Obolonskaya embankment how to get there. Where to run in Kyiv: Obolonskaya embankment. Advantages of renting an apartment in Obolon
On city routes and run around Kyiv Singapore - Obolonskaya embankment. Of course, it doesn’t reach Singapore, but there are also high-rise buildings here, quite green and well-groomed, clean air by city standards, no cars, nice views of Obolon Bay and a lot of runners.
The development of this part of Obolon is modern, most residential buildings were built 10-15 years ago. The houses are mostly high-rise, up to 25 floors, but there are also cottage-townhouses that claim to be elite.
Obolonskaya embankment is one of the longest and most well-groomed in Kyiv. The only place not covered by civilization is a conditional park in the Natalka tract, closer to the Moscow Bridge. There are some ruins there, a huge concrete caisson left over from the “Stalin tunnels”, and broken-down paths with old concrete slabs. However, the park has already begun to be reconstructed - in any case, they have posted a picture of how it will all look in the distant future.
Otherwise, there is continuous civilization here - a golf club, cafes and restaurants, sculptures, a rock garden, children's playgrounds and even open-air gyms. Of course, most of the objects are far from the Singaporean polish, well, we don’t yet have fines of $1000 for any disgusting behavior (but it wouldn’t hurt).
Location
Obolonskaya embankment stretches along the street of Heroes of Stalingrad from the Moscow Bridge to the intersection with the street. Northern.
The nearest metro stations: Minskaya (up to 1 km), Obolon and Heroiv Dnepra (a little more than 1 km). You can leave your car in the courtyards of houses, check-in from the street. Heroes of Stalingrad.
Route options
There is nowhere to get lost here - there is only one route. The length of the embankment from the Moscow Bridge to Severnaya Street, where both Obolon and Kyiv end, is exactly 5 km. Back and forth it turns out to be ten, very convenient.
Formally, the embankment turns into the street. Riverside, where there are already cars, but there are few of them there, and the sidewalk along the river is wide.
A run along the Obolonskaya embankment can be combined with the following routes:
Peculiarities
Approximately up to the middle, the embankment is two-level. There is no relief, with the exception of stairs between levels. The surface is tiles, in some places in poor condition (near the new church), on Prirechnaya it is asphalt.
In the warm season, you can comfortably run here only in the early morning or on a weekday afternoon. In the evenings and on weekends the embankment is filled with crowds of people walking. But in rainy weather and during cold weather it is beautiful and deserted.
There is evening lighting, but the situation with shadow is not very good; you can’t run during the day in the heat. The air is not bad for a city; the embankment is separated from the road by a block of houses.
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Obolon, due to its location, architecture, infrastructure and popularity, has long been called “Kyiv Brooklyn”. But there is one place here that for many years has been ranked first in the rankings of the most beautiful places in our city and is a favorite place of many Kiev residents and guests of the capital. This is what Kyiv PHOTO will talk about in this material.
Obolon is a historical area in the north-west of Kyiv, both a residential and industrial metropolitan area. However, it is the famous embankment that has been the pearl of this area for two decades, a symbol of luxurious life and a popular holiday destination.
The embankment itself, more than three kilometers long, starts from Prirechnaya Street, in the area of the Intercession Cathedral, and ends with the “Rock Garden” next to the Moscow Bridge.
The embankment began to be developed in the 1970s, along with the beginning of development of the area. However, it began to acquire a modern look in 2000, when reconstruction was carried out in stages. So, year after year, new monuments and sculptures, churches, comfortable high-rise buildings and cottages, cafes and restaurants, alleys and flower beds, and much more appeared on the embankment.
Both Obolon residents and residents of the capital and suburbs flock to this truly heavenly corner of Kiev to stroll along the Dnieper waters, take photos, drink coffee or sit in restaurants, meet with lovers and friends, have fun on attractions, ride a bicycle, ride a scooter (assortment) , Segway or rollerblading, jogging or walking with a baby stroller... in general, have a versatile rest. And it’s not surprising that so many people come here, because Obolonskaya embankment looks truly European.
As noted above, the conventional beginning of the embankment is the Intercession Cathedral, towering above the Natalka beach. In 1993, a small church was built, and one of the largest churches in Kyiv - the Intercession Cathedral - began to be built in 1997. Externally it looks completed, but internal work on it continues today.
In 2015, first Ukrainian and then Crimean Tartar flags, approximately 30x20 meters in size, were painted on the slope between the cathedral and the beach.
This is followed by an area with benches, a number of restaurants, bars and cafes, followed by a small area where four bronze monument sculptures were installed in 2014-2015: “Monument to Dog Fidelity”, “Golden Fish”, “Frog Princess” and “Kotigoroshko and the Serpent Gorynych”. They are followed by a chain of luxury cottages.
