Description of the attraction
In 1631, the first of the famous Ukrainian man-made parks was laid by the Metropolitan of Kiev, Galicia and All Russia Peter in the south of Kiev, the territory of which eventually merged with the nearby natural forest. At the end of the 50s of the last century, in the already existing forest area, the Goloseevsky Park was laid, which was named after Maxim Rylsky. The "cultivation" of the park was entrusted to the architect V. Ladny. For landscaping the park area, juniper, thuja, hornbeam, spruce, poplar, willow, oak, birch, maple, acacia, beech were used. In the areas of the park less accessible for human intervention, century-old hornbeams and oaks have been preserved.
1960 brought Goloseevsky Park the status of an attraction of landscape gardening and received national significance. Quite deservedly, many call this park a forest. The reason for this is not only the "forest neighborhood", it can be safely called the largest in the city - it is spread over an area of 140 hectares, which is occupied by trees and numerous ponds. The Green Theater operates on the territory of the park, located near the central entrance. On its benches you can perfectly sit down and contemplate nature in all its glory: enjoy the aromas, sounds and colors.
The pearl of the park is a cascade of four picturesque ponds. The first pond enjoys a well-deserved popularity among young families with small children, which is understandable: the banks of the pond are dotted with asphalt paths. The second pond is a favorite place for fishermen, despite signs that prohibit fishing and swimming. The third pond was "captured" by wild ducks, and along with them grandparents, showing the kids wildlife. The last pond is the largest, located on the other side of the park. On its shore there is a catamaran and boat rental station, as well as cafes, go-karts and a playground.
