Central park, Chernihiv

Central Park Chernihiv is a public green space in the city featuring paved paths, sitting areas, and open grounds for events and gatherings. The grounds include wooded sections, wide meadows, and several prominent monuments and historical objects distributed throughout the layout.

Established in 1964, the park was created on a site with much deeper roots: the ground was originally part of Detinets, a fortified settlement from the 7th century. The ancient defensive structures were preserved and remain integrated into the modern park layout.

The park is named after writer Taras Shevchenko, with his 1964 monument anchoring the central space and reflecting his importance to Ukrainian culture. Visitors encounter twelve cast-iron cannons from the 16th through 18th centuries positioned throughout, serving as reminders of the city's military past.

The park is easily reached via main roads and public transport, offering direct access to the Transfiguration Cathedral and the Saints Borys and Hlib Cathedral. Visitors should wear good walking shoes since the ground is uneven in places and some paths traverse elevated areas.

The park grounds preserve visible sections of ancient earthen ramparts and defensive walls that once protected the medieval city from attack. These earthworks remain notably visible in the terrain today and form distinctive ridges in the park's landscape.

Location: Chernihiv

Inception: 1964

GPS coordinates: 51.50008,31.32250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:45