Karaite Kenesa, Kyiv

Name: Karaite Kenesa
Address: 7 Ярославів Вал вулиця, Kyiv, Ukraine

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The Karaite Kenesa of Kyiv is a former Kenesa in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is located in Yaroslaviv Val Street 7, close to the Golden Gates of Kyiv and is considered to be one of the remarkable monuments of architecture and artwork in Kyiv. Nowadays, it is known as the Ukrainian House of Actors. ()

Local name: Кенаса Completed: 1902 (122 years ago)Architectural style: Moorish revival, MoorishCoordinates: 50°26'60"N, 30°30'40"E

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7 Ярославів Вал вулицяШевченка (Золоті Ворота)Kyiv Ukraine

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Karaite Kenesa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Khreshchatyk, Saint Sophia's Cathedral, Bohdan Khmelnytsky Monument, St Volodymyr's Cathedral.

0.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping district
Khreshchatyk, Kyiv
14 min walk • Khreshchatyk Street is the bustling main artery of Kyiv, Ukraine, renowned for being one of the city's most vibrant shopping districts. Stretching approximately 1.2 kilometers through the city center, this iconic boulevard is a hub of commercial and social activity...
~1340 ftNE
Eastern Orthodox Cathedral
Saint Sophia's Cathedral, Kyiv
7 min walk • Saint Sophia's Cathedral, a majestic testament to Byzantine and Ukrainian Baroque architecture, stands proudly in the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine. This historic church, which is over a millennium old, was constructed in the 11th century and has since been a beacon of the...
~1870 ftNE
Vladimir Nikolaevich Nikolaev, Monuments and statues
Bohdan Khmelnytsky Monument, Kyiv
10 min walk • The Bohdan Khmelnytsky Monument stands as a prominent landmark in the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine, honoring the Cossack Hetman of the Zaporozhian Host. Erected in 1888, this bronze statue commemorates one of the most significant figures in Ukrainian history, Hetman Bohdan...
~1860 ftS
Vivid yellow 19th-century cathedral
St Volodymyr's Cathedral, Kyiv
9 min walk • St Volodymyr's Cathedral stands as an emblem of spiritual significance in the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine. This striking church, dedicated to Saint Vladimir the Great, who Christianized the Kievan Rus', is a masterpiece of neo-Byzantine architecture.
0.5 miSW
Botanic gardens founded in 1839
A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden, Kyiv
14 min walk • Tucked away in the bustling city of Kyiv, Ukraine, lies a verdant oasis known as the A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden. This serene park is a living tapestry of flora that offers a tranquil escape from urban life. Established in 1839 and associated with the Taras Shevchenko...
~690 ftE
Reconstructed medieval city gate
Golden Gate, Kyiv
4 min walk • The Golden Gate of Kyiv, Ukraine, stands as an emblematic monument steeped in the rich tapestry of Eastern European history. This majestic structure, which now houses a museum, was originally built in the 11th century by Yaroslav the Wise, the Grand Prince of Kyiv, as...
0.4 miS
Museum, Historical place
Teacher's House, Kyiv
10 min walk • The Kyiv City Teacher's House also known as the Central Council House is a historical building located at 57 Volodymyrska Street, in Kyiv, Ukraine. The building is located next to the "Yellow Building" of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv and the Presidium Building of National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine.
~1780 ftNE
Neighbourhood
Old Kyiv
9 min walk • Old Kyiv, the historic heart of the capital city of Ukraine, is a treasure trove of ancient architecture and cultural heritage. Nestled on the banks of the Dnieper River, this area is often referred to as the "Mother of Russian Cities," a testament to its historical...
0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Teatro Nacional Lesya Ukrainka, Kyiv
13 min walk • Lesya Ukrainka National Academic Theater is a theater in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is located in a building known as Bourgogne Theatre. Founded in 1926, the theater produces many important plays of Russian and Ukrainian dramatic art. Its repertoire consists of plays by famous playwrights such as Fyodor Dostoevsky, Mikhail Bulgakov and others.
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Area
Desnianskyi District, Kyiv
14 min walk • Desnianskyi District is an administrative raion of the city of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. It is located in the north-eastern part of the city on the Left Bank of the Dnieper River and is the most populous district of Kyiv.
~1530 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Kyiv Academic Young Theatre, Kyiv
8 min walk • The Kyiv National Academic Molodyy Theatre is a theatre in Kyiv in Ukraine. It was founded in 1979 and first played on 26 April 1980, with a focus on progressive productions. It is also known simply as Molodyy Theatre, and addresses people "young in mind".

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Karaite Kenesa?

Nearby attractions include Karaite Kenesa, Kyiv (1 min walk), Bronze cat, Kyiv (3 min walk), Zolotovoritskij skver, Kyiv (4 min walk), Golden Gate, Kyiv (4 min walk).

How to get to Karaite Kenesa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Karaite Kenesa:

Metro

Golden Gate • Lines: M3 (9 min walk)
Teatralna • Lines: M1 (11 min walk)

Trolleybus

Вул. Івана Франка • Lines: 17, 5, 7, 8, 94Н (11 min walk)
Софійська площа • Lines: 16, 18 (11 min walk)

Bus

Симона Петлюри вул. • Lines: 24, А114 (17 min walk)
Паньківська вул. • Lines: А69 (22 min walk)

Train

Верхня станція (19 min walk)
Нижня станція (22 min walk)

Tram

вул. Бульварно-Кудрявська • Lines: 15, 18 (21 min walk)
Smyrnova-Lastochkina • Lines: 14, 18 (24 min walk)