Book Description

As the title suggests, Awesome Ukraine is more than a guide! Simply put, it is all that is awesome about Ukraine - from national dishes, to historical facts, symbols, mythology, popular culture and much more. This book has a highly stylized design and a unique layout with photos spanning the decades. In it you will find explanations as to: why our national symbols are the blue and yellow flag and the tryzub; why Ukrainians are sentimental towards the nightingale, vyshyvanka and salo; why we are proud of Pylyp Orlyk, Serge Lifar, the Klychko brothers and the AN-225 ""Mriya"" Airplane; and why the centre of Europe is located in Zakarpattia Oblast. Inside Awesome Ukraine you will find: chapters on history, culture, food, places, nature, sports, technology; gorgeous photos and images throughout the book; beautiful layout; insightful and short texts explaining interesting things you need to know about Kyiv, including historical and cultural context; fun facts. About The Awesome Series: The Awesome Series travel books are best selling in Ukraine since 2012. Loved by locals and visitors alike, they are a genuine take on the Ukrainian art, cities, culture, food and traditions.