Lviv, known as the city of sleeping lions, is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Ukraine.
Over half of all architectural monuments in Ukraine are located here.
Lviv is one of the main cultural centers of Ukraine and has also been historically
important for neighboring Poland.
The historic centre of the city with its very old buildings and
cobblestone roads has survived
the Second World War and today it is considered a true pearl of European architecture. The central part of the
city is
now designated as a historic
architectural reservation and is officially included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
A panoramic cityscape of Lviv taken from the top of the Town Hall tower (Ratusha) on Market Square.
The magnificent facade of the Lviv Opera House illuminated at night. This iconic building is a
masterpiece of neo-Renaissance architecture and a symbol of Lviv’s cultural heritage.
A night view of Lviv’s Market Square (Ploshcha Rynok) with the illuminated Neptune Fountain in the
foreground. The Neptune statue, one of four classical figures on the square, is a favorite meeting point and
photo spot for visitors. The warmly lit historic townhouses in the background evoke the city’s centuries-old
charm and vibrant past.
A historic segment of Lviv’s medieval city walls with the Gunpowder Tower (built 1554–1556), one of
the best-preserved defensive structures in the city. The bell tower of the Bernardine Church rises in the
background. These fortifications once protected Lviv from invaders and today are a vivid reminder of the
city’s rich past.
Aerial view of Lviv’s historic Market Square with the prominent Latin Cathedral, one of the oldest
and most significant churches in the city. The square’s cobbled streets, colorful townhouses, and classic tram
tracks evoke the unique character of Lviv’s UNESCO-listed Old Town.
A lively view of Lviv’s Bernardine Church and Monastery(now Church of St. Andrew), seen from Soborna
Street. The church’s
distinctive red roof and Baroque architecture make it one of the city’s most famous landmarks. This area is a
favorite for both locals and visitors, offering a blend of history and daily life in the heart of Lviv.
The Armenian Cathedral Bell Tower on Virmenska Street in Lviv, Ukraine.
Built in the 14th century, the Armenian Cathedral (Вірменський собор) is one of the oldest churches in Lviv.
This bell tower and the surrounding Armenian Quarter reflect Lviv’s centuries-old Armenian community and
unique architectural styles.
The hill with the tall red-and-white TV/radio tower is one of Lviv’s most famous landmarks—High
Castle
Hill (Vysokyi Zamok in Ukrainian, Wysoki Zamek in Polish).
The Boim Chapel is a striking Renaissance-era family mausoleum in Lviv, famous for its richly
carved
dark stone facade covered in biblical reliefs and saints. Built in the early 1600s for the Boim family, it
stands out among Lviv’s churches and is crowned with a statue of Christ on its dome, just off Cathedral
Square.
A panoramic view from the Lviv Town Hall tower looking over the historic city center. The
round-domed Baroque Dominican Church stands on the left, while the tall Korniakt Tower and green-roofed
Assumption (Dormition) Church rise on the right. These landmarks highlight the city’s multicultural
spiritual
and architectural heritage.
