Kamyanets-Podolsk Balloon Festival. Kamyanets-Podolsk fortress and aeronautics festival

Castle or Turkish bridge connecting the fortress and Old city.

Kamyanets-Podolsky owes its attractiveness to its geographic location. Old part of the city, nestled on a huge cliff in the center of the canyon-loop formed by the bend of the Smotrich River.

During its existence, the old town has accumulated a large number of architectural monuments and other interesting things.

The queue for entrance tickets to the fortress.

Since City Day and Festival balloons was held simultaneously - a huge number of people came to the city. It was necessary to work hard to find housing.

Therefore, if you are going to visit this a beautiful city in the midst of some festival or holiday, I recommend taking care of an overnight stay in advance.

Fortress scheme.

The fortress is very ancient, almost the same as Kamenets-Podolsky itself.

I will not enumerate her entire history, about which hundreds of articles have been written. But in almost all of them, there is one interesting legend about the fortress. When, in 1621, the Turkish Khan Osman, coming up with his army close to the walls of the fortress, with the intention of capturing it, he asked the guards: "Who so strengthened this fortress?" “God Himself,” the guards answered the khan. “Then, let God take it,” Osman replied, and turned his army in the opposite direction.

This is what we will limit ourselves to.

Medieval cannon.

Castle well.

Wheel for raising water.

In one of the towers of the fortress, the famous Ukrainian peasant, the leader of the peasant movement in Podolia in 1813 - 1835, is still sitting in indefinite confinement, Ustim Yakimovich Karmelyuk.

Interior of Karmelyuk's chamber.

For his deeds during his lifetime, the ataman Karmelyuk was repeatedly imprisoned in one of the towers of the Kamenets-Podolsk fortress.

In the pottery workshop, anyone can feel like a master, and after going through a small master class from a real potter, mold themselves into a clay souvenir.

Potter's wheel.

What is obtained from a piece of ordinary clay.

The entire inner courtyard of the fortress is paved with cobblestones.

As usual, various attractions and entertainment are provided for tourists: you can shoot a bow, visit an exhibition of medieval weapons, go down to the cellars of casemates, take part in various medieval amusements, buy something as a souvenir in one of the souvenir shops, or just climb into your pleasure along the fortress walls and corridors.

It must be said that all the towers and fortress walls are equipped with wooden staircases for the convenience and safety of visitors.

View of Kamyanets-Podolsky.

The fortress walls offer beautiful views of all the city's surroundings.

Fortress towers.

St. George's Cathedral is visible in the opening of the loophole.

For the sake good photos, many tourists try to climb higher and more extreme, even in spite of prohibiting signs.

What to do. Although people are not birds, they also love heights.

I don’t know about the whole day, but it will definitely take three or four hours to visit the fortress.

With food here, too, everything is thought out.

In a small castle cafe, you will be offered: borscht, hodgepodge, shashlik, baked potatoes and vegetables, amazing banosh, and other snacks.

All these delicacies will be washed down with knightly mead or medieval beer.

It's simple, but believe me, it's quite tasty and not expensive at all.

There are so many people who want to have a snack in the fresh air that the brazier simply has no time to rest.

The potatoes are cooked here according to a special recipe, after having wrapped them in a pork fat net.

Incredible smells dissipate, it is simply not possible to pass by without ordering a portion of barbecue.

Banosh (porridge made from corn grits) from a cauldron is also an excellent side dish for barbecue.

And here is the cauldron with borscht. The costumes of the waiters and cooks add even more flavor to the dinner.

After lunch, you should definitely go down to the casemates.

Here, wax figures will try to convey all the horror of the past times of this fortress.

Not Madame Tussauds, but figures help to travel back in time.

You can get there by going down the stone stairs in the center of the Turkish Bridge.

Serious construction.

Suspension bridge over the Smotrich.

Interestingly, ordinary modern people live among all these medieval buildings.

I love suspension bridges, you experience unusual sensations. Especially when it is suspended somewhere in the Himalayas.

On the way there is a wooden Church of the Exaltation of the Cross, they say that it was built without a single nail.