But if you go down from the bronze figures, you immediately find yourself on a wide alley on the very shore of the Dnieper Bay, along which there are about a dozen stone sculptures.
Having reached the end of the alley, the further route can be continued in two ways - along the top, along elite five-story buildings, or along the bottom, along the river coast, part of which is occupied by a golf center.
If you choose the second route, it will begin with the Avenue of the Muses with 8 sculptures of ancient Greek goddesses made of cement and marble chips. These statues were made by novice sculptors from the nearby Academy of Arts. Between them there are benches, two of which are worth mentioning separately. The first is a bright shop in the shape of lips, and the second is a shop with handprints of Ukrainians - winners and medalists of the Olympic Games, opened in 2015.
Between the two paths, it is worth paying attention to the caisson “Stalin Tunnel”, a children's amusement park, as well as a small art space where there are: a summer cinema, a mosaic map of Ukraine, several graffiti, benches with ornaments and poems that cannot be damaged, brightly painted feeding troughs and other.
The next big attraction Obolonskaya embankment is the Church of the Nativity, built in 2003-2008.
Opposite the temple is the “Journey into Self” labyrinth and a rotunda with a green spherical roof and a golden dome. If you stand in the center of the gazebo, then any spoken speech will create an echo - both adults and children are happy with such fun.
And the embankment ends with the “Rock Garden” near two Obolon skyscrapers. The center of this small park is a fountain, in the center of which there is a composition - three girls hiding under an umbrella. There are also sculptures of a mermaid, a leopard and an eagle. As the name implies, the territory of the park, by the way, designed in the shape of a sail, is decorated with huge cobblestones brought from different parts of Ukraine.
Concluding this publication, let’s say that the embankment on Obolon is so attractive that you can relax here around the clock and at any time of the year, especially warm ones.
And finally - two vespers photos of Obolonskaya embankment.
Kyiv, which is not inferior to many European capitals in terms of the number of unique attractions, has long been the main tourist center of Ukraine. Interesting places in the cradle of Slavic cities make getting to know it an exciting experience. Each street has its own secrets, and a simple walk through the business center of the country will bring a lot of pleasant emotions.
History of the area
The recently opened Obolonskaya embankment is one of the most interesting corners of Kyiv, a must-see for tourists. This is not just a place for walking, but an entire infrastructure with a two-level pedestrian area.
The area was once considered uninhabitable. The desert area was often flooded during river floods, and it is no coincidence that the wetland was named Obolon. About 40 years ago, it was decided to build an expensive microdistrict here that Kyiv could be proud of. Obolonskaya embankment, stretching for four kilometers, is built up with beautiful buildings with a unique style.
The private cottages that line the street constitute an elite complex. It may seem that the buildings are similar in appearance, but each building is unique. The architectural ensemble resembles the scenery erected for a beautiful fairy tale on the embankment, which is beautiful at any time of the year.
Now this is a very prestigious area in which few people can afford to buy an apartment due to its high cost. The Obolon district has turned into a high-status residential complex, at the foot of which is its main treasure - the Obolonskaya embankment, which is pedestrian.
Bronze sculptures
Here you can see about 50 sculptural works, which have become a real highlight of the well-groomed corner. Even near the Minskaya metro station, next to which Obolonskaya embankment is located, everyone is greeted by a sleepy little sun covered in a warm blanket.
City guests and local residents admire the bronze sculptures of heroes from well-known fairy tales. Here you can see the sculptures “Golden Fish” made by an Uzhgorod master, which helps in the fulfillment of innermost desires, and the “Frog Princess”, holding an arrow in her teeth and waiting for her betrothed. Immediately the legendary hero Kotigoroshko from the fairy tale of the same name deals with the monster. By the way, it is believed that it was on the territory of Obolon that the heroes of Kievan Rus fought with the Serpent Gorynych.
Labyrinth in the energy zone
Obolonskaya embankment, photos of which will surprise you with a variety of attractions, is considered not just a place for a promenade. Here is an energy zone that allows you to know your inner desires. It is not for nothing that there is a unique labyrinth on it, called “Journey into Yourself.” Everyone who takes it will receive answers to their pressing questions.
The “Rock Garden,” which recently appeared at the very beginning of the embankment, is not at all like traditional Japanese ones. It is not intended for meditation and is not performed according to all the rules of Zen Buddhism. But here you can take a walk, sit with friends on benches and take a break from all your problems. Scattered huge boulders, on which there are signs indicating where they came from, look strange, since they are surrounded on all sides by high-rise buildings.
