Khoroshiv, Mining settlement in Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine
Khoroshiv is a mining settlement in Zhytomyr Oblast situated at about 208 meters above sea level. The town developed around religious buildings, a monastery, and fortification walls that still define its appearance.
The settlement was first recorded in 1545 under the name Oleksandropil and initially belonged to Alexander Pronsky. It later passed to the Polish Leszczynski family through inheritance.
The Museum of Valuable and Decorative Stones shows the mineral treasures found in the region through local mining. You can see the different stones and crystals that come from the area.
The town is easy to walk through and has several attractions located nearby. The fortification walls and religious buildings are easy to reach and offer good opportunities for exploring.
The nearby Khoroshiv-Volodarsk mine extracts topaz and other gemstones, giving the region special geological importance in mineral production. This activity shapes the town's life and economy.
Location: Khoroshiv Raion
Elevation above the sea: 208 m
GPS coordinates: 50.60000,28.45000
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01
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