The climb is actually not as difficult as it might seem.

The hill offers simply magical views of the fortress and its surroundings.

Kamyanets-Podolsk fortress, often serves as scenery for historical films, numerous thematic festivals and historical reconstructions are held here.

See how well this couple settled down. So, taking a blanket with you would be a great idea.

Houses of local residents.

By the way, it is always interesting to know the correct name of the inhabitants of cities with complex names... For example, those who live in Kamyanets-Podolsk are called “Kamyanets”.

The Cross of Consent is not an ancient monument. It was installed quite recently - in 2001.

An unforgettable weekend in the skies over the Ukrainian Podillia!

Tour program

The National Historical and Architectural Reserve "Kamenets" is rightfully considered one of the seven wonders of Ukraine. Dozens of colorful balloons will rise into the sky above him, gracefully hovering over medieval town... The combination of such beauties is breathtaking! But even more exciting will be the balloon flight itself, which can be carried out by anyone, together with a team of professionals.

One of the most exciting festivals in Ukraine!

WE HAVE PREPARED AN AMAZING PROGRAM FOR YOU!
YOU ONLY NEED TO BOOK TICKETS!

We have prepared for you an exciting journey through the historical territory of Podillya! Our route will pass to the most enchanting places, in each of which you will see your miracle: Kamyanets. Bakota. Khotin. Medzhybizh.

Kamyanets-Podilsky

A city-museum, fascinating with its unique cultural and historical heritage: ancient monuments, temples and cathedrals, coffee houses and barracks. As well as unique streets paved with cobblestones, on which the feet of many famous historical characters have stepped.

Khotin

One of the oldest Ukrainian cities, which has already celebrated its millennium. Here you will visit where time stands still.

Bakota

We will find ourselves on the high steep banks and the wide spill of the majestic Dniester, which will mark the arrival in where the 11th century is located. The unique rock-cave structure is located right in the rock, and legends tell about the power of the water of three healing springs - living, dead and female - water heals and fills with strength.

And if you want extreme sensations - we will arrange for you a walk on the BRDM(combat reconnaissance patrol vehicle) along the Smotrytsky canyon!

Want even more experience? Come on Saturday night for an exclusive night excursion "Witch hunt"(includes a fire show)!

ARE YOU READY TO SPEND ONE OF THE MOST UNFORGETTABLE WEEKEND OF YOUR LIFE?
Then hurry up to book tickets for a unique tour to the hot air balloon festival in Kamyanets-Podolsk!

Tour plan

1 DAY

• 16:30 Departure from Kiev (m. Akademgorodok).
• 24:00 (tentatively) Arrival in Kamyanets-Podolsk, check-in at the hotel.

DAY 2

• 09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
• 10:00 Departure for an excursion to the Khotyn fortress.
• 13:30 Transfer to Kamyanets-Podolsky. Dinner.
• 15:00 Excursion around Kamyanets-Podolsk with a visit to the castle.
  
• 18:00 Walk on the BRDM along the Smotrytsky Canyon (optional - 250 UAH).
• 21:00 Night excursion "Witch hunt" (optional - 350 UAH).

Day 3

• 08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
• 09:00 Check-out. Departure to Bakota.
• 10:30 Excursion to the Bakotsky monastery.
• 12: 00-13: 00 Boat trip on the Dniester (only for the "Comfort" package)
• 14:00 Return to Kamyanets-Podolsky, lunch. Departure to Kiev. (For the "Standard" package, a visit to Medzhybizh castle is planned on the way)
• 23:00 Approximate arrival in Kiev

Balloon Festival program

Balloon launches are planned in the morning and in the evening. Balloons start outside the city. At least 12 aeronautical crews take part in the flights. The starting point depends on the wind and is determined at the pre-flight briefing - just before the flight.

Hot air balloons fly over the city. You can see them while walking in the old town.

Estimated flight times:

• in the morning - from 05:30 to 08:00
• in the evening - from 18:00 to 20:30

Where to watch the balloons from:

• Castle bridge
• Kamyanets-Podolsk fortress
• Armenian bastion

Can you fly?

