TO WALK ALONG ODESSA MARINE PASSENGER TERMINAL


Fn integral part of the port is The Vorontsov Lighthouse, which serves mariners for over two centuries. The first lighthouse was built in 1815 at Cape of Big Fountain. Construction was finished by the Governor-General Mikhail Vorontsov. Exactly in his honor the lighthouse has got its name.
TO FIND THE HOUSE WITH ONE WALL

If you observe the house from the front side, it seems to be the usual old building with fine hammered balconies, original cornices and stucco work on its walls; it doesn’t differ much from the rest of the edifices of Odessa’s historical part. But if you look at it at the certain angle, the house will present a new image of itself – it gives an impression of being completely flat, consisting only from the facade wall.
This interesting visual effect is caused by an unusual architecture of the edifice. It does not have the back wall and lateral ones are adjacent to the main facade at an acute angle, therefore the building has triangular structure. The same reason serves as a basis for mystical properties and sometimes the edifice is called the Witch’s House.
TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF STEPS OF POTIOMKIN STAIRS

One of the city attractions is Potiomkin Stairs, which got is name thanks to the director Eisenstein. His movie “The Battleship Potiomkin” became the world classic of cinematography and the most tragic moment connected with famous ladder. So did its name appear. The staircase enters the top ten of the most beautiful staircases in Europe. Today the staircase consists of 192 steps (originally there were exactly 200, but with the expansion of the port eight steps were lost) and a dozen spans. The lenght of Potiomkin Stairs is 142 meters, it is created long-ranged – its base (width 21.7 m.) is wider than the upper part (12.5 m.), so that’s why when you look from above the staircase, appears an impression of equal width throughout its length. Railings of the staircase seem to be parallel and you can see only the pace (except the top of the march). When you look from below, staircase seems to be much longer and only a continouos cascade of steps can be seen.
TO CHECK WHETHER THE BRIDGE OF MOTHER-IN-LAW’S REALLY VIBRATES

Mother-in-Law’s bridge is a miniature copy of the Bridge of Grand Duchess Charlotte in Luxemburg, which was built in 1965. The first official name og the Mother-in-Law’s bridge – Komsomolsky. But it is hardly known. It’s going tobe called Komsomolsky in the Soviet time, because then boulevard Zhvanetskogo was called Komsomolsky boulevard. Subsequently, it was named the Captain’s. However, in our time neither one nor the other name does not appear anywhere.
There is story connected with a feature of the bridge. Because of it’s design, it is sensitive for swinging in the wind. If you just stop and listen, you can feel how the bridge “walks” uderfoot. And if you jump at the same time together with somebody, it is impossible not to feel the vibrations. It is said that tradition of rocking the bridge was used by student-physicist on the day of the Physics Faculty. So, the bridge swings as mother-in-law’s tongue. In general, fantasy and humor of Odessites are endless!
TO VISIT OLD ODESSA’S NOOK
Mini open-air museum that can tell us a bit about the history of the city. It is a place with a collection of some interesting exhibits: the original form of garden furniture, humpbacked bridge with openwork lattice, sculptural decoration, griffin iron art casting, well dated the middle of XIX century. It is a favorite place of taking pictures with the newlyweds.
TO SEE THE MONUMENT TO THE FRUIT, WHICH RESCUED ODESSA

The monument to Orange was installed in 2004. The monument is a bronze composition.
TO TASTE ODESSA CUISINE

Odessa cuisine is piquant and colorful. It has its own peculiarity and spice! Assimilating the best culinary traditions of the representatives of 130 nationalities, that lived in Odessa, Odessa’s cuisine represents colorful mixture of indigenous cultures and tastes. Fragrant like Greek, spicy like Bulgarian, gourmet like French and hearty like Italian, dishes of Odessa cuisine are small culinary masterpieces, delights of the table and pride of each Odessa family!
Natural taste of products is perceptible in any dish and balance proven over the years. The most popular recipes are based on those products, which any Pdessa’s home-maker daily can by on Privoz market. Black sea gives fish and other marine animals; warm climate presents a lot of juicy fruits and vegetables, fertile land affords rich harvests of grain. Also we have a lot of sorts of perfect grapes from which our wine-yards make astonishing wine.
TO TASTE LOCAL WINE

