On May, 15 and 16 Ancient Kyiv in the Principality of Kyivan Rus («Kyivan Rus Park») invites everyone to a grandiose event in the world of ancient martial arts – the Open horseback archery championship of Ukraine «Scythians».
The strongest horseback archers of Ukraine, prize-winners of the international championships will take part in the competitions. The experienced sportsmen-virtuosos in bright historical costumes will compete in shooting accuracy from a traditional (historical) bow at full gallop.
This is an incredibly difficult task for the competition participants, and at the same time, a thrilling and exciting spectacle for the audience!
The sportsmen and the actors-stuntmen will act in a tandem with the unique horses of rare ancient breeds gathered from all around the world in the Princely stable. Some of these horses can be seen nowhere else in Ukraine, because they were brought to our country in a single number. The horses can be palmed, taken a photo with, ridden on a horseback or in a carriage.
In between the competitions, the guests will be awaited by a bright entertaining program on a historical theme with horse performances and ancient Slavic amusements.
The guests of the Principality will not only be the festival viewers, but will get a chance to become active participants of the event and join fun and interesting games, contests, dance flash mobs and master-classes.
The event is held in accordance with the requirements of the quarantine regime.
Ancient Kyiv opens at 10:00. The program starts at 14:00.
* The event program is subject to change.
The ticket price: a full adult ticket – 250 UAH, for pensioners and students – 150 UAH, for schoolchildren – 100 UAH, for preschool children – for free.
Ancient Kyiv in the «Kyivan Rus Park» is located in Kyiv region, Obukhiv district, the vill. Kopachiv.
Details on the website www.parkkyivrus.com
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