Kiev Pechersk Lavra, Kyiv

Kiev Pechersk Lavra, Kyiv (Ukraine)

It’s a religious town in a modern city and the stronghold of the Orthodox religion. Lavra was founded in 11 century and was built in 9 following centuries. The complex is entered into the World Heritage List UNESKO. Lavra caves contain more than 200 relics of saints. On the territory of the monastery there is a number of historical and cultural museums of Ukraine, including the famous Museum of Historical Treasures, decorative folkarts, music, theater, film, exhibitions of private collections