Myrhorod Raion, Administrative district in central Poltava Oblast, Ukraine.
Myrhorod Raion is an administrative district in central Poltava Oblast centered around the Psel and Khorol rivers. It comprises numerous communities spread across rolling countryside with mixed agricultural and small urban areas.
The district was formed in 2020 when Ukraine consolidated several smaller administrative regions into its current expanded form. This restructuring reflected a nationwide push to reorganize local government authority.
Velyki Sorochyntsi village hosts traditional market gatherings where vendors and artisans display local crafts and goods. The birthplace of writer Nikolai Gogol shapes the region's literary identity and cultural memory.
The best time to explore the region is during warmer months when roads and village paths are most passable. Visitors will need a car or local transport, as communities are spread widely across the territory.
Mineral springs in the region were discovered in the early 1900s and attracted people seeking healing remedies. Several health resorts developed afterward and continue to shape local wellness traditions.
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