Welcome to Lviv, a city of unique old-world charm; the scene of a collision where East broadsided West, but left only a dent. With its remarkably preserved Gothic and Renaissance architecture, gently bending streets and hidden ancient niches, Lviv is a Ukrainian city with a European soul.
Known as the center of Ukrainian art and culture, the city boasts many of the country’s brightest and best museums, art galleries and theatres. It is also Ukraine’s bible belt buckle – there are magnificent and inspiring churches and cathedrals on almost every corner. Although Lvivians have the reputation of being church-goers, they haven’t forgotten how to party and have a good time. Pubs, clubs, restaurants and coffee houses are plentiful, and it’s usually a local who’s leading the celebration into the early morning hours.
Lviv has had an enthralling and violent history. Founded in honour of his son Lev by King Danylo of Galicia in the early 13th Century, the city was subsequently ruled by Poland, Sweden, the Austrian-Hungarian Empire, Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. The dubious Hitler–Stalin Pact of 1939 granted control of Lviv to the Soviet Union. The Soviet occupation spurred numerous resistance movements in the 1940s and 50s including the much celebrated and controversial Ukrainian Insurgent Army. With the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, freedom was finally realized. Lviv continues to be a shining example of independence and Ukraine owes much of its contemporary identity to the stream of patriotism which emanates from this radical western gem. (Lviv In Your Pocket)
Our UNIVERSITY CENTER offers:
Accommodation at the UCU University Residence
Conference facilities
Language Courses
Internship Program
Tours of the University and City
Theology faculty
Location: Khutorivkastreet 35A
Tel: +380 240 99 57
Open: Usually open 10.00-18.00
History faculty & Administration
Location: Sventsitskohostreet 17
Tel: +380 240 99 40
Open: Usually open 10.00-18.00
University Residence Building
Location: Stryyska street 29 (Ivana Franka street 162)
Tel: +380 237 87 58
Open: Usually open 10.00-18.00
Tours of the University and City
Our Center runs tours of the University and city and is open to visitors.
- Walking tours of the city, which include visits to the University, are offered each day by student guides.
- Tours last two to five hours.
- Groups can also book tours directly with professional guides, and specialist tours are available on a wide range of topics, including architecture, science, literature and art.
- Tours are offered in English, German, Polish and Ukrainian.
For further information please contact:
UNIVERSITYCENTER
Adr: Ivana Franka street 162,
Tel. +380 322 378 758
Tel.: +380 505 607 259
E-mail: [email protected]