Babin Yar, Kyiv

Name: Babin Yar
Address: Kyiv, Ukraine

#36 among attractions in Kyiv

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Babi Yar, located in the city of Kyiv, Ukraine, is a ravine that holds a deeply tragic significance in the history of World War II. It is the site of one of the most horrific massacres of the Holocaust, where tens of thousands of Jews, as well as Roma, Soviet prisoners of war, and other victims, were executed by the Nazis and their collaborators in 1941.

The site has become a poignant symbol of the atrocities of the Holocaust and the suffering inflicted upon countless innocent people. A number of memorials have been erected at Babi Yar to honor the victims and serve as a reminder of the dark chapters of human history.

The memorials at Babi Yar include a large monument dedicated to the Soviet citizens and prisoners of war who were killed, which was unveiled in 1976. In 1991, following Ukraine's independence, a menorah-shaped monument was erected to specifically commemorate the Jewish victims of the Babi Yar massacre. Since then, additional memorials have been established, including one for the murdered Roma people.

Babi Yar serves not only as a memorial site but also as a place for education and reflection. It is a stark reminder of the consequences of hatred and intolerance, and it stands as a testimony to the resilience of human memory. Visitors come to pay their respects and to learn about the past, ensuring that the victims of these atrocities are never forgotten.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°28'16"N, 30°26'57"E

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Шевченка (Лук'янівка)Kyiv Ukraine

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Babin Yar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kyiv Zoo, St. Cyril's Monastery, Sevastopol Zoo, Babi Yar Holocaust Memorial Center.

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Universities and schools
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Babin Yar?

Nearby attractions include Babi Yar Holocaust Memorial Center, Kyiv (1 min walk), P.L. Shupyk National Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education, Kyiv (4 min walk), Kyiv TV Tower, Kyiv (5 min walk), National Pedagogical Drahomanov University, Kyiv (19 min walk).

How to get to Babin Yar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Babin Yar:

Bus

Бабин Яр • Lines: Мт227 (4 min walk)
Станція метро Дорогожичі • Lines: Мт227 (5 min walk)

Metro

Dorohozhychi • Lines: M3 (5 min walk)
Syrets • Lines: M3 (21 min walk)

Train

Київ-Пасажирський дитячий (11 min walk)
Київ-Пасажирський-Дитячий (11 min walk)

Tram

Oleny Telihy • Lines: 14, 15 (15 min walk)
Likarnya • Lines: 14, 15 (16 min walk)

Trolleybus

вул. Ольжича • Lines: 19 (17 min walk)
ст. м. Шулявська • Lines: 5, 92Н, 94Н (30 min walk)