Khreshchatyi Park (Kyiv)

Ukraine / Kyyiv / Kiev / Kyiv
 park, place with historical importance, 18th century construction

The park was founded as a part of the Tsarskyi ('Royal') Garden in 1743.
In 1752, after the liquidation of the 'Skorodum' fortress, the park was planned.

It had different names – Tsarskyi ('Royal'), Kupetskyi ('Merchant'), Proletarskyi ('Proletarian'), Pionerskyi ('Pioneer').
The park received its current name on February 2, 1993.

Since 1972, Khreshchatyi Park has the status of a monument of garden and park art of local importance.

Area: 11.8 hectares (29 acres).
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Coordinates:   50°27'15"N   30°31'55"E
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