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Kiev Pechersk Lavra

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Kiev Pechersk Lavra or Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra or Cave Monastery is in Kiev.

Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra is one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Ukraine and on the teritory of the former Soviet Union. Only the most important monasteries were designated as Lavras; there were only 4, of which Cave Monastery is the oldest. It was founded in 1077.

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  • Metro (Subway) station "Arsenal'na" is a couple blocks away from the main entrance. YOu can take a trolley from the subway station - 2 stops.
  • The monastery os a relatively short walk from the World War II Museum, or the Park of Glory

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  • Salyut Hotel. A short distance away, this cylindrical building is a landmark of its own.  edit

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