In these difficult days for our country, we celebrate, together with all of Europe, this Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation and the 71st Anniversary of the Victory over Nazism in Europe. These days have special meaning and represent heroism, fortitude, military service and eternal sorrow for the millions of victims of the Second World War.

The Velykodnia Kraina (Easter Country) holiday fair was opened at the Kyiv National Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve on May 1, 2016. Velykodnia Kraina offers children a maze of obstacles and interactive challenges, traditional Easter games and competitions. Both children and adults have the opportunity to decorate the Easter tree with self-made Pysanky (painted Easter eggs).

The young researchers presented their findings and discussed pressing issues of history and culture in Ukraine. A dozen reports were heard. During the conference the participants discussed various aspects of the history of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and Preserve – the lives of Saints, the unique cave systems, printing and painting masterpieces, and traditions of pedagogical excellence.

The National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve is preparing for Easter, one of the greatest Christian holidays. Land improvement works and completion works on architectural monuments are being carried out. Employees are preparing for the opening of the festive Velykodnia Kraina (Easter Country) at the Lavra. A maze of obstacles is being set up for children. An Easter tree is being created, which everyone will be able to decorate with self-made painted Easter eggs.