Mykolaiv, Maritime port city in southern Ukraine
Description
Mykolaiv is a port city in the southern part of Ukraine where the Southern Bug and Inhul rivers meet. The streets run in a regular pattern connecting both riverbanks with wide boulevards and residential neighborhoods.
History
The settlement began in 1789 as a naval base on orders from Prince Grigory Potemkin to support the Black Sea fleet. Shipbuilding grew rapidly through the 19th century, turning the port into a major center for warships and merchant vessels.
Culture
The city takes its name from Saint Nicholas, patron of sailors, reflected in several churches and monuments throughout the area. Along the riverbanks, locals gather in parks and on wide promenades where life by the water shapes daily routines.
Practical
Visitors can walk between residential areas and riverfront zones as several bridges link both sides. Public transport includes buses and minibuses that run regularly across the city, connecting main points of interest.
Did you know?
The city hosts the zoo, the oldest in southern Ukraine, founded in the early 1900s. Some old trees along main streets date back to the original town planning and provide thick shade during summer.
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Saint Nicholas monument in Mykolaiv
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Mikveh in Mykolaiv
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