Every year there are more and more people who want to fly in hot air balloons in Kamenets-Podolsk, and the number of balloons is limited. Hurry up. Priority for flight reservations is given to those who book the tour.

If you have already planned independent trip to Kamyanets-Podolsky for this period, we recommend that you book excursions (link opens in a new window):

Additional Information

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Start: 16:30 Kiev, Akademgorodok metro

Package "Standard" - from 2800 UAH.

Included in the price:

• accommodation for 2 nights at the Cleopatra hotel;
• travel along the route;
• meals: breakfasts;
• insurance;
• visit to the SPA center in the hotel

Comfort package - from 3200 UAH.

Included in the price:

• accommodation for 2 nights in the center of Kamyanets-Podolsk - hotel "Reikartz";
• travel along the route;
• boat trip along the Dniester (with a visit to the Bakotsky monastery)
• meals: breakfasts;
• excursions and entry tickets to sightseeing objects;
• insurance.

The price does not include and is paid additionally (for 1 person):

• - from 3500 UAH;
• excursion to the BRDM - 250 UAH;
• night tour "Witch hunt" - 350 UAH.

Attention!!! For those who travel by their own transport we offer

Additional Information

KAMENETS-PODOLSKY: BALLOON FESTIVAL! Long-awaited tour from "Globus of Ukraine"!

2 days - 21.05 - 22.05 + railway
2 cities - Kamyanets-Podilsky and Khotin
2 holidays - City Day in Kamyanets-Podolsk and Balloon Festival "Towards the Sun!"

Tickets are booked IN ADVANCE!
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During the trip we will visit:

Aeronautics Festival "Towards the Sun!"- this long-awaited event (after all, the May launch of balloons is especially wonderful) annually gathers thousands of lovers of beauty, photographers and just tourists from all over the globe! The uniqueness of aeronautical events in Kamenets-Podolsk lies in the fact that balloon flights are carried out directly over this beautiful medieval city, which is located on the banks of the picturesque canyon of the Smotrych River.

The festival " May days in Kamyanets-Podolsk " is the main city holiday of the year. On the City Day, many grandiose events and events traditionally take place in Kamyanets-Podolsk: exhibitions, contests, competitions and fun, and the highlight of the holiday is a parade through the streets ancient city... During the festival, street concerts are played for several days in a row. The central city ​​hall and business card Kamenets - Old fortress. Courageous knights and beautiful ladies appear in its courtyard, the fortress takes on a historical look.

Trip program:

12:20 - departure trip No. 120 from the station. Zaporizhzhia 1

08:00 - meeting of the group at the Khmelnitsky railway station.
Transfer to Kamyanets-Podilsky.

10:00 - hiking across Kamyanets-Podolsky. This city enchants with its romantic mood, it is easy to breathe and dream, love and feel every moment of life to the fullest. The city of legends, amazing landscapes and fascinating stories - this is how many tourists speak of Kamenets-Podolsk and call it "a pearl in a stone". During our excursion we will: visit the Old Fortress and the New Castle, walk along the Castle (Turkish) Bridge, explore the Old City with its medieval houses and dragons, go to the Armenian quarter, see the Town Hall, walk along the Market Square, take unforgettable photos from the very high bridge in Ukraine - "Running Deer". We will see the delightful temples of the city: the Armenian Cathedral, the Nicholas Church - the oldest in Podil, the Roman Catholic Church of Peter and Paul, the Trinitarian and Dominican Church.

14:00 - time for lunch

16:00 - we quickly check into a hotel and leave to watch the launch of balloons and ride (there is a preliminary registration for riding in hot air balloons). Those who wish to stay in the city will be able to stroll along the ancient streets, take part in festive events, sit in one of the cozy cafes, ride down the river in an APC and, of course, watch the flights of balloons over the Old Fortress.

20:00 - night tour of the Old Fortress (optional)

08:00 - breakfast. Check-out from the hotel.

