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Kulturelles Herz Pripyats

Cultural Heart of Pripyat

Built in the 1970s as a vibrant centerpiece, the abandoned Palace of Culture Energetik holds secrets of a bygone era. Here, you'll explore the traces of everyday Soviet life, from theaters to sports venues, surrounded by the silent narrative of political propaganda, captured in faded banners and artwork. A rare window into a world that once was.

Sportstätte der Geister

Sports Facility of the Spirits

Once a beating heart of the sport, nature has reclaimed the Avanhard Stadium. Overgrown running tracks and grandstands, where thousands once cheered, now whisper tales of times gone by. Only the main stand defies time, a silent testimony to the hopes and dreams that fell silent with the Chernobyl disaster.

Sportstätten mit postapokalyptischem Charme

Sports venues with post-apocalyptic charm

Modern architecture meets the embrace of nature in this once thriving centre for sports and leisure. Empty swimming pools, covered in graffiti, and dramatic windows clogged with leaves bear witness to past greatness. Overgrown running tracks and grandstands where trees have taken root tell silent stories of past competitions and encounters.

Grüne Oase in Manhattan

Green oasis in Manhattan

With an area of about 422 football fields, this park offers cultural events, scenic walks and spacious meadows for picnics. Child-friendly attractions, such as the carousel and the zoo, enchant the youngest visitors. An ideal place for families to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy unforgettable moments surrounded by greenery.

Erkunde eine echte Geisterstadt

Explore a real ghost town

Walk through abandoned streets, past disused fairground attractions and abandoned apartment blocks. Glimpses of a vanished era through the eyes of the former residents, whose everyday life came to an abrupt end. The echo of a forgotten city, enveloped by nature, tells stories of dreams and disasters.

Charmantes Übernachten in Kyiv

Charming place to stay in Kyiv

Situated in a historic centre, this boutique hotel with red and white décor offers stylish accommodation. Guests enjoy free breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi and parking. Additional amenities include a computer workstation, ATM, spa services, and more in 35 smoke-free rooms, ideal for day trips.

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