Wines of the Odessa region is famous far beyond the borders of Ukraine and wins awards at prestigious international tasting competitions.
TO CATH WI-FI NEAR THE MONUMENT TO STEVE JOBS

TO HAGGLE ON THE PRIVOZ MARKET

The famous Odessa Pryvoz – is a colorful market, where “you can buy everything”, is one of the symbols of Odessa. Built in the first half of XIX century on Pryvozna area as a branch of the Old Bazaar, Pryvoz originally intended for trading “on wheels”, which means with carts. Only at the end of XIX century there appeared the capital structure, and Oryvoz gradually became the main market of Odessa. It is considered as one of the biggest markets in Europe.
175 years have passed, but this famous Odessa market remains the biggest, nosiest, colorful andcrowded
TO COME OVER THE ODESSA COURTYARDS

DISCOVER WHO INVENTED THE WORLD’s FIRST CINECAMERA

Less known in that the Ukranian inventor Joseph Timchenko, a mechanic of the Odessa University, created a movie camera of his own design two years earlier – in 1893. On January 9, 1894, the camera of J. Timchenko was presented for the first time to the public. The astonished audience saw on the screen galloping cavalry and javelin thrower. Two days later, on the 11th of January, 1894, was published a Protocol of that, without exaggeration, historic session, recorded the fact and date of the first public film demonstration in the history…
The secrets of filmmaking, from inception of the film concept to its embodiment on the screen, are possible to discover in the unique Museum of the Movie Exposition of the Odessa Film Studio.
TO LEARN THE LEGENDS OF ODESSA CATACOMBS

Odessa catacombs – phenomenon fanned by a variety of mysteries and legends. It tunnels of different origin and destination. Most of the Odessa catacombs constitute ancient quarry-mine (~ 95%) of which are quarried stone for the construction of the city. Odessa catacombs also include drainage tunnels, “Mines” – the old cellars for various purposes, military bunkers, all sorts of mysterious underground tunnels and real natural caves. To understand the intertwining of subterranean cavities of various origins, it is difficult at times even to the inhabitants of Odessa. Dungeons stored in itself interesting traces of bygone eras of the city. The very presence in the catacombs shall not forgotten impressions.
SEAT IN THE CITY GARDEN

City Garden are called the heart of Odessa. The brother of the founder of the city Joseph de Ribas, Felix, gave it to the on the 10th of November, 1806. From the side of Deribasovskaya Street, entrance to the garden is guarded by a bronze lion’s family, that was brought to Odessa frome France in the XIX century. In the Garden you can sit on a bench with Leonid Utiosov, to see one of the “twelve” chairs. In the centre of garden locates musical fountain, jets of which change the height depending on the rhythms of melodies.
TO HAVE A SEAT ON THE TWELFTH CHAIR

Novel of Odessites Ilf and Petrov’s “12 Chairs” was filmed more that 18 times, inkluding Cuba, Iran, Sweden and Brazil. The novel was written in 1928 and the first adaptation was alredy filmed in 1933, when the film of Poland and Chekhoslovakia’s production was released.
Almost all of the film adaptations were adapted to local realities: Brazilians saw Ostap Bender a girl-dabser from variety show, Americans – coach of flea runs. This work is filled with Odessa humor.
TO VISIT ODESSA OPERA AND BALLET HOUSE

