A beautiful region, charming with its beauties, clean air and fast rivers - Transcarpathia. This is a land where different cultures, traditions and peoples have mixed up, as the Transcarpathian region borders on four countries at once - Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania. Every year, thousands of tourists come to Transcarpathia, because there is something to see here. This region is rich in attractions. And I will tell you about the most interesting places where you need to visit.

Perhaps the most beautiful place not only in Transcarpathia, but in the whole of Ukraine, is Lake Synevyr. No wonder it is also called the pearl of Transcarpathia or the sea eye of the Carpathians. This lake is legendary. And one of the legends tells about the unhappy love of the daughter of the local rich man Xin and the poor guy Vir, who are not destined to be together. By order of the girl's father, a stone was thrown from the mountain on the guy, and after learning about this, Xin cried out a whole lake of tears. The water in the lake is really the purest, like a tear, and even from the depths you can see the bottom of the lake. And the views around the water mirror are simply amazing! The tall fir trees around the lake are mesmerizing. On the banks of the Synevyr stands sculptural composition"Sin and Vir" as a reminder of the immortal love of two lovers. This lake is located in the National Natural Park of the same name Synevyr.

Also in this area national park There is a center for the rehabilitation of brown bears. A huge area where brown bears live. These bears are in need of rehabilitation, they were mistreated by their former owners and now they are there in conditions close to natural. And tourists can watch bears.

Do you want to see one of the most beautiful and full-flowing waterfalls in the Transcarpathian region? Then go to the village of Pylypets. It is there that the Shypit waterfall is located. The height of the water fall is 14 meters. Surrounded by ancient beeches and tall firs, in a very picturesque place and this "wonder of nature" is located.

If you are in Transcarpathia in early May, then you should visit Khust. It is in Khust that the only plantation of narrow-leaved narcissus in the world, listed in the Red Book and growing here in natural conditions, is located. This is a protected area, a biosphere reserve. During the mass flowering of these plants, the earth looks as if covered with a white carpet, and the fragrance from the flowers spreads throughout the area.

The Transcarpathian region is very rich in castles. The most interesting, the most beautiful castles- this is the castle "Palanok" in Mukachevo, Uzhgorod castle and the castle of Count Shenborn in Chinadievo.

Palanok Castle is located on a mountain, so it is well visible from almost anywhere in the city. It is a monument of fortification architecture of the XIV-XVII centuries. The castle survived more than one assault and siege, changed its owners many times, but still stands and delights tourists with its beauty and power.

Uzhgorod castle looks simpler than Mukachevo, but it is the oldest fortress in Transcarpathia. The first mention of it appears in the IX century. Now within the walls of this castle there is a museum of local lore, and in the cellars there is an exposition "Torture Room".

Schönborn Castle is a former hunting castle-palace of Count Schönborn in a romantic French style. Now it is a functioning sanatorium "Karpaty". The castle has been preserved in excellent condition; it is decorated with a family coat of arms, turrets, weathercocks, and stained-glass windows. Around the castle there is a wonderful English park with various types of trees, with a lake where swans swim.

Transcarpathia is famous for its mineral waters. There are so many health resorts, balnearies, sanatoriums nowhere in Ukraine. How can one be in Transcarpathia and not try mineral waters from pump rooms? Feel free to visit any of the sanatoriums and try! The most basic mineral waters of Transcarpathia are Luzhanska, Luzhanska-7, Polyana Kvasova, Borzhavska, Svalyava.

And one more place that you definitely need to visit while in Transcarpathia is one of the thermal pools of Berehove, Kosino or Velyatino. Thermal waters have good healing properties on the human body. hot geysers with mineral water saturated with bromine, iodine, iron, sodium, magnesium and other minerals. The water temperature in the pools is approximately 30-38 degrees Celsius, for treatment or recovery, the optimal time spent in the pool with thermal water is 25-35 minutes. The feeling after visiting the pool is simply amazing. Try it yourself!

