injured in night attack […]