Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, is seated on the banks of the Dnepr River. It is the largest political, cultural, economical and educational center with its theaters, shopping, activities, events, as well as the city's history and culture. Kiev is called "the mother of all cities" because it is one of the oldest Slavonic cities in Europe. It offers spectacular art and architecture with stunning frescoes, mosaics, cathedrals, monasteries, exhibitions, business centers and commercial complexes and other attractions. Its culture and history is rich and diverse as evident in its architecture, art collections, museums and theaters. Andreevsky Spusk and Kreschatik are two of the most famous streets in Kiev. Andreevsky Spusk serves as a venue for art festivals, city holidays and concerts while Kreschatik is has business establishments and luxury hotels. The Children Railway is a train and has stations with children taking on the roles of train drivers, conductors, machinists and others. The architecture of the Golden Gate's fortification, the House with Chimeras, the Independence Square or Maidan Nezalezhnosti and the Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra's domes are also top attractions. The world famous Sofia Cathedral and the Saint Vladimir Cathedral are prominent for their historical background and beautiful architecture. Vladimirskaya Gorka has old pavilions with a view of the Dnepr River. Kiev has many art galleries and museums exhibiting national art treasures and offering a look at Ukraine's rich history and culture. The ARTEast Art Gallery, one of the best in the country, showcases national art by the Ukrainian Union of Artists. The Kiev Art Gallery in the historical district of Podol has ancient landmarks and monuments. The museum of wax figures has over 60 on display. The Museum of Art, also known as the Museum of Western and Oriental art has some of the best private collections of foreign art with around 17,000 items. The Museum of Cultural Heritage, which displays works of Ukrainian artists residing in different countries, is also well known for its architecture. The open-air Museum of Ukrainian Folk Architecture, Rural Life and Folk Art showcases a collection of Ukrainian folk architecture and serves as a venue for festivals in summer and fall. The National Museum of Medicine of Ukraine, one of the grandest monuments, exhibits the development of medicine in the Ukraine. The State Museum of Ukrainian Decorative Folk Art displays folk art in former USSR countries. The Ukrainian Museum of Historical Treasures in the Pecherskaya lavra or the Monastery of Caves has one the largest collections of gold objects from the 14th to 16th centuries by Ukrainian silversmiths and goldsmiths. The State Museum of Theater, Music and Cinema features unique exhibits representing the history of music, cinema and theater. Kiev has a variety of nightclubs, casinos and cinemas. Night clubs offer different kinds of venues and musical styles. The city is host to several cinema festivals yearly. There are hundreds of restaurants offering French, Italian, Japanese, Caucasian, American, Chinese, Russian and Ukrainian cuisine. Fastfood establishments also serve Russian, American and traditional Ukrainian dishes. Kiev has many souvenir and gift shops, wine specialty stores and shopping centers with a wide selection of items for tourists. There are also state of the art fitness centers, saunas and bowling clubs. Beauty salons offer services like aromatherapy, beauty treatments, massage, manicures and pedicures. Outdoor activities like carting, paintball and parachute jumping. Kiev has accommodations in either the city center or around it. Choose from a wide array of hotels to suit your budget and needs, from budget, deluxe to luxury hotels in convenient locations. Enjoy the history and culture of Kiev. Explore the Ukrainian lifestyle. See attractions and museums. Traveling to Kiev is guaranteed to be an amazing and interesting experience.