Kyiv is a curious city with a complicated past, both ancient and contemporary. It has a historical, religious and patriotic appeal that, for many years, has attracted tourists from all over the world. Therefore, in this Essential Free Tour of Kyiv, your guide will present the most important sights you must see when you visit Ukraine for the first time: from medieval fortified walls, to golden churches, and Soviet buildings. Walking across the historical center of Kyiv, your guide will point out the remains of the beautiful Golden Gate and the Lach Gates. This will be a good opportunity to hear about the origins of Kyiv, and discover how Greek Catholicism, Eastern Orthodox influences and traditions from Slavic mythology have blended together in Ukrainian culture.