Transcarpathia is a land of hospitable people, warm sun and high mountains. Come and check it out!

For the Independence Day of Ukraine, Channel 24 prepared a special project about amazing places in every region of the country. Today we will tell you which corners of Transcarpathia should be visited by every Ukrainian.

In the Transcarpathian region there is a rest for everyone: for extreme tourists - a trip to the mountain ranges of Chernogora and Svidovets; for lovers of "lazy" rest - thermal waters of Kosin and Beregovo; for connoisseurs historical heritage- castles of Uzhgorod and Mukachevo.

All the most Beautiful places Transcarpathia cannot be described in a few words, so we offer you to pay attention to the selection of places that are worth visiting in the first place.

Transcarpathian region: what is worth visiting

Uzhgorod - a majestic castle, a wide river and cherry blossoms

An amazing city on the river Uzh is the administrative center of the Transcarpathian region. The first mention of it dates back to 872. Today the population of the regional center is more than 100 thousand people.

Sakura Festival. At the famous cherry blossom festival called "Sakura-fest" thousands of tourists come from all over Ukraine. The peak of flowering of decorative Japanese cherries falls on the end of April - the beginning of May and they bloom for two to three weeks. The program of the annual festival always appears on Internet resources, offering convenient tourist tours and routes around the city.

Despite the popular myths about the appearance of rose trees in Uzhgorod, according to the official version, in the 1920s, Czechoslovak engineers had to plant trees and shrubs in a new administrative quarter in the city center and planted cherry trees for the experiment, which unexpectedly took root in this area. Today the largest number Sakura can be seen in spring along the Uzh River, the longest alley in Europe (2.2 km).

Cherry blossoms on the streets of Uzhgorod

Regarding interesting tourist places"capital" of Transcarpathia, then on Kapitulnaya Street there is an analogue of the Lviv Shevchenko Guy - Transcarpathian Museum of Folk Architecture and Life. Museum of Local Lore open sky stores 14 thousand ancient exhibits of folk applied art. It was established in 1965 and now covers an area of ​​5.5 hectares.

Uzhgorod castle considered one of the oldest fortifications in Ukraine (the first mention is the 10th century), which since the middle of the 20th century has turned into a museum of local lore and invites all tourists on excursions. With a small observation deck a magnificent panorama of the city opens up, against which you can make beautiful photos.

Panorama from the territory of Uzhgorod castle

It is impossible not to mention such remarkable architectural monuments as the Holy Cross Cathedral (1841), the Roman Catholic Church of St. George (1775), Shelestovskaya St. Michael's Church (1777), Uzhgorod synagogue (1910), Church of St. George, Bishop's Residence, Uzhgorod children's railway and botanical garden.

Roman Catholic Church of St. George

The best way to get to Uzhgorod is by train, which goes directly to the regional center.

Palanok Castle

The legendary Mukachevo castle Palanok has been inviting thousands of tourists for years. The first mention of it dates back to the 11th century, and it was built to protect and control trade and military routes. The fortification at one time withstood many enemy sieges, the longest of which was the Austrian one, which lasted three years (1685-1688). Then the castle belonged to the famous Hungarian princess Ilona Zrini - she led the national liberation movement of Croatia and Hungary against the Austrian Empire.

Palanok Castle in Mukachevo

Medieval walls keep many secrets and myths that have not yet been unraveled. However, we know one thing for sure - from the mountain on which the castle is located, an amazing view of the old City Mukachevo. There is even a legend that people supposedly poured this mountain, but the labor cost them terrible torment, from which the probable name of the settlement Mukachevo came from.

Palanok Castle, with an area of ​​almost 14 thousand square meters, is divided into three levels: Upper, Middle and Lower castles. Also under the majestic historic building still preserved are secret underground passages, which at one time were considered a refuge for people and livestock.

Today the castle hosts many tours. To get to it, you need to take any transport that brings you to Mukachevo and go up to the castle gates on your own.

