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    Kyiv, also spelled Kiev, is the capital and most populous city of Ukraine. It is in north-central Ukraine along the Dnieper River. As of 1 January 2022, its population was 2,952,301, making Kyiv the seventh-most populous city in Europe. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational, and cultural center in … See more

    • English: Kyiv (/ˈkiːjɪv/ KEE-yiv, /kiːv/ KEEV ) or Kiev (/ˈkiːɛv/ KEE-ev)
    Ukrainian: Ки́їв, romanized: Kyiv, pronounced [ˈkɪjiu̯] (listen)
    Russian: Киев (pre-1918 Кіевъ), romanized: Kiev, pronounced [ˈkʲi(j)ɪf] (listen See more

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    Geography
    Geographically, Kyiv is on the border of the Polesia woodland ecological zone, a part of the … See more

    Legal status and local government
    The municipality of the city of Kyiv has a special legal status within Ukraine compared to the other administrative subdivisions of the country See more

    Modern Kyiv is a mix of the old (Kyiv preserved about 70 percent of more than 1,000 buildings built during 1907–1914) and the new, seen … See more

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    The first known humans in the region of Kyiv lived there in the late paleolithic period (Stone Age). The population around Kyiv during the Bronze Age formed part of the so-called See more

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    According to the official registration statistics, there were 2,847,200 residents within the city limits of Kyiv in July 2013.
    Historical population
    According to the All-Ukrainian Census, the population of Kyiv in 2001 was 2,611,300. The historic … See more

    Kyiv was the historic cultural centre of the East Slavic civilization and a major cradle for the Christianization of Kyivan Rus. Kyiv retained through centuries its cultural importance and even at times of relative decay, it remained the centre of primary importance of … See more

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  3. https://www.britannica.com/place/Kyiv
    • Kyiv, also spelled Kiev, Kyyiv, or Russian Kiyev, chief city and capital of Ukraine. A port on the Dnieper (Dnipro) River and a large railroad junction, it is a city with an ancient and proud history. As the centre of Kyivan (Kievan) Rus, the first eastern Slavic state, 1,000 years ago, it acquired the title “Mother of Rus Cities.” It was severely ...
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  4. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Kyiv

    The history of Kyiv, also spelled Kiev, officially begins with its founding year as 482, but the city may date back at least 2,000 years. Archaeology dates the site of the oldest known settlement in the area to 25,000 years BC. Kyiv was the historical capital of medieval Kievan Rus' from 879 to 1240, and is now the largest city and the capital of Ukraine.
    Legend states that three brothers, Kyi, Shchek and Khoryv, and their sister Lybid, founded the ci…

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      Kiev is the capital of Ukraine with population of about 3 million citizens. It is situated on the Dnepr River and boasts architectural monuments that are recognized world treasures. Kiev is the largest cultural, scientific and industrial center of Ukraine, the place of religious pilgrimage and a very attractive tourist destination.
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      What did Kiev used to be called?
      When written in the Latin alphabet is it regularly referred to it by it's romanized name Kiev or Kyiv. The name itself is understood to be a composite word literally meaning ‘Kyi's Castle’, named for the founder of the city. In Norse sources, Kyiv has been called Kœnugarðr.
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      Is Kiev an expensive city?
      Kiev can be an expensive city if you do not know your way around. It can be very inexpensive with the right guide that knows how to stretch a dollar. With me, you will get a great tour at half the price of what others charge. You will also get to see the best places to eat drink and meet beautiful women. February 13, 2018 Rod L.
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      What makes Kiev special is that it's a world class tourist destination without tourists; it remains undiscovered by Disneyesque hordes. A little about Kiev's history: it's the founding city of modern Russia and Ukraine.
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    • https://www.britannica.com/place/Kyiv/History

      WebKievan Rus in the 11th century The Varangians (Vikings) seized Kyiv in the mid-9th century, and, as in Novgorod to the north, a Slavo-Varangian ruling elite developed.

    • 'Kyiv' or 'Kiev' — Here's why the difference is political | CBC News

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      WebMar 4, 2022 · Kiev was the internationally accepted English-language spelling through the Soviet period and into the first years of this century. Watch a video on how to pronounce Kyiv

    • https://www.npr.org/2022/01/25/1075357281

      WebJan 25, 2022 · "Kiev" comes from Russian, and Ukraine has been campaigning for the Ukrainian spelling and pronunciation since the 1990s, after the collapse of the Soviet …

    • https://www.scotsman.com/news/world/why-kiev...

      WebMar 2, 2022 · Kiev or Kyiv is the capital, the most-populated city in Ukraine and the seventh-most populous city in Europe as well as one of the oldest. The population, as of January …

    • https://ukraine.ua/cities-places/kyiv

      WebKyiv (not Kiev!) is a place where the rhythm of history meets a modern urban vibe! Ukrainian capital is a modern city, home to hundreds of successful startups, cultural events and cool venues to meet your every …

    • Líderes de Japón y China visitan a las rivales Kiev y Moscú

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      Web11 hours ago · Líderes de Japón y China visitan a las rivales Kiev y Moscú. KIEV (AP) — El primer ministro de Japón, Fumio Kishida, llegó el martes a Kiev para una visita sorpresa …