Summer reached the equator. Have you been anywhere else than your own city? Then gayda on the journey! Today we offer to look at Uzhgorod - the ideal option for a weekend tour.

Why Uzhhorod
The city - hid behind the Carpathians, on the horizon are already visible hats hills. Here is a mild climate. It is the most distant from the center of Ukraine, the most cozy and quiet. Want to relax from the bustle of the metropolis? Then you are here. After all, the crowds of pilgrims have already disappeared to the blossoming Sakur. The city opens for you a cozy summer season: walks along the waterfront and the spectacular sunset.What needs to be prepared
To another pace of life. People here are not in a hurry, at the weekend there is no huge crowded crowd of tourists, the city center is also almost empty. Do not be surprised if you hear something in the park like a concert - it performs religious songs. And even in different languages ​​(in Russian too). Young people can come to you and start talking about God (this is not Jehovah's Witnesses). A lot of strangeness in this Uzhgorod. And from that it is even more interesting to explore it.
Worth to be prepared for ... expensive ice cream ... but very tasty.Do you have train / bus tickets?
Ideal for transfers: the two main stations are the Bus Station and the Train Station - 5 minutes from each other, and within 20 minutes walking an unobstructed walk from the central part of the city.

What should you visit?

Uzhhorod is a small and cozy city in which all the cool places are almost near. Therefore, we offer the TOP-8, which is worth seeing.

River Uzh It is impossible to see it. It flows in the very center of the city. When there is no rain, the river is so clear that you can see the fish that swims from the bridge. And if you move a little from the city center, you can even descend to the river and help your legs. Do not swim - too soft.
Uzhgorod castle. In front of your eyes, it arises quite unexpectedly - because of the horn of the house. And it is impressive in its size and power. And this is in the city center! The castle is interesting and atypical. There you will find strange sculptures, and the remnants of the ancient church, and the magnificent landscape that opens before the eyes, should only look for the defensive walls. There are already mountains not far away. Entrance to the territory of the castle - 5 hryvnia with a student ticket. If you want to learn more about history, then you will have to pay extra for visiting the museum of local lore in the territory of the fortress.
Museum of folk architecture and everyday life. We have already said that all the cool places in almost one place? So, this museum is literally 10 steps away from the castle. Very comfortable. The entrance fee is UAH 15 for students. And it's worth it. You will find yourself in a genuine ancient village with old wooden huts, household rooms and even ducks and corn beds. In this museum, the sky is very quiet and calm. If you need a relaxation - you are here.
Quay. From what Uzhhorod is pleasantly surprised - it is very comfortable and large shops. Even under the crowns of lions. For an evening walk this is what you need. Near the river, where fish are local.
Botanical Garden. At first glance it resembles an old abandoned villa with a lush garden. There really is what to see and there is where to go. Even breathing is better - full of chest. Do not lose that opportunity.
Cathedral in the city center. Its official name is Holy Cross Cathedral Greek Catholic Cathedral. If you do not like such religious buildings, then we do not call there. But one should stand on the porch and look to the right - it's there that will open a wonderful landscape on a typical European street - narrow and "curved". An ideal place for a salf.
Gallery Ilko. The modern building is built in which are often held interesting exhibitions of works of contemporary artists and concerts - maybe on this day you will discover something new to yourself?
"Owen's Nest" with the observation deck - read, maybe right now there is a lecture of interesting writers or a tasting event on Ferentsa Rakotsi's street, and rock garden rock "Chapel" for informal gatherings under the guitar.
Where to go if you're in town for a few days?
The districts of Uzhhorod are no less interesting and will take no more than 1-2 days.

You can go to the Nevytsky castle, with. Kamyanytsia, m. Mukachevo, p. Chinadiyevo, to the san. The Carpathians visit the Palace of Earl Schönborn, or Vojvodino Park in the village. Turya Pasich.

Schonborn Palace. This is an interesting and unique castle. It is precisely calculated that it has 365 windows, 52 rooms and 12 entrance doors. It's a joke that the architect, really, loved numbers and calendars. Near the castle is a pond, which in shape resembles the borders of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in those days (the building was built in 1890-95). There is also a park and animal enclosure near the castle. To this palace you can get a bus directly from Uzhgorod.
Mukacheve castle Palanok. Beautiful and ancient building, the first mention of which was already 900 years ago. It is located at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level. From the heights of the castle reveals a magnificent view of the Carpathians. From Uzhgorod to Mukachevo there are many transport: trains, trains, minibuses.
Castle of Saint-Miklos. Although outwardly it is not very attractive, but inside it is restored. It hosts festivals and walks a wedding. You can get on the bus from Mukacheve.

What can you save:
On souvenirs. If you are a lover of lovely gifts of travel, then in Uzhgorod you can hit the magnets for only 5 hryvnia.
On the products. It is worth buying in large supermarkets. There, food is sold much cheaper.
What should be done:
Buy a castle and hang on a bridge. With a loved one, a company of friends or yourself - leave a piece of yourself in this city. From the huge number of castles hanging there it is clear that this is a kind of Uzhgorod tradition. And their varieties are just amazing.
Carefully read all signs in the city. And to be surprised that the westernmost city of Ukraine speaks in fact Russian.
Try to get something after 18:00. And to understand that this is almost impossible. About six all shops are closed, and in the evening you will not find any one open. As an exception - supermarkets. But they are not in the city densely.
Follow the quest in Uzhgorod, padded with a bear on the pavement (a special qr-code will help you) and collect all the mini-sculptures.
Although Uzhhorod is the smallest regional center of the country, it was founded in the XI century. Then the city became the fortress of the Druhets family, and now it has an invaluable history and unique Carpathian air. So pack a backpack!Tickets for the bus on the official sites: http://ticket-bus.travel and http://bus.com.ua
Telephone help call-center 0504346620 will help you to book and buy a ticket by sending it even to Vauber)

Posted by IRINA LADYKA on August 10, 2016

Photo: zkmuseum.com, karpaty.life

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