10:00 - bus tour to Khotin ... The ancient Ukrainian city of Khotin is of interest to tourists from all over the world. In the northern outskirts of the city, two kilometers from its center, there is one of the most amazing sights of Ukraine - Khotyn Fortress.
The name Khotin most likely comes from the word "want". After all ancient fortress, standing on important transport routes, has always been and remains desirable. For more than a thousand-year history, they constantly wanted to conquer it, it was included in a dozen principalities, kingdoms and empires.

14:00 - time for lunch

15:00 - free time to say goodbye to the most beautiful city Kamyanets-Podolskiy, riding in armored personnel carriers, making wishes, promises to come back here again and again.

17:00 - transfer to the railway station in Khmelnitsky

19:05 - departure of the train home

Tour cost:
780 UAH - adult
720 UAH - for children (up to 12 years old)

Included in the price:
- hotel accommodation in rooms with all amenities in the city center
- 1 breakfast
- transport service
- walking tour of Kamyanets-Podilsky
- bus excursion to Khotin
- accompaniment of a tour guide along the entire route
- insurance
- escort of our representative along the entire route (starting from Zaporozhye) !!!
- unforgettable experience
- festive celebrations on the City Day
- colorful photo report
- love for aeronautics for life!

It is additionally paid:
- nutrition
- personal expenses
- entrance tickets - 50 UAH per person
- hot air balloon flight (entry and details in PM)
- railway tickets Your city - Khmelnitsky - Your city (for a train from Zaporozhye: reserved seat - UAH 320, compartment - UAH 530)

Take your friends with you! Together it will be more fun!

Prepayment - 400 UAH
If the trip is canceled after 05/05/2016, the prepayment is not refundable.

Join the group

Fortress and balloons in Kamyanets-Podolsk, an Austrian holiday in Chernivtsi or leaf fall in the Sofievsky arboretum. We have selected three cities of Ukraine, where it is best to go in the fall.

Kamyanets-Podolsky gives wings

The ancient architecture of Kamyanets-Podolsk creates a special atmosphere of the city at any time of the year. But it is in the fall that thousands of tourists come to the city to fly in a hot air balloon.

Every year since 1998, Kamyanets-Podilskyi hosts aeronautics festival... And if at first less than 10 balloons participated in it, now there are several dozen of them. The venue was chosen for a reason. It was here in the 18th century that a man flew in a hot air balloon for the first time in Ukraine. During the festival, professional athletes compete for the title of champion of Ukraine in balloon flights. Watching this action is exciting. Well, after determining the winner, everyone can fly. Just imagine - you rise above the picturesque canyon of the Smotrych River and the ancient fortress at an altitude of 200 meters!

If you've never flown such a vehicle before, don't worry. On this air trip you will be accompanied by an instructor - he knows exactly how to properly operate this thing. If you want to take part in such an adventure, you need to hurry up - the aeronautics festival will take place from 4 to 8 October.

Better to book your flight in advance (for example, or). The price of an air ride is on average from UAH 2900 (€ 93) per person. You can fly at dawn at 05:30 or at dusk at 18:00, but at this time the flight will cost more.

Kamyanets-Podilskyi will not be limited to one fest in October. Almost simultaneously with this event, on October 7-8, the city will host the Oktoberfest beer and good mood festival. The program includes a sea of ​​various types of beer, traditional beer snacks, fun games and performances by rock bands.

In your free time from entertainment, be sure to stroll through the old town and feel the medieval atmosphere in the Kamenets-Podolsk fortress.

Chernivtsi amuse

Chernivtsi are celebrating their 609th anniversary this year. The city's birthday is traditionally celebrated in the first week of October. In 2017, this date is October 7th.

The city looks elegant on weekdays thanks to its architecture (it's not for nothing that it is called little Vienna!), And on holiday Chernivtsi is completely unrecognizable. In the center, fairs with food and souvenirs open, artists exhibit their works, local artists and musicians dance and sing, animators entertain guests, and interactive zones work. The program of events can be found in the online poster of the city of Chernivtsi.

