For the first time, defense structures appeared in the Transcarpathian region in the bronze age. Then they were settlements surrounded by earthen ramparts and ditches (Ardanivske, Stremtura (Irshava), Galish-Lovachka (Mukachevo), Borzhavskoe (vary). The best type of defense structures of the middle ages in Transcarpathia are castles of the XI-XVIII centuries.
Researchers distinguish two types of fortresses. The first was intended for overseeing the surrounding lands and receiving tribute from them, as well as for constant attacks. It's Mukachevo, Kwasowski, Bronicki, Nevitsky locks. The second type – the castle-guard of subordinated territories: Uzhgorod, Vynohradiv, Royal, Chynadievo, Serednyansky.
Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of lights, a celebration of candles that are lit by Jews all over the world in honor of the miracle that occurred during the consecration of the temple after the victory of the Maccabean army over the army of king Antiochus in 164 BC.according to legend, entering the destroyed, desecrated temple in Jerusalem, the Jews found a small jar of oil, which was enough to maintain the fire for only one day. However, miraculously, the fire in the Golden temple menorah burned for eight days. Exactly as much as was required for the preparation of new, purified and consecrated oil. Since then, the fluttering light of candles, wonderful aromas, and faith in miracles bring a holiday to every Jewish home and remind of the courage and heroism of the ancestors of the Jewish people.
Sightseeing in Khust should start with the Church of St. Elizabeth, which is located at the intersection of Constitution and Carpathian Sich streets. The reformed Church of the XIII-XIV centuries consists of three parts: an independent tower, a nave and an apse organically United with them. The walls of the temple are decorated with Gothic Windows. During the restoration in 2005, interesting frescoes of the XV century depicting knights in armor were found inside the temple. A similar Church of the XIII-XIV centuries was preserved in the village of Vyshkovo in the Khust district.
On the territory of Yasin itself, there are 2 tow lifts. The smaller one has length m and is situated on the mountain Kostylivka. The track for skiers in this place is 200 meters wide and is characterized by a small height difference of 70 meters. Just 10 minutes ' walk from Yasin city center. The gentle descent of this route is very convenient for adults and children who are first getting on skis.
The village of Upper Studenyj mizhgirye district of Transcarpathian region, located in the scenic mountain ranges Beskydy Skolsky. This is why this famous ski resort is often called Beskid. It is located between the town center and then take a shutter for Pylypets at an altitude of 710 m above sea level on the Bank of Studenaya river.
Mezhgorye from 1415 to 1953 was called Volovoe. There are 9421 inhabitants in Mezhgorye. The village is located in the river valley. Here are the highway Khust-Dolyna and the Volovets-Mizhhiria. The nearest railway station is Volovets, 32 km away.
Today Mezhgorye is one of the tourist centers of the region. There are Hiking trails, equipped ski trails, resorts, hotels and camp sites.
The area is rich in mineral waters of the carbon-chlorocalcium type: 53 explored sources. The most famous of them – Simovski, Buckovski, Kolachevskii, Verkhniobystrynske, Kelechynske. The latter's water is used for the treatment of radiation sickness
The village of Zhdenievo in the Volovets district of the Transcarpathian region is a wonderful place for winter recreation at the foot of the Pikuy mountain. There is one ski trail with a length of 800 metres. Convenient for beginners. The track is equipped with a towpath and snowcat. There are very professional instructors. There are several legends about the origin of the name of the village Zhdenievo:.
