The country's main Christmas tree: how the festive location on St. Sophia Square will look like

This year, the country's main Christmas tree will have a pastel design, stylized as frescoes of St. Sophia of Kyiv, and will be decorated with more than 4,000 toys. Find out more about what the New Year's attraction will look like and how it is being set up right now

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This year, the country's main Christmas tree will once again appear on St. Sophia Square in restrained pastel colors inspired by the frescoes of St. Sophia of Kyiv. The organizers are focusing on atmosphere and comfort, while maintaining all wartime safety rules. The decorations and lighting are chosen so that the location looks festive even in the face of possible power outages.

Thousands of decorations are currently being delivered to the square, and Kyiv is gradually plunging into the New Year's Eve mood.

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What will the country's main Christmas tree look like in 2025?

The main Christmas tree in Kyiv will be decorated in pastel colors based on the frescoes of St. Sophia of Kyiv. This was announced by the curator of the installation project, Nadiia Tutenko. The design involves the use of delicate, warm colors and soft decorative elements. The top will be decorated with a pastel star made in the same style.

This year, the tree will be decorated with about 4,500 toys, most of which have already been delivered to the square. The garlands will work even in case of power outages. A generator will be installed nearby to ensure uninterrupted lighting of the festive area.

Earlier, we told you about the best places for winter travel in Ukraine, even on a limited budget.

What else will be arranged on St. Sophia Square?

The main square of the capital is planned to install:

- A small ice rink;

- Several houses with sweets and hot drinks;

- A festive area decorated by patrons without involving budget funds.

The location will traditionally open on December 6, St. Nicholas Day. There will be no mass events this year, as decided by the city's Defense Council. The district administrations were also advised to limit large outdoor festivities for safety reasons.

Winter tours from Visit Ukraine: 4 profitable options

Visit Ukraine offers four different winter tours, each of which allows you to experience the beauty of the Carpathians and Zakarpattia in your own way: from active skiing to relaxing with thermal baths and tastings. Whether you're planning to celebrate the New Year in the mountains or just spend a weekend, there's definitely something for you among these options.

6 days in the New Year's Carpathians

This tour covers 6 days / 5 nights and includes a comprehensive trip: from the snow-capped peaks of Bukovel to the thermal pools of Transcarpathia, from traditional Hutsul culture to castles and palaces. The program includes: Yaremche, Verkhovyna, Bukovel, Dilove, Vynohradiv, Berehove, Mukachevo, Uzhhorod with excursions, tastings, SPA, New Year's Eve fun and accommodation in estates and hotels.

The cost of the tour is UAH 10,775 per person. The price includes a comfortable bus, accommodation, breakfasts, dinners, guided tours, excursions, and a New Year's program. Only tickets to museums, lunches and some tastings are paid additionally.

Tasting and thermal tour “Extravaganza of New Year's Transcarpathia”

This is a short but intense three-day tour (3 days/2 nights), suitable for those who want to combine relaxation, gastronomy and New Year's atmosphere without long travel. The program includes thermal baths, tasting of local wines and cheeses, New Year's Eve celebrations in Mukachevo, comfortable accommodation in a mini-hotel, walks in Zakarpattia, visiting cities and swimming in pools.

The tour includes: bus transportation, accommodation, breakfasts, dinners, a guide, excursions, a New Year's program and insurance. Entrance fees, lunches and tastings are paid separately. The cost of the tour is 7 314 UAH per person.

Ski tour to Bukovel (3 days)

This option is for those who are looking for an active vacation: a ski resort, snowy slopes, skiing or snowboarding, winter landscapes and drive - everything you need for winter energy. Standard program: transfer, hotel accommodation near Bukovel, guide support, assistance with ski-passes or equipment rental, organization of skiing.

The price includes transportation, accommodation, insurance, and transfers to the ski lifts. However, ski-passes, equipment rental, meals, and additional entertainment are paid separately. Price: 4 330 UAH per person

New Year's Transcarpathia in 6 days

This tour is an ideal choice for those who want to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Transcarpathia with its nature, traditions, thermal pools, gastronomy and culture without haste. The program includes trips to picturesque places, tastings, swimming, comfortable accommodation and exploration of the region's flavor.

The price includes accommodation, transportation, support, and basic excursions. Some tickets, meals, and tastings may be paid additionally. The price is 9,500 UAH per person.

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We remind you! Demand for winter travel to the Carpathians is growing every day, and prices are changing rapidly depending on the location and demand for the holidays. Already, tourist regions are almost full, and mountain vacations are becoming more expensive, especially in top destinations. Read more about current prices, booking features, and why Bukovel holds the highest bar.

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