Let's explore the best things to do in Kiev:
1. It's safe. Ukraine has had a bumpy few years, between revolutions and annexations, but the Foreign Office (FCO) maintains that Kiev is safe to visit, well, “generally calm”. The FCO has actually issued specific advice for fans of terrible music heading to the contest this week.
14 Top Attractions & Things to Do in Kiev, Ukraine
Such popular tourist cities as Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa are not more dangerous than any other European big city. It is safe to travel across the country and visit the beautiful Carpathian Mountains and the Black Sea resorts; it's not dangerous to settle in hotels and use public transport.
July is the hottest month in Kiev with an average temperature of 19°C (66°F) and the coldest is January at -4.5°C (24°F). The wettest month is June with an average of 100mm of rain. .
As we speak, English proficiency among most Ukrainians is still very low. The majority of Ukrainians speak Ukrainian which is the official language, and are fluent in Russian, the country's second but unofficial language. ...
In general, Kiev is as safe as most Western European countries. Organized crime does exist, but unless you're coming to Kiev to open a chain of casinos the mafias are extremely unlikely to take an interest in you. Crimes perpetrated against visitors are generally low level.
Crime targeting foreigners and property is common. Demonstrations, which have turned violent at times, regularly occur throughout Ukraine, including in Kyiv. Politically targeted assassinations and bombings have also occurred. There are reports of violent attacks on minority groups and police by radical groups.
While Kiev is probably best known for its historical connection to the Old Rus' polity, a historical predecessor to the modern Russian state, Kiev is an important modern center for industry, education, and culture for not only modern-day Ukraine, but all of Eastern Europe.
Let's explore the best things to do in Kiev:
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