Nevitsky castle

A dilapidated castle near the village of Kamenitsa, Uzhgorod region, was first mentioned in history around the 12th century. After long clashes and religious wars, the Transylvanian prince Yuri I Rakoczy destroys the castle - and only a few castle walls and one tower remain from it. However, this castle is considered the first castle building built on the territory of modern Ukraine.

Nevitsky castle near the village of Kamenitsa

If you want to get to the Nevitsky castle, you need to take any bus that passes through the village of Nevitskoye from the bus station "Uzhgorod-2" ("Perechinsky bus station"). At the bus stop near the castle there are information boards with a marked hiking route to the Nevitsky castle.

Palace of the Counts of Shenborn

In the euphonious village of the Carpathians, not far from Mukachevo, there is the palace of the counts of Shenborn, or the Beregvar castle. It was built at the end of the 19th century - then the palace served as a residence and a hunting lodge for the owners.

In 1946, it turned into the Karpaty sanatorium, which specializes in treatment and rehabilitation after vascular and heart diseases. Except rare plants, which have been growing in the arboretum garden for more than a dozen years, there is also a pump room with mineral water on the territory of the palace. It is also called the source of beauty for the healing properties of water.

Palace of the Counts of Shenborn (Beregvar Castle) near Mukachevo

The best way to get to the castle is railway. In Mukachevo, you need to take an electric train that goes to the Karpaty station, and from there you can walk to the palace on foot. The sanatorium can be reached by car, moving along the highway Kyiv - Chop. There you will come across settlements Suskovo and Chinadievo, between which the amazing palace is located.

Thermal waters of Transcarpathia

If you have never had the opportunity to swim in thermal waters, then you will definitely like the town of Berehove and the village of Kosino (Mukachevsky district). Tourist complexes fascinate with its beauty and range of medical services.

Health complex in Kosino

It is here that you will find outdoor pools and saunas with thermal waters, the temperature of which reaches over 40 degrees. Natural mineral water, in particular, in Beregovo, rises directly from thermal wells, more than 1 km deep. Thousands of tourists from all over the country come to these parts of Transcarpathia to go not only to taste delicious wines and cheeses, but also to have a great time and improve their health.

Balneological resort Lumshory

An ideal place for rest and recuperation is the Lumshory balneological resort, which dates back to the 17th century. The village of Perechinsky district, which is located at the foot of the largest meadow Ukrainian Carpathians- Runa meadows - invites not only to a pleasant pastime, but also to recovery in metal vats.

For someone like this exotic vacation may seem a little strange, but swimming in mineral hydrogen sulfide water will definitely be remembered for a lifetime. Except unforgettable experience bathing in vats helps to improve the musculoskeletal system and rejuvenate the body.

Lumshors invite you to bathe in vats

Given the remoteness from civilization, getting to the village is quite difficult. It is best to start your route from the regional center by train that passes through Perechyn. There you will transfer to route transport, which departs regularly from the bus station.

Lake Synevyr

The real pearl of the Carpathians, which impresses with its beauty and unique flora and fauna, is located in the Mezhhirya region. It has become not only an excellent tourist destination, but also a place for filming more than one film and video clip. It is also often called the "Sea Eye", which impresses with its crystal water and mountain landscapes.

• Lake Synevyr- the largest and one of the most beautiful mountain lakes Carpathians, located at an altitude of 989 meters above sea level. Part of the National natural park Synevyr. The area of ​​the lake is 0.07 km2.

• Valley of daffodils. Near the city of Khust there is a natural biosphere reserve "Daffodil Valley", where unique wild mountain daffodils grow, which are practically not preserved anywhere else in Europe. According to scientists, geological cataclysms occurred during the ice age, and a huge piece of land slid down from the mountains along with plants, which became the attraction of this valley.

