Dubovyi Hai, Municipal park in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.
Dubovyi Hai is a large park extending along the Dnieper River with walking paths, artificial ponds, and bridges connecting different sections. The grounds include recreation areas, dining options, and leisure facilities that serve visitors of different ages and interests.
The park was established in 1959 as a public recreation space and expanded with additional facilities over the following decades. The oak trees here connect to stories from much earlier regional history.
The name refers to the abundant oak trees that define the landscape throughout the grounds. These trees hold meaning in the local collective memory connected to regional history.
The grounds are accessible on foot and offer multiple entrances from main streets throughout the surrounding area. Plan time to explore different sections, especially if visiting with family or wanting to enjoy all available activities.
The grounds served as a filming location in the 1950s and now house a dinosaur park with life-sized models opened in recent years. This unexpected addition draws families looking for something different from typical park activities.
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