Orpheus Home

[mel_ua_ukr.html] MELODIOUS UKRAINE Ukraine is a country of wonderful, melodious songs and fiery Cossack dances. The Ukrainians are good humoured, kind-hearted and hospitable people whose euphonious language belongs to the Slavonic group of languages and, like mellifluous Italian, is well suited to singing. Ukrainian songs reflect the country's rich historical past, the wealth of spiritual values and the cultural originality of the Ukrainian people. Quite a few Ukrainian songs date back to very ancient times. Cultural influences from both East and West, from Byzantium and Rome have made their mark in Ukraine. In the course of its history the Ukrainian people have created a treasury of songs, epic ballads, rapturous dance melodies, as well as instrumental works and operas, permeated with a richness of feelings and moods, deep meaning, and above all with the unique beauty of melodies. Ukrainian sacred, folk, love and classical songs and music are cherished and developed by Ukrainians everywhere and help them to keep up their spirit especially in times of adversity. City of Lviv We hope it will be interesting for you to get some superficial acquaintance with our region and ORPHEUS native City - Lviv! Welcome to the city of Lviv. Unforgettable views of our city, its architecture and European traditions have created a legendary Lviv. Modern Lviv is characterized by exquisite art, rich folk traditions, a mixture of many nations, warm hospitality, tourism services and business activity. More than fifty percent of all architectural monuments within Ukraine are located here in Lviv. The central part of the city is designated as an historical architectural reservation. Gray stones of Lviv reflect a diversity of styles, beginning with the 13th century. You may experience the feeling of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Classicism and Secession. Our historic Lviv, known as the city of sleeping lions, went through numerous battles, invasions, fires and floods, and every time it was rebuilt with new attractiveness. People who have visited Lviv return. It may be that some magic power or extraordinary experience attract people to visit. Lviv the city speaks for itself better than what has been written about it. This is the museum-town just under the sky, where dreams are said to come true, where every street has a legend. Lviv is a good place to do business. Because of its geographic location and business atmosphere there many connections with a great number of foreign countries. Businesses in the Lviv region successfully cooperate with foreign companies, banks and variety of international institutions. We are increasing export-import operations. Cultural relationships continue to broaden with cross border partnerships. Production of the region's enterprises are known by their quality beyond the boarders of Ukraine especially its food processing and light industry. City of Lviv - the unique pearl of Europe! created by KASPARS BURVIS mail to: kburvis@yahoo.com See new photos FRIENDS and PARTNERS Association Vendée-Ukraine