WhatisUkraine?

What is Ukraine? Here are some top facts about this innovative, diverse and dynamic European country you were probably curious to know.

Personal data: Ukraine, 30

State of mind: Freedom

Defining features: Dignity and Bravery

Potential: Strong and Untapped

Dream: Peace and Prosperity

Timing: NOW

**The fire at night in the mountains**
Photo: Volodya Senkiv, Shutterstock

Welcome to Ukraine!

Feel safe and be our guest.

You are going to explore the largest country in Europe – a picturesque place where innovative creativity meets ancient traditions, and wonderful legends come into reality.

Upon the road you will come to know lots of brave and kind-hearted people.

They are fighting for freedom and dignity.

They are searching for peace and prosperity.

They are transforming Ukraine into a modern country, unique business hub and new all-season tourist destination.

Give them a smile. Your kindness will return to you.

**Balloons at sunset in Kamyanets-Podilsky**
Photo: Khomenko Maryna, Shutterstock

Now get closer. The time has come to unlock the great and still less than fully realized potential of Ukraine.

It is our time.

And it starts right NOW.

So, you’ve got the answer to the question ‘What is Ukraine?’… Welcome, and don’t forget to take a big backpack for some great memories with you!

Ukrainian Trident (Tryzub)

The Ukrainian coat of arms – trident, or tryzub – has a long history (over a thousand years, if not more), but at the same time, it is a symbol of a modern country.

Ukrainian women and girls in science

Many of Ukrainian female researchers are presented in the country's science, technology, engineering and math (STEM altogether). Ukrainian women in science contribute to all of these fields – on an equal footing with men.

Ukrainian Fashion Week turns 25

With a mission to promote modern Ukrainian fashion worldwide, the festival has helped discover numerous young talents.

Ukrainian Antarctic research station: science and penguins

The Ukrainian Antarctic research station named after the scientist Volodymyr Vernadsky is a small corner of Ukraine settled down among icebergs.

Not only espresso: Ukrainian coffee culture

Commencing a text about coffee culture with a cup of coffee? Sounds like a tautology, but not when we speak about the Ukrainian coffee culture.

Independence day of Ukraine

Yesterday, today, and every day. I am independent. I am Ukraine.

Ukrainian Flag Day

Today is Ukrainian Flag Day!

Sport in Ukraine: thrilling moments and world records

Over the years, sport in Ukraine has brought many memorable moments and a fair share of world records. Let's have a look back and have an overview over the greatest of them.

Tokyo Olympics 2020 — 10 Ukrainian athletes to follow

157 athletes, who will compete in 25 sports, represent Ukraine at the XXXII Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo. Let’s get to know 10 Ukrainian stars — leaders of the Ukrainian team.

Ivan Kupala Night — a mysterious celebration in search of luck

Can you imagine jumping over fire, divination, dancing, swimming, guessing, searching for a magic blooming plant that never existed, and all this stuff in the middle of the night? Looks like a quest, doesn't it? Still, this is how Ukrainians celebrate Ivan Kupala Night, an extraordinary ancient holiday, beloved for its original traditions and rites.

International Book Arsenal Festival 2021

International Book Arsenal Festival is an annual intellectual event in Ukrainе, founded by Mystetskyi Arsenal in 2011. The 10th International Book Arsenal Festival will take place on June 23-27, 2021 in Kyiv, Ukraine in a hybrid format.

Ukrainian Literature: Tips for Bookworms

Hopeful and ironic. It mirrors the historical and social background of Ukraine’s fight for freedom and democracy within the modern period of independence. Full of the language of the street. Ukrainian literature is a part of the European heritage. Here are some good literary tips for every bookworm.

Heorhiy Narbut, Ukrainian Master of Graphics

Heorhiy Narbut (1886–1920) is one of the most prominent Ukrainian graphic artists and illustrators of the first half of the 20th century who founded the Ukrainian font school.

8 Ukrainian Illustrators That Will Amaze You

Ukrainian illustrators impress! They receive international awards and recognition, and every year millions of books illustrated by talented Ukrainians are published in the world. In this article, read more about world-famous illustrators from Ukraine.

Ukraine at the Eurovision Song Contest: 10 facts

Ukraine has a long successful Eurovision history. While we are looking forward to Go-A Band's performance at the first semi-final on May 18, let’s check out top-10 facts about Ukraine at this beloved music contest.

Going digital as Ukraine’s new black

Digitalization has become Ukraine’s flagship topic and the state priority during the last year. Taking the lead internally, the Ministry of Digital Transformation has the ambition to make Ukraine a world champion in being digital, and we are already the first ones who can use digital IDs with absolutely no restrictions! Curious to know how the Ministry makes digital magic within four key projects? Then click!

Crimea, Ukraine. Once a peninsula of freedom and joy

Crimea is Ukraine. Once a peninsula of freedom and joy. Now turned into an island entirely lacking in freedom under the temporarily Russian occupation.

Modern culture of the Crimean Tatars

The story of Crimean Tatars, indigenous people of the Crimean peninsula, is significantly reflected in their culture. Discover the Crimean Tatar history, culture, and identities through the works of modern artists. Here we share with you some famous music, film, and visual pieces of art.

A virtual trip to Crimea

The best way to explore a new destination is through the eyes of its local residents, right? Now you will see and feel Crimea through emotions and memories of people who were born there but had to leave their homeland due to the Russian occupation.

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