This unusual idea appealed to the people of Kiev, who believe that the beautiful Obolonskaya embankment, the photos of which convey its majesty, deserves the best.
Paths covered with paving slabs run through the garden, and on them are hidden sculptures of a tiger and an eagle, as well as a statue of the little mermaid. with three girls hiding from the water under an umbrella, it is very popular in the summer, when whole groups of young people gather around it. And in the evening the structure is beautifully illuminated.
The little mermaid helping lovers
The charming figure of a cute little mermaid holding a sea shell will help you find your life partner. To do this, you need to touch the sculpture and sincerely ask it to give it to your soulmate. Happy newlyweds definitely come here to thank their fairy who gave them love.
A positive place
According to local residents, Obolonskaya embankment is a positively charged place, and it is no coincidence that the sun almost always pleases with its rays. On weekends, even Khreshchatyk is not as crowded as here. This is the best place for romantic walks and sports. Picnics are held on the beach, many swim in the Dnieper, and older people fish. In the evenings, various entertainment shows and concerts are held, attracting grateful spectators.
A cozy corner, always looked after by human hands, delights with an amazing view of the Obolonsky Bay. You can admire the reigning calm on the mirror-like surface of the Dnieper from early morning until late evening. Four years ago, a water stadium appeared where various competitions are organized and classes are held for children.
What else to see?
- Twelve sculptures made of sandstone that symbolize the signs of the Zodiac.
- Alley of the Muses, which consists of eight statues made of cement and marble chips.
- The sculpture “Traveler Ball”, which represents a globe sitting on a suitcase wearing glasses.
Obolonskaya embankment: how to get there?
You can get to this unique corner in any weather by minibuses from the Obolon, Heroes of Dnepra and Minskaya metro stations. However, local residents recommend walking this path in 10-15 minutes.
According to reviews of Kyiv guests, there is a special energy here. The embankment, harmoniously connecting civilization and nature, awaits tourists who will be enchanted by the amazing views again and again.
The embankment on Obolon is one of the most beautiful and interesting areas in the capital, even at any time of the year, and its length is much longer than Rusanovskaya embankment.
It is no coincidence that this well-kept place is the most attractive place to live among Kiev residents and visiting guests. The embankment is quite popular among fans of an active lifestyle - runners, lovers of cycling, roller skating, skateboarding, and not just among the inhabitants of neighboring elite high-rise buildings and old-timers in the outback of the Obolon massif.
Residents from other metropolitan areas specially come here for “romantic walks” along the Dnieper with the atmosphere of the ocean coast. Especially in the evenings on weekends, quite a lot of people enjoy walking here; at times the Embankment is so filled with crowds of people walking that one gets the impression of being on Khreshchatyk. There's enough room for everyone here. The embankment is separated from the highway by a block of residential high-rise buildings and a number of elite cottage-townhouses.
The modern development of Obolonskaya embankment in the area of the same name appeared relatively recently, during the second period of development of the microdistrict. The first red-brick multi-storey new buildings of the residential microdistrict "Oasis" among the Obolon panorama appeared in 2006. True, some sections of this street began to form in the last century, for example, in the early 90s the youth residential area "Obolon" was built, and in the last decade, The high-rise building of the Institute of Hydrobiology, standing alone in the middle of a wasteland, is today already surrounded by modern cottages. The beautiful architecture of a group of elite houses built according to the design of a cottage town looks unusual on Obolonskaya embankment; some of them can even be purchased.
Of course, one of the unique attractions of Obolonskaya embankment is the quiet expanse of Obolonsky Bay, the close proximity of comfortable residential high-rise buildings and the fact that the street along its entire length is a pedestrian zone.
Golf fans or those simply interested will be able to try to hit a small ball into special holes and have an interesting time visiting the golf center on Obolonskaya embankment.
Here you can see up to fifty unusual sculptural structures and structures. Near the Minskaya metro station, literally a few hundred meters away, there is an interesting sculpture by K. Skritutsky - a little sun sleeping in a crib and covered with a blanket. Not far from the embankment, on weekends you can attend services at the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Mother of God.
Walking along the embankment, it is difficult not to pay attention to the bronze sculptures of fairy-tale heroes standing along the sidewalk: the “Golden Fish”, which can fulfill your innermost desires, and if you touch the crown of the “Frog Princess”, you can meet your fate, the legendary Kotigoroshko with a mace, who defeated the fire-breathing Gorynych's snake. It is no coincidence that the sculpture of the fabulous hero of Kievan Rus was installed on Obolonskaya embankment; according to one of the legends, it was in the Obolon area that a battle took place between the miracle hero Dobrynya Nikitich and a multi-headed snake.
