Central House of Officers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Military cultural center in Kyiv, Ukraine.
The Central House of Officers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is a large military center in Kyiv with over 100 rooms and a main concert hall. The building houses a museum, library, lecture halls, and a restaurant that serve different purposes of the institution.
The building was originally constructed between 1914 and 1915 as a military flight school for aviation training. It was transformed in 1933 into the House of the Red Army and later became a central military institution in independent Ukraine.
The building serves as a gathering place for military personnel and regularly hosts exhibitions that present the heritage of Ukrainian armed forces. Visitors find spaces dedicated both to remembrance and to exchange among those who have served.
The facility is accessible to visitors through multiple entrances with helpful signage for different areas inside. Plan enough time to explore as the building covers large spaces with various purposes and functions.
The building features Neo-Empire architectural style with a large concert hall at its center used for performances and events. This design makes it a notable example of early 20th century military architecture in the region.
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