Impara il russo a Kiev

Oggi è residenza del Metropolita di Kiev, guida spirituale della chiesa ortodossa ucraina. Il primo nucleo era formato da strutture in legno e una fitta rete di gallerie e tunnel collegati tra loro, presto soppiantati da uno spettacolare edificio, posizionato in modo da esaltare la sua stessa imponenza. Danneggiato pesantemente a seguito dell’occupazione nazista di Kiev, conserva ancora molte strutture di notevole interesse storico e architettonico e ospita musei che raccolgono oggetti di grande fascino e simboli della cultura ucraina.

La visita ai musei di Pečerska Lavra comprende anche il tour delle catacombe, nelle quali vengono ancora conservate le spoglie di esponenti di primo piano della fede ortodossa ucraina, mummie di santi e reliquie. Se servissero altre ragioni per visitarlo, sappiate che dal 1990 Pečerska Lavra è stato dichiarato dall’Unesco patrimonio dell’umanità. Oltre ai siti religiosi, avrai occasione di visitare anche il Museo dei Libri, il Museo dell’arte decorativa ucraina e il Museo del cinema.

All'interno si trova un’esposizione, che si articola in 14 sale collegate, ognuna dedicata a una fase della guerra. Come nel caso precedente, il commento storico non è di facile comprensione, ma potrete contare sul nostro aiuto. (Naturalmente si può anche ricorrere a un traduttore in inglese o in altra lingua).

NovaMova ha l’autorizzazione di accompagnare gli studenti in questo museo, dove potrete ammirare un vero e proprio missile, bunker, macchinari e molto altro. Offriamo il tour di un giorno, che include una guida turistica, trasporto e interprete.

As long as you have travelled all the way to the South Caucasus, it would be a shame not to make the short hop down to Armenia. Armenia is an incredible country with a fascinating history, unique culture, and incredible beauty.

Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia
Yerevan will be your first stop. Prepare to take a step back into the 20th century, as Yerevan’s architecture is reflective of its Soviet past. In Yerevan, you will have an opportunity to visit the famous Ararat Brandy Factory for a tour and tasting. The company’s signature brandy is reserved for special occasions all over the post-Soviet Union. The trip to Yerevan will include a trip just outside of town to a restaurant, famous among the locals for music, dancing, and of course, great food. Don’t forget to try the trout, an Armenian specialty.

Ancient Monasteries, Temples, and Cathedrals
While in Armenia, you will visit the breathtaking Geghard Monastery, founded in the 4th century by Gregory the Illuminator amongst the cliffs and canyons of the Azat River Gorge. The current structures were built in 1215, following the destruction of the original site by Arabs in the 9th Century. This same excursion will include a visit to the nearby Temple of Garni, a classical Hellenistic structure. You will also visit the gorgeous Echmiadzin Cathedral, the mother site of the Armenian Apostolic Church

This excursion includes:
• Transportation
• Lodging for 2 nights
• 2 meals a day
• NovaMova guide
• Guide services
• Entrance fees

With the border crossing at Sarpi only 20 minutes from Batumi, it would be a shame not to check out Turkey. They may be neighbors, but Georgia and Turkey are entirely different in terms of culture, language, architecture, religion, and food.

Trabzon Tour
Your main destination on this excursion is Trabzon, the historical port city founded as a Greek colony in 756 BC. In centuries past, Trabzon was the regional hub of a booming slave trade. This excursion will take you to the site of the former Trabzon slave market. While in Trabzon, you will have time for free exploration of the city. Don’t forget to try the local cuisine which is no less delicious that its Georgian counterpart.

Sumela Monastery
Only a short drive from Trabzon is the Sumela Monastery, carved into a sheer cliff face. One can’t help but feel they are in an Indiana Jones film as they approach the entrance to the Monastery.

This excursion includes:
• NovaMova Guide
• Transportation from Batumi
• Lodging for 1 night
• All tickets and guiding

This day trip to the local Adjarian mountains is a fun filled day of swimming, sun, and Georgian BBQ (“shashlik” for you Russian speakers). The scenery, food, and company make this one of the best excursions of the summer!

This excursion includes:
• NovaMova guide
• Transportation
• Food and drink

This excursion begins with a 10-minute drive along the coast to the ancient Roman fortress at Gonio. The fortress was built in the first century AD and occupied by numerous empires since.

This excursion includes:
• NovaMova Guide
• Transportation
• Fortress entry fee and guided tour