Krasna Square
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| Native name | Красна площа Error {{native name checker}}: parameter value is malformed (help) |
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| Former name(s) | Kuibyshev Square |
| Namesake | Old Slavic word for beauty[1] |
| Type | Square |
| Location | Chernihiv, Ukraine |
| Coordinates | 51°29′28″N 31°17′55″E / 51.49111°N 31.29861°E |
Krasna Square (Ukrainian: Красна площа, Krasna ploshcha; literally translated as "Beautiful Square") is the main public square located in the city of Chernihiv, Ukraine.
History
From the Kievan Rus' era up until the 20th century, the square served as the city’s main trade center, featuring numerous stalls and small shops. Today, the square houses many cultural and administrative institutions, including the city's Opera and Drama Theatre.
During the Christmas time, the area is decorated with a large Christmas tree and an ice rink for skating.
Attractions
- Soviet warriors common grave
- Chernihiv City Council
- Shchors cinema in Chernihiv
- Hotel Desna
- Opera and Drama Theatre, designed by Semyon Fridlin
Gallery
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References
- ^ "Krasna Ploshcha Save". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 5 May 2020.
External links
Media related to Category:Krasna Square (Chernihiv) at Wikimedia Commons
