St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery

Even though the medieval-era original was razed by Soviet authorities before World War II, St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery nevertheless survives today, retaining much of its past splendor. The church, which was deemed historically useless by the Communist regime and obliterated in 1936, was restored by the Ukrainian government as a post-independence project by 2000.

Take a stroll around the cathedral grounds and see the golden domes and sky-blue paint. Admire the many images of the Archangel Michael, the patron saint of the city, notably the golden statue that stands high over the entryway. Make a point of visiting the museum to observe exhibitions showing religious objects related to the cathedral and chronicling its history.