Lviv

Lviv, the largest city in western Ukraine, is mostly visited by tourists with an interest in the history and culture of a place. Feel yourself to be taken back in the bygone era while listening to the history of the city established in 1240. The city was named after Leo, the oldest son of the King of Ruthenia. 

The beauty of the city lies in its medieval Renaissance-era buildings with western-influenced architectures giving it an old charm. Gravitate to this city to visit the UNESCO protected old town with several museums and monuments. Delight in watching the tall mellow-hued buildings in the area of Rynok Square. A must-visit place in Lviv is the National Art Gallery, which is the home to over 50,000 works of art. 

While visiting Ukraine, spend an enjoyable time visiting cultural hubs with art galleries, watching opera and ballet performances, and spending some time in the cafe culture. For nighttime, there are local pubs and quirky bars. 

In Lviv the winter months are very cold and harsh, making it difficult to enjoy sightseeing. The autumn and spring months are very pleasant making it the best time for a visit to this city.