Excursions with a visit to the Historical and cultural complex "Zaporizhia Sich"

Historical heritage of Zaporozhye:Historical and cultural complex "Zaporizhia Sich"

• Friends, embark on an exciting journey into the past by visiting the unique Historical and Cultural complex "Zaporizhia Sich" on the island of Khortitsa in Zaporozhye! This complex recreates the image of the Cossack capital and immerses in the atmosphere of the times of the Cossacks of the XVI-XVIII centuries.
• The idea of creating this complex arose back in 1965, but it was realized only after Ukraine gained the status of an independent state. The ceremonial laying of the complex took place on October 14, 2004. Despite the lack of confirmation of the existence of sechs on the island of Khortytsya, the town harmoniously blended into the natural landscape, emphasizing the atmosphere of that time.
• The historical and cultural complex "Zaporizhia Sich" has gathered all the interesting elements of architecture, culture, everyday life and life of the Zaporozhye Cossacks. Divided into two parts – the inner Kosh and the suburb, it covers the central part of the Sich and the surrounding territories.
• After passing through the main entrance, you will find yourself in the inner Kosh. There is a powder magazine, a Sich school, a kureni and the Church of the Intercession of the Virgin – the tallest and most noticeable building in the Sich. You will be able to feel the spirit of the Cossack time, walking along the Maidan and visiting the Cossack smoking houses, the military storeroom, the Koshevoi house and other objects.
• Do not forget to visit the interior of the military office, the house of the Koshevoi ataman and the exhibition hall "Traditional crafts of the Cossacks", where crafts such as fishing, agriculture, and household items of the Chumaks are presented. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Cossack church and appreciate the recreated interior of the Zaporozhye Sich.
• The second part of the complex is the Suburb, where you will find a Greek hut, an inn, a blacksmith shop and a pottery. Here you can not only observe the life of the Cossack town, but also take part in it.
• The historical and cultural complex "Zaporizhia Sich" is one of the most popular places on Khortytsia. By visiting it, you will plunge into the fascinating world of history, enjoy the unique atmosphere and feel the spirit of the Cossacks. Do not miss the opportunity to take an exciting journey into the past!