• Shypit Waterfall- located on the Pylypets River near the borders of the Borzhava valley. The total height of the Shypit waterfall is 14 m. Shypit falls down in numerous picturesque cascades, it is especially magnificent in spring, when the snow melts. Every year, not far from the waterfall, there is a festival of informals (hippies). Also in this picturesque area, mass events are held: Children's Day; beauty contest "Miss Shipot". Every year from July 7 to 10, Ivan Kupala Day is celebrated with local traditions and flavor.

• Solotvino salt lakes and mines. In the village of Solotvyno there are amazing salt lakes that have a very beneficial effect on human skin, and mud is not inferior to mud in its healing properties. Dead Sea. The water in the lake is several times saltier than sea water. In addition to the famous lakes in Solotvyno, there are also no less famous salt mines. People come there to be treated for asthma, tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases. The deepest medical institution in Ukraine is located in Solotvyno at a depth of 300 meters

Reason 3: Lots of historical and architectural sights

In Transcarpathia, numerous architectural sights have survived to this day, emphasizing the dissimilarity and special history of this region of Ukraine. There are 1817 monuments of history, culture, art in the region, 4 - state museums, 3 theatres.

Transcarpathian Museum of Architecture and Life- This is an open-air museum, opened on June 27, 1970, located in Uzhgorod on the southern slope of the Castle Hill, next to the castle and covers an area of ​​5.5 hectares. The museum exhibits samples of buildings from the mountainous and lowland regions of Transcarpathia, there is also a pavilion in which there are two exhibition halls, a conference hall, and a depository.

Almost all European architectural styles are represented in Transcarpathia - from late Byzantine, Romanesque, Gothic, slightly Renaissance, Baroque, classical, romantic - and to the styles of the late 19th and early 20th centuries: secession, eclecticism, functionalism, constructivism. It was in the Middle Ages, when Gothic and Baroque dominated, that heavy stone massive churches appeared, which symbolized the power of religion. Their characteristic features are the verticality of the composition, the combination of religiosity in architecture with love of life, a shorter transverse nave, arrow-shaped windows, and a rather complex frame system of supports.

There are buildings and ruins on the territory of Transcarpathia 12 medieval castles , among which:

• Uzhgorod castle-fortress(X-XVI centuries) - was the residence of the ancient Russian prince Lyuborets, now - the museum of local lore, which occupies 30 rooms, and its fund has 100 thousand copies. Exhibits - a collection of bronze items, a numismatic collection, handwritten books, early printed books, valuable periodicals, a collection of weapons, a collection of everyday and artistic castings, a collection of folk musical instruments, a collection of crafts, a collection of folk clothes and embroideries, a natural department, a collection of watches, an archaeological the Department.

• Mukachevo castle(Castle Palanok, XIV-XVII centuries) - one of the few surviving to this day, located on a separate standing grief of volcanic origin, an example of medieval defensive architecture. Consists of the Upper, Middle and Lower castles, built at different times, the former residence of the Podolsk prince F. Koryatovich, later belonged to the dynasty of Transylvanian princes. Currently a museum.

• Nevitsky castle(XIII century) - located in the village. Kamyanitsa, 12 km north of Uzhgorod, was built on top of a hill. above the valley of the river Uzh, on the site of an earlier wooden fortification.

• Count's Court(1629) - the oldest secular building of the region, located in the town of Beregovo.

• Palace of Baron Pereni(XVI-XVIII centuries) - together with the park is one of the oldest examples palace architecture, located in Vinogradovo.

Transcarpathia is famous for its wooden churches, built by folk craftsmen without a single nail in specific architectural styles, inherent only in a certain area, their over thirty in the region.

In Transcarpathia, there is the world's only monument to a postman (a monument to Fedor Feketa, in Turya Remety, Perechyn district).

