Hnizdychiv, Rural settlement in Stryi Raion, Ukraine.
Hnizdychiv is a settlement in Stryi Raion located on the right bank of the Stryi River in western Ukraine. The village sits south of Zhydachiv and functions as the administrative center for the surrounding hromada community.
Until July 2020, the settlement belonged to Zhydachiv Raion before administrative reforms integrated it into the larger Stryi Raion of Lviv Oblast. This territorial change was part of a broader decentralization effort that consolidated several smaller administrative units.
Saint Gerard Catholic Church stands as a central religious structure in Hnizdychiv, reflecting the spiritual traditions of the local community.
The settlement is easy to reach for visitors exploring the western Ukrainian region and serves as a good starting point for exploring local communities and the river. It is best to visit during warmer months when road conditions are more stable.
In January 2024, the settlement lost its urban-type classification and reverted to rural status, reflecting a shift in its administrative standing. This status change reveals how Ukraine's administrative landscape continues to evolve and redefine communities.
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