According to Forbes Magazine. the edifice of the Odessa National Opera and Ballet Theatre is one of the 11 most interesting sights in the Eastern Europe, and it is the only theatre in the list.
In the 1874, two Viennese architects Ferdinand Felner and Herman Helmer, who had already created the theatre buildings in Vienna, Budapest and other European cities, took up the constructions.
The Felner and Helmer`s design was not detailed and the architects did not come to Odessa during the construction period. The best local architects. in particular Felix Gonsiorovsky, Alexander Bernardazzi and Yuri Dmitrenko, had to revise and amend the design project.
The splendor and luxury of the interior strikes. Baroque details carry us into a wonderful word and were “intended for the creation of spiritual ecstasy” (as it in noted in one of the articles about the theatre).
Generously gilded molding, magnificent sculptures, and a great number of mirrors – everything pulls a person out of ordinaries and into the enchanting word of music and theatre. Plafonds of the auditorium are decorated with four pictures of Viennese painter, N. Lefter, on the themes of Shakespeare`s works “Hamlet”, “A Midsummer Night`s Dream”, “The Winter`s Tale” and “Twelfth Night”. Meanwhile, the huge festive chandelier above the auditorium, suspended to be weightless, weight about two tons.
In the 1874, two Viennese architects Ferdinand Felner and Herman Helmer, who had already created the theatre buildings in Vienna, Budapest and other European cities, took up the constructions.
The Felner and Helmer`s design was not detailed and the architects did not come to Odessa during the construction period. The best local architects. in particular Felix Gonsiorovsky, Alexander Bernardazzi and Yuri Dmitrenko, had to revise and amend the design project.
The splendor and luxury of the interior strikes. Baroque details carry us into a wonderful word and were “intended for the creation of spiritual ecstasy” (as it in noted in one of the articles about the theatre).
Generously gilded molding, magnificent sculptures, and a great number of mirrors – everything pulls a person out of ordinaries and into the enchanting word of music and theatre. Plafonds of the auditorium are decorated with four pictures of Viennese painter, N. Lefter, on the themes of Shakespeare`s works “Hamlet”, “A Midsummer Night`s Dream”, “The Winter`s Tale” and “Twelfth Night”. Meanwhile, the huge festive chandelier above the auditorium, suspended to be weightless, weight about two tons.
TO VISIT SCULPTURE GARDEN

At Humorina on the 1st of April 2000 a monument to “Odessa-mama” was unveiled. There are also humorous sculptures devoted to literary heroes and iconic characters of the urban folklore made by contemporary sculptures: “Rabinovich”, “Antilopa Gnu”, “Monument to the genius of the future”, “Sashka-musician”, “Duke in jeans”, “Green Van”, “Odessit Misha”, “Barges full of mullet”, “Monument to the unknown reader”, a monument to Ilya Ilf and Yevgeny Petrov, etc. Lanzheronovskaya str., 2
TO HAVE A RIDE ON THE MOST FAMOUS OBSERVATION WHEEL IN EUROPE

The observation wheel was opened in 2011 in the Odessa Central Park named after T.G. Shevchenko.
Guests and residents of the “Pearle of the Sea” has a unique opportunity to get an unforgettable experience, seeing the beauty of Odessa at bird`s eye panorama! The symbol of Odessa bright sun – an observation wheel – was included in the list of the most famous observation wheel in Europe. It is the tallest wheel in Ukraine.
Guests and residents of the “Pearle of the Sea” has a unique opportunity to get an unforgettable experience, seeing the beauty of Odessa at bird`s eye panorama! The symbol of Odessa bright sun – an observation wheel – was included in the list of the most famous observation wheel in Europe. It is the tallest wheel in Ukraine.
SEE THE SUNRISE AT THE BEACH

The total length of the beach are of the city is 30km. Among the coastal beaches of Odessa, the most popular are Arcadia, Lanzheron, Otrada, Golden Coast, “Luzanovka”, “Dolphin”, “Chaika”, etc.
Arcadia – is a Mecca of the night club life of Ukraine. Many large and famous night clubs are popular not only among citizen of Odessa and among the guests of the city, attract here hundred thousand of tourist throughout the summer.
WALKING ALONG THE LANZHERON QUAY

Today, Lanzheron is a favorite place for Odessa citizens to walk all year round. There you can feed flocks of seagulls, cool of near splashing fountains on a hot day.
Previously, there was the cottage of the Novorossiysk governor Alexander Lanzheron, that later gave the name of the area. Today, only the arch remains from the old buildings that were made by architects Franz Boffo in 1830.
The Dolphinarium “Nemo” is located in Lanzheron area. There you cannot only watch the dolphins during the performance, but also swim with these funny sea creatures.
Previously, there was the cottage of the Novorossiysk governor Alexander Lanzheron, that later gave the name of the area. Today, only the arch remains from the old buildings that were made by architects Franz Boffo in 1830.
The Dolphinarium “Nemo” is located in Lanzheron area. There you cannot only watch the dolphins during the performance, but also swim with these funny sea creatures.
MEET THE MOST FAMOUS FRENCHMAN IN ODESSA