The monument of two cute bronze retrievers at Obolonskaya embankment, 12-d captivates with its sincerity, and the phrase engraved on the pedestal makes everyone think about simple values - fidelity and love.
There is also an unusual labyrinth near the Obolonskaya embankment, which locals nicknamed “The Journey into Yourself.” Locals claim that everyone, having mentally formulated questions that are important to themselves and taking a leisurely journey through the labyrinth, will be able to get answers to these questions, because the path of the labyrinth is laid in a special energy zone, thanks to which it is possible to find these answers. On the walls of one unfinished building located not far from the labyrinth, local residents depicted the golden domes of one of the church shrines of Kyiv.
At the end of this amazing embankment, there is a “Rock Garden”, unusual for the capital, where you can see huge stones and admire a giant bronze sculpture of a predatory puma and an eagle. In the summer, those who wish can sit by the fountain with three little girls, hiding “under a mushroom” from the pouring rain. The figurine of a mermaid with a seashell deserves special attention. As the locals secretly say, if you sit next to her on a bench, the long-haired nymph will help you find a partner in life and even in some mysterious way will help you go to the registry office, and in order for her to start helping, you definitely need to touch her and ask her from the bottom of your heart. help.
It should also be noted that Obolonskaya embankment is such a favorably charged place that even in gloomy and rainy weather, it seems that the sun is shining.
The only place in the Embankment area that is not covered by civilization is the so-called Natalka Park not far from the Moscow Bridge. Here there are the ruins of a huge concrete structure left over from the unfinished railway tunnels of the Stalin era, which were planned to be built under the Dnieper, and old broken paths paved with concrete slabs. However, they have already begun to reconstruct the tract - at least they have established a picture of what they plan to do in the future.
Currently, semicircular benches with lions are installed along the embankment, and there are many cozy cafes, restaurants, bars and pubs overlooking the Dnieper. On the shore, next to the golf center, there is a yacht club pier.
The embankment on Obolon has become a favorite place for newlyweds for several years now; a wedding photo shoot with beautiful views of the Dnieper and Obolon Bay turns out to be truly spectacular.
Location of the embankment on Obolon:
Obolonskaya Embankment Street starts directly from the Moscow Bridge and is located parallel to the Heroes of Stalingrad Avenue, and ends at the intersection with Severnaya Street.
How to get to Obolonskaya embankment
You can get there by metro. Closest to the embankment is the station. m. “Minskaya”.
Renting an apartment daily is one of the most popular types of real estate rental in Kyiv. A convenient choice in this case are apartments for daily rent in Obolon. This is a residential area of the city, where there are many places for leisure and entertainment. Obolonsky district has one of the most developed infrastructures in Kyiv. Our website presents one-, two-, three-room apartments of different price categories: from cozy budget options to luxury apartments with views. We also offer apartments with more than 4 rooms.
Advantages of renting an apartment in Obolon
All facilities are located within walking distance from the metro, shops and cafes. Convenient transport interchange will allow you to quickly get to the center of Kyiv, the airport or train station. The Obolonsky district also offers its residents walks in parks, near picturesque lakes and along the Dnieper embankment. If you come to Kyiv on a business trip, be sure to check out the Dream Town shopping and entertainment center in Obolon. Here you will find many boutiques and shops where you can buy gifts for your loved ones that you will bring back from your business trip. Also at your service are cinemas, bars, and a water park. All apartments that we offer for daily rent are located in close proximity to the Dream Town complex.
Service
Studio and classic layouts available. All our apartments, which are rented daily, are furnished and equipped with working appliances. Each apartment is equipped with the necessary supplies: dishes, bed linen and towels. The kitchen of each of the proposed properties has everything necessary for preparing and storing food.
The apartments are equipped with heating radiators and air conditioning for your comfortable stay at any time of the year. All support systems are in good working order and are serviced on time - you will not have to deal with leaks and sudden shutdowns. All facilities are cleaned and bed linen and bath accessories are changed before each subsequent rental. Plumbing equipment is disinfected.
Our facilities are a cozy alternative to a hotel, more financially profitable. We do not offer apartments with Soviet-era renovations and carpets on the walls. We only have modern rental properties that are popular among travelers and people on business trips.
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When you book any apartment you like for daily rent through our website, you can be sure that you are renting a cozy, clean room. Smoking and pets are prohibited in our apartments, which is especially important for allergy sufferers. All photographs presented on the site are current. There are no “surprises” in the form of shabby walls to be afraid of.
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