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St. Cyril's Monastery

12 Oleny Telihy Street, Kiev, Ukraine
Ranked #22 of 75 attractions in Kiev
4.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
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Kiev, Ukraine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

This is one of very old churches of Kiev city, interesting pictures and icons. But it is not overcrowded. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

Doesn't matter if you come as a business or tourist traveler , this is one place worth seeing. Very mysterious and preserved in amazing well shape More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2011
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A visit to St. Cyril's Church Museum is an easy afternoon trip away from the hubbub of central Kiev. We took a tram from Contractor's Square, and then walked about 10 minutes up an easy grade to the church. The general area is open, and reminiscent of suburban parkland. When St. Cyril's was first completed in 1167 (High Middle Ages),... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 June 2011
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This is a wonderful church that has been restored but the original frescos are still visible. It is quiet and overwhelming and I was the only person in the church, unlike many other sites around Kiev that are very crowded. I could really take my time and view all the amazing artwork. The woman at the cash desk even turned... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011
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