Krasna Square

Krasna Square (Ukrainian: Красна площа, Krasna ploshcha; literally translated as "Beautiful Square") is the main public square located in the city of Chernihiv, Ukraine.

Krasna Square
Krasna Ploshcha
Native nameКрасна площа  (Ukrainian)
Former name(s)Kuibyshev Square
NamesakeOld Slavic word for beauty[1]
TypeSquare
LocationChernihiv, Ukraine
Coordinates51°29′33″N 31°18′03″E

From the Kievan Rus' era up until the 20th century, the square served as the city’s main trade center, featuring numerous stalls and small shops. Today, the square houses many cultural and administrative institutions, including the city's Opera and Drama Theatre.

During the Christmas time, the area is decorated with a large Christmas tree and an ice rink for skating.

References

  1. "Krasna Ploshcha Save". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 5 May 2020.


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