Why visit
Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Ukraine at a glance
Country center
49.0°, 32.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
603,500 km²
233,013 mi²
Country population
36.7 million
61/km²
Subregion
Eastern Europe
Currency
Ukrainian hryvnia (₴)
UAH
Dial
+380
Language
Ukrainian
Demonym
Ukrainian
Internet
.ua
UN
Member state
ISO code
UA / UKR
Where in the world
49.0° · 32.0°
Ukraine
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Did you know
- Chernobyl's Exclusion Zone (in peacetime) has become one of Europe's largest unintentional wildlife reserves: wolves, lynx, and wild horses have thrived.
- Kyiv is 500 years older than Moscow and was the medieval capital of Kievan Rus', the birthplace of Eastern Slavic civilization.
- Ukraine is the world's largest exporter of sunflower oil, producing ~50% of global supply before 2022.
Bordering Ukraine
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Kyiv
What currency is used in Kyiv?
Kyiv uses the Ukrainian hryvnia (₴), ISO code UAH.
What languages are spoken in Ukraine?
The primary language is Ukrainian.
What is the international calling code for Ukraine?
The calling code is +380.
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