Reason 4: Ideal conditions for treatment and recovery

Rest and treatment in Transcarpathia is about 400 sources that represent all the main groups of mineral waters. Due to the presence of mineral springs, a network of sanatoriums and health-improving complexes. For treatment, both water and salt obtained by evaporating water are used. Water is used in the form of baths, irrigation, inhalations, hydromassage. Some water is only used for drinking. In sanatoriums, diseases of the internal organs, the digestive system, skin diseases are treated, and the body is cleansed. Clean mountain air, coniferous forests, untouched nature, lack of industry in combination with mineral springs create ideal conditions for the treatment and improvement of the whole organism. Mineral waters of the Luzhanskaya type are famous with. Solochin; with. Polyana - "Polyana Font" and "Kvasova Polyana"; water "Shayanskaya" in its composition is close to the mineral waters "Borjomi" and "Essentuki". On the territory of Transcarpathia, there are about 50 sources of thermal waters used to treat the organs of movement, the cardiovascular system, the central nervous system, and skin diseases. Most of these sources are artificial. Salt lakes await you in Solotvyno, the effect of which is no different from waters of the Dead seas, and mines, visiting which effectively treats asthmatics. Rest in Transcarpathia is ecologically clean territories and health-improving natural conditions.

Reason 5: Suitable conditions for active rest all year round. Availability of ski resorts with developed infrastructure

Through Transcarpathia there are many hiking trails in the mountains. The presence of fast and rapid mountain rivers creates excellent conditions for rafting, rafting on almost all types of water resources. Horseback riding, cycling, swimming in thermal pools, quad biking, snowmobiling, etc. are always popular with tourists.

Carpathians - popular place winter holiday. On the territory of the Carpathians there are many places for skiing and snowboarding. The mild climate allows you to comfortably engage in winter sports. On the territory of recreation centers and sanatoriums there is equipment rental, lifts, tracks of various difficulty levels. Cottages, rental shops, cafes are being built around popular skiing areas. Experienced instructors will also teach you how to ski, and in a few days you will be cutting through the snow like an experienced skier. by the most famous resorts are: Bukovel, Yablunytsya, Dragobrat, Slavske, Vorokhta, Krasiya, Yasinya, Podobovets, Pylypets, Tysovets. Located on the territory of the Transcarpathian region, Dragobrat is the most mountain resort in Ukraine. There are no problems with snow from December to May.

Reason 6: High quality wines and cognacs

What to watch

1. Olesko Castle. For more than six centuries, the Olesko castle has been rising in the Lviv region on the road to Transcarpathia. He experienced many glorious and tragic events in his lifetime: the Polish king Jan Sobieski was born here, he was conquered by Bogdan Khmelnitsky, the castle survived several fires. At different times there was a Capuchin monastery, an agricultural school, a camp for Polish prisoners of war, and during the war - warehouses of the Nazis. For the last 40 years, the exposition of the Lviv Art Gallery with the largest collection of wooden sculptures in Ukraine has been operating in the castle, and the castle itself is included in golden horseshoe Lviv region is one of the most popular tourist routes Ukraine. This place served as a backdrop for many films, such as "D" artagnan and the three musketeers" and the Polish "Fire and Sword". Near the castle they offer delicious food in cozy restaurant"Gridnitsa", decorated in a knightly style.

Drinks before meals - a compliment from the restaurant

2. Uzhhorod Cathedral - the main Greek Catholic church in Uzhgorod and the residence of Mukachevo bishops. It is best to come on an excursion at night, when there are no tourists and the cathedral fascinates with silence and grandeur. Opposite the building there is a monument to the Austrian Empress Maria Theresa, who is considered the patroness of the Mukachevo Greek Catholic diocese.

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3. Chinadievsky castle. It is also called the Saint Miklos Castle of Love (it was under this name that Chinadievo was first mentioned in 1214). Back in 1682, the powerful princess Ilona Zrini secretly met here with the legendary hero of the Hungarian rebels - Count Imre Tekeli, and after the death of her husband Count Rakoczi, she married him. Currently, the castle is rented by the artist Joseph Bartosh, restoration work is underway here, a museum exposition and an art gallery are open.

