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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Sofiyivka Park

Uman, Ukraine

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Sofiyivka Park

A large eighteenth-century arboretum on the edge of Uman, set in a rocky ravine along the Kamyanka River with lakes, waterfalls, grottoes, fountains and old trees from many countries. Visitors walk the alleys, take boats through the underground river, feed swans and see the deer enclosure.

Highlights

  • Underground river boat ride
  • Snake Fountain
  • Island of Love

Good to know

  • Adult ticket about 200 UAH
  • Long ticket queues; online sales often fail
  • Allow a full day; bring water

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