Krasnokutskyi Park

Krasnokutskyi Park is a botanical garden situated in a ravine valley in Krasnokuts district, equipped with diverse plant species, ponds, dams, and streams. The slopes are arranged in terraces, creating a natural structure that divides the garden into distinct levels.

Ivan Nazarovych Karazin founded the park in 1793 on the grounds of a Cossack monastery that operated from 1654 until its closure by Catherine II. The conversion of the religious site into a garden marked a significant shift in how the land was used.

The park bears the name of Krasnokuts and is experienced by visitors as a place where nature and historical structures exist together. The Island of Love with its architectural feature reflects how the Karazin family once designed this space as a romantic setting.

The park is managed by a scientific horticultural research center that maintains collections and paths throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for uneven terrain and changing elevations, as the garden is arranged across different levels.

Underground passages from the monastic period remain preserved on the eastern side of the ravine and connect to a network of caves within the park. These hidden structures reveal the long history of the site beneath the surface.