4. Nevitsky castle in Uzhgorod was built in the 13th century, and according to one of the legends, it was named so because it was supposed to protect all the girls in the city. According to another version, the owner of the Nevitsky castle Upor recaptured the bride from the Duke of Mukachevo Goro and, in order to quench the anger of his rival, promised: if he had a daughter, he would marry her to the duke at the age of 16. And so it happened, and after 17 years the old duke came to Nevitskoye. The young girl, having learned what kind of groom her father had chosen for her, in despair rushed down from the castle tower. Nature itself rebelled against the unnatural act - and lightning hit the tower, destroying the fortress. Today, the castle is almost not preserved, but if you climb its ruins, you can see beautiful view on the river Uzh and Transcarpathia.

Where to eat

5. Tavern-museum "Deca at the notary". The name translates as "One Hundred Grams at the Notary" as the restaurant is housed in a notary's house built in 1940. The visit turns into fun tour. Everything can make you laugh, from signs and announcements at the entrance to the content of the menu using the local dialect. The restaurant offers traditional Transcarpathian cuisine, as well as some dishes neighboring countries. The institution was founded by a local historian, satirist and cartoonist P. Chuchka, with humor playing with every detail of architecture, design and cuisine.

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Where to have fun

6. "Koliba oprishkiv" in Nyzhny Selishche near Uzhgorod offers to visit traditional Transcarpathian Vespers: an authentic theatrical performance with scenes from Transcarpathian life, songs and dances. Along the way, guests will be taught to speak the Hutsul dialect and treated to the “correct” Transcarpathian dishes - bograch and banosh.

7. Private cheese factory "Baranovo" in the village of Iza, Khust district, it produces several varieties of cheese, feta cheese, grun, vurdu and rica, all using Swiss technology. Here you can watch the process of "birth" of cheese, taste it with wine, and admire the sheep and lambs: the cheese factory is located on the basis of a sheep farm.

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8. In Iza there is also deer farm, where spotted reindeer have been grown for almost 20 years: the medicine "Pantokrin" is made from their horns. There are now several hundred deer living on the farm. They are not afraid of people, they come quite close, they can be fed and stroked. And the donkey Motya also lives on the farm.

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Where to enjoy nature

9. Turya Polyana village located on the territory of the reserve of the same name - perfect place for those who want to take a break from the bustle of the city, breathe the cleanest air, be alone with nature, go fishing on trout ponds or ride Hutsul horses. Nearby is a hydrological monument of nature - the Vojvodin waterfall, and on the outskirts of the village, next to a trout farm, there is a sulfur-hydrogen mineral spring.

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Where to settle

10. In resort complex"Voevodyno" between Uzhgorod and Svalyava you can relax in the spa, ride horses or go fishing, and in winter you can also go skiing. You can also choose accommodation - to settle in a hotel room or the whole family to call in a separate house with a fireplace.

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Where to drink

11. Wine tasting in the cellar of the Shosh family. A private wine cellar is located in the village of Kidyosh, 3 km from the town of Berehove. Here the owner of the cellar, Karl Shosh, lives, grows grapes and makes wine, in the production of which the whole family takes part. They produce more than 30 varieties of white and red wines traditional for its region. Wine tasting is held in a cozy hall where you can taste up to 20 best varieties of Transcarpathian homemade wines, which are served with a delicious snack (cheese, nuts, piknitsa, ropi, pogachi). How to properly hold a glass in your hand and how to serve a drink on the table, about the nuances of combining different types of wines and dishes, and about medicinal properties wine, will tell a skilled sommelier from the Order of Knights.

Transcarpathia always reminds us of a small wonderland. Due to historical factors and geographical location a unique culture and traditions have been formed here. But even more we are amazed by the nature of this region, unique objects throughout Ukraine and the world, which are definitely worth seeing.

Tour Club Drive has vast experience of traveling in Transcarpathia, so we share with you the most interesting natural objects of this region.

1. Lake Synevyr

Why is it worth visiting?

