St. Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv closed for restoration for several months

The ensemble of the St. Sophia Monastery is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Photo: Radio Svoboda
The oldest church in the capital of Ukraine, the National Reserve "St. Sophia of Kyiv", has been closed to visitors due to the beginning of restoration work. According to the LIFE.KYIV.UA website, the decision was made due to the technical need to update the complex.
The exact completion date of the restoration is not yet known, but the work may last several months.
"It is planned that after the restoration, 'St. Sophia of Kyiv' will offer visitors new tour routes and viewing platforms. The reserve intends to create interactive zones that will allow for a more profound exploration of the cathedral’s history. The updated infrastructure will also be adapted for the convenience of people with disabilities," the statement said.
It is noted that visitors will be able to follow the progress of the restoration work through social networks and the official website of the national reserve.
As previously reported by the UOJ, St. Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv has joined an organization that protects culture in Europe.
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