Zvirynets fortifications of Kyiv Fortress, Military fortification in Kyiv, Ukraine.
The Zvirynets fortifications form a network of defensive structures with trenches, bunkers, and observation posts positioned on elevated terrain near the Dnieper River.
Built between the 17th and 19th centuries, these fortifications integrated into the Kyiv Fortress complex following the 1654 Council in Pereiaslav agreement.
The fortifications contain architectural elements that represent the evolution of military engineering techniques and defense strategies throughout three centuries of Ukrainian history.
Visitors can access the fortifications through guided tours that explain the military architecture and strategic positioning of different defensive elements within the complex.
The structures incorporate natural terrain advantages with constructed fortifications, creating an integrated defense system that controlled multiple access points to Kyiv.
Location: Kyiv
GPS coordinates: 50.41947,30.55957
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:52
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