1. The lake is located in an incredibly beautiful area - it is surrounded by fir trees that are more than 140 years old.
2. Synevyr is the largest Mountain Lake Ukraine.
3. The water in the lake is so clean that trout live in it.
4. The Ukrainian horror film Synevyr was filmed here.
5. Synevyr takes the first position in the official ranking of "7 Wonders of Transcarpathia".
6. The sculpture “Sin and Vir” rises on the territory of the national park, which is associated with the legend of the appearance of the lake.

Things to do?

• Settle in a tent on the territory of the Synevyr National Park. (It is forbidden to pitch tents directly near the lake).
• For a walk, there is a wonderful forest around.
• Visit the Museum of Alloy and Forest - 8 km from about. Synevyr.
• Ride horses, which can be rented in the natural park.

Address how to get there

Transcarpathian region, Mezhhirya district, with. Synevyrska Polyana

By train to Volovets station, then by minibus to Mezhhirya and by bus to the lake.

2. Valley of daffodils

The flowering time of the Valley of Narcissus in each year depends on nature, but basically it falls on the period of May 1-15.

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This is the world's largest array of natural thickets of narcissus.
2. This is a unique object, since the flat terrain is not typical for this flower.
3. This area is characterized by dense thickets, daffodils cover it like a carpet.
4. In addition to the narcissist here to be15 species of flowers listed in the Red Book of Ukraine and 16 species of orchids, 104 species of birds and 24 species of butterflies live

Things to do?

• Do beautiful photos against the backdrop of the valley.
• Visit the Narcissus Museum ecological and educational center and learn about the unique flora and fauna of the Valley.

Address how to get there

By car, bicycle - at the exit from the eastern outskirts of the city of Khust there will be a sign and a turn to the Valley.

By train - you need to get to the city of Khust (for example, by minibus from Mukachevo). From there you can take a taxi or walk 4 km.

You can visit the Valley of Narcissus on a tour

3. Shypit Waterfall

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This waterfall is one of the objects of the rating “7 natural wonders Ukraine".
2. The rumble of the waterfall is like a whisper, which is associated with the tragic legend of love.
3. Water here falls from a height of 14 m in several cascades. It is very beautiful

Things to do?

• Admire the waterfall while enjoying Turkish coffee, which is made a few tens of meters from the waterfall.
• Climb Mount Gimba, which is within walking distance (lift works)

Address how to get there

Transcarpathian region, Mezhhirya district, with. Pylypets

Take a train to the Volovets station, and from there there are direct minibuses to the waterfall.

4. Mount Hoverla

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This is the most high mountain Ukraine - 2061 m.
2. At the foot of Hoverla there is the Prut River, so there are a lot of picturesque waterfalls in the area.
3. There are several interesting routes ascents: from the north side - the base "Zaroslyak", through Breskul and Pozhezhevska, from the Transcarpathian side - "Lazeshchyna".

Things to do?

• Climb Hoverla (be sure to try each of the routes).
• Collect berries and mushrooms.
• Ride quad bikes.
• Float on rafts.
• Ride horses.

Address how to get there

By train to Vorokhta, from there it is best to get to the Zaroslyak base by car or take a taxi.

5. Salt Lake Kunigunda

Why is it worth visiting?

1. In terms of water composition, this lake is similar to the Dead Sea.
2. Kunigunda is of anthropogenic origin, appeared at the place where the salt mine sank.
3. The water in the lake has healing properties, since the chemical composition is represented by a high content of bromine ions, and the bottom is covered with a layer of black therapeutic mud.
4. The water temperature in the lake does not fall below 17 degrees all year round.
5. Water improves blood circulation and metabolism, calms the nervous system. Helps in the treatment of rheumatism, sciatica, bronchial asthma, atherosclerosis.

Things to do?

• Recuperate in Kunigunde and nearby lakes.
• Visit the salt mines (it is considered quite unsafe now, so you should do it under the supervision of an instructor).
• Visit St. Stephen's Church and Monument Park.
• Visit the ancient wooden church St. Nicholas.

Address how to get there

S. Solotvino, Tyachevsky district

To Solotvyno from Uzhgorod by train or shuttle bus.