If you are in the city, go for a walk along the pedestrian street named after. Olga Kobylyanskaya, walk along Cathedral Square, St. Mary's Square, where gorgeous views open up, along the Central Square near the Town Hall. Once at the Town Hall at 12:00, listen - at the top of the tower, a trumpeter in Bukovina costume is singing the Chernivtsi anthem - the melodic "Marichka".

And don't forget to go to Chernivtsi National University(st.Kotsyubinsky, 2) ... Formerly the former residence of the Metropolitans of Bukovina. The university is considered one of the most outstanding works of European architecture, and the complex of buildings is included in the list world heritage UNESCO. Be sure to walk along the old corridors of educational buildings, look into the Metropolitan and Seminar buildings, take a walk through the arboretum. You can even feel like a student and join the lecture for a while.

Uman inspires

Everyone goes to Uman to take a walk in the Sofievsky arboretum. At least 500 thousand people visit Sofiyivka per year.

The arboretum in Sofiyivka is a man-made monument to world gardening art. Back in the 16th century, it was founded for his wife Sofia by Count Pototsky, who owned the city of Uman. 800 serfs worked on the construction of the park. Some of them even died from hard physical labor.

Fountains, grottoes, caves, unique trees, shrubs, flowers, antique sculptures - "Sofiyivka" is spread over 180 hectares (or 250 football fields). Now imagine how it all looks in the fall! The best time for autumn walks in the park - early-mid October.

If it's not too cold, go boating on the Styx underwater river. You will enter a cave and swim in a tunnel for almost a quarter of a kilometer. The sun's rays penetrate through small holes in the stones, and it looks impressive.

The arboretum is open every day from Tuesday to Sunday inclusive. Opening hours - from 9:00 to 18:00. The entrance is paid - 25-40 UAH. You will find "Sofiyivka" at st. Kievskaya 12-a. The park is open from April 15 to November 15.

Description

Look at a familiar city from a new perspective and place it in the palm of your hand. No, this is not a joke, this is just an opportunity fly in a hot air balloon in Kamyanets-Podolsk... An excellent adventure that will brighten up even the gray days. Bring a group of friends and acquaintances with you and go on a heavenly journey. Do not forget to bring your camera, because you have never had such joint photos before. Unforgettable hot air balloon flights Kamyanets-Podilsky invites all fans of vivid impressions. To celebrate a birthday or any other holiday will help the specialists of the "Into the Sky" Flight Agency. Our managers will create a great atmosphere and take care of all the details. The best and most memorable is yours hot air balloon flight Kamyanets-Podilsky will make our company in a team with excellent weather. What you need to feel at least once - balloon flight Kamyanets-Podolsky opens the season for everyone.

Flight program

• Arrival at the starting point of the balloon
• Preparing a balloon for flight
• Pre-flight briefing
• Hot air balloon flight for 60 minutes in the direction of the wind
• Landing on the ground
• Transfer from the landing point to the base by an escort car

Important!

• Hot air balloon flight depends entirely on meteorological conditions: cloudiness, precipitation, visibility, wind strength, etc. On the day of the flight, a few hours before the Client leaves for the launch site, the pilot confirms the possibility of flying according to weather conditions... However, there are rare cases - even after the Client arrives at the launch site, the flight can be canceled and rescheduled for safety reasons.
• A hot air balloon flight, on average, lasts about an hour, but the entire procedure (including preparation for the flight, briefing, balloon assembly, etc.) takes approximately 3-4 hours.
• In summer, they fly in hot air balloons in the morning from 5.00 to 8.00 before the thermals (vertical air currents) start, and in the evening from 19.00 to 21.00 after the thermals disappear. In autumn and sprinğ morning flights start a little later, at 8:00 am, and evening flights - earlier, at 16:00. In winter, balloons fly all day long.
• Flying balloon accompanies a car with which radio communication is constantly maintained. After the flight, the car delivers passengers and a balloon to the base.
• During the ascent, the air temperature drops by 6.5 degrees per kilometer. Your flight will take place at an altitude of no more than 1 km. In this regard, you will not feel the difference in temperature.