6. Polonina Borzhava

Why is it worth visiting?

1. It is the largest in length and area in Transcarpathia mountain range. Its length is more than 50 km.
2. Traveling around Borzhava is technically easy, so this route is suitable for people different levels preparation.
3. This is a popular place among skiers and snowboarders, the variety of slopes allows you to create trails of different difficulty levels.

Things to do?

• Go hiking along Polonina, enjoying the views around.
• Look at the leftovers radar station on the very high mountain Poloniny - Stop.
• Take the ski lift to Mount Gimba.
• Visit the Shipit waterfall (Pylypets village).

Address, how to get there?

Transcarpathian region, with. Pylypets (one of the starting points - for climbing the Borzhava mountain range).

By train to railway station Volovets, and from there by minibus - to Pylypets.

7. Waterfalls in Lumshory

Why is it worth visiting?

1. Waterfalls "Davir" and "Partizan" are included in the TOP-10 waterfalls of the Ukrainian Carpathians.
2. A large concentration of waterfalls in a relatively small area. In addition to large ones (Partizan, Burkach, Nightingale, Perestupen and Krutilo), there are also many small drops along the stream of a mountain river.
3. The waterfall "Nightingale" in its shape resembles a crab.

Things to do?

• Walk along the Turichka River, enjoying fresh air and admiring the waterfalls.
• Bathe in vats of thermal water in the village. Lumshory.
• Take a walk to Komsomolskoye Lake, which is an hour and a half walk from Lumshor in the opposite direction from the waterfalls.

Address how to get there

with. Lumshory, Perechyn district

A bus runs to Lumshory from Uzhgorod (Uzhgorod station 2) 2 times a day. This station can be reached from the railway station by minibus number 5.

8. Trufanets waterfall

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This is the highest waterfall in Transcarpathia, the water here falls from a height of 36 m.
2. Along the path up from Trufants there is a huge amount of berries and mushrooms.

Things to do?

• Just enjoy the view of this miracle of nature.
• Sit in a gazebo near the waterfall and drink tea from a thermos.
• Gather a bunch of mushrooms.
• Dial mineral water in the source, which is located a few meters from the waterfall.

Address, how to get there?

The waterfall is located on the southeastern slopes of the Svidovets ridge, 7 km. from s. Kvasy and 2 km. from turning to ski resort Dragobrat on the highway Yasinya - Rakhiv. The best way to get there is by car.

9. Dedo-oak

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This is one of the oldest oaks in Ukraine, its age is estimated at 1200 years.
2. The height of the Dedo-oak is more than 30 m (more than a 9-storey building).

Things to do?

• If you are by car, we recommend visiting:

1 hour 20 min from the village Stuzhytsia - Nevitsky Castle

1 hour 40 min. - Uzhgorod.

Address how to get there

with. Stuzhytsia, Velikobereznyansky district

It is best to have your own car. From s. Tower drive west 7 km along the territorial road with. Kostrinska Rostoga, where turn right and drive 7 km north along the national highway H-13 "Lviv-Uzhgorod" to the village. Zhornava, after which you will need to turn left and drive the last 4 km to the village. Stuzhnitsa.

10. Waterfall Voevodin

Why is it worth visiting?

1. This waterfall is of incredible beauty, the water falls from a height of 24 m.
2. The waterfall is located in a fairly remote and hard to reach place, therefore, the feeling of complete merging with nature does not leave.

Things to do?

• Admire the waterfall and relax from the hustle and bustle.
• If you are by car, we recommend visiting with. Lumshory (1 hour from the waterfall), where you can relax and swim in vats of hot water.

Address, how to get there?

Transcarpathian region with. Turya Polyana, Perechyn district

The best way to get there is by your own car. Voevodin is located 12 km from the village of Turya Polyana. If the car is understated, you need to be very careful, because there are a lot of holes on the road. You also need to be prepared for the fact that you have to leave it a few kilometers before the waterfall.