There is no mayor more respected by Odessa citizens than the famous Duke de Richelieu (Armand-Emmanuel Sophie Septimanie de Vignerot du Plessis, 5th Duke of Richelieu and Fronsac). Thanks to his efforts, Odessa turned from a small port settlement into a luxurious city that coud complete with European capitals in beauty and wealth. Over the 11 years of his rule (1803-1814), city revenues increased 25 times and customs revenues 90 times. Soon Richelieu was called by Louis XVIII to France, where he was twice appointed head of government. In 1828, Odessa citizens, at their own expense, erected a bronze monument to their beloved Duke.
The original semi-cercular buildings frame the monument. They were built according to the plan of the famous Petersburg architect Abraham Melnikov in the 1930s XIX century in fashionable style of classicism at the time. In one building (at Primorsky Boulevard, 7), the so-called “offices” were located at different times – the Odessa City Council, a public charity order, a building committee, a commercial court and other administrative institutions. The second building (on Primorsky Boulevard, 8) originally belonged to a privat person. In 1840 it was turned into a fashionable Petersburg hotel, where famous guests of the city liked to stay.
The monument to Duke de Richelieu against the background of yellow semi-circular buildings and the Potiomkin Stairs are the most recognizable architectural ensemble of Odessa.
TO VISIT VORONTSOV PALACE

The palace was always full of life: there held balls and audiences, there was always lights in large palace windows and front doors were wide open, there were speech in all European languages and there were talks about politics, trade and obviously about love.
SENSE THE WATER BREEZE NEAR VORONTSOV COLONNADE

LISTEN TO THE MELODY OF THE ODESSA CITY COUNCIL CLOCK

The Odessa City Council building is an architectural centerpiece of Primorsky Boulevard, which is built in the style of classicism. The building was constructed by the project of Franz Boffo and Gregorio Torricelli in 1837. Originally, it was the building of the first Odessa trading venue. Its main activity was the sale of grain and flour-milling products.
Above the entrance, there is a massive clock, which was made by the English firm “Smith and Sons” in 1868. Above it there are two female figures – Day and Night, they symbolize the eternity of time. Every half hour the clock plays the melody “Odesa, my hometown” from the operetta “The White Acacia” by Isaak Dunayevsky, which is the anthem of Odesa
Above the entrance, there is a massive clock, which was made by the English firm “Smith and Sons” in 1868. Above it there are two female figures – Day and Night, they symbolize the eternity of time. Every half hour the clock plays the melody “Odesa, my hometown” from the operetta “The White Acacia” by Isaak Dunayevsky, which is the anthem of Odesa
RIDE IN THE LARGEST SKATE PARK IN UKRAINE
In Odessa, the stationary platform for practicing extreme sport located between the stadium “Chernomorets” and Suvorov Alley in the T.G. Shevchenko park. It is the largest in Ukraine (its area is more than 1000 m2). Four-level skating-ring of durable and safe cover with fascinating facilities for performing tricks invites extreme people and sports fans to ride on rollers, skateboards and bicycles.
TOUCH THE ANCIENT FORTRESS

TOUCH THE ANCIENT FORTRESS

TO RUN ALONG THE HEALTH ROUTE

WALK AROUND TURKEY AND GREECE IN THE CENTER OF ODESSA
At the bottom of Primorsky Boulevard, the favorite pedestrian thruway of Odessa, located unusual green corners – Istanbul and Greek Park. They are connected by a tunnel under the famous Potemkin Stairs. This is a piece of Turkey and Greece, their history and culture, in the center of Odessa.


One of the best practice of intercultural interaction among the participants of the Intercultural Cities (ICC) (at the level of Montreal, Geneva, Madrid) is the creation of two Odessa parks – Greek and Istanbul – as a symbolic communication of different cultures. This model has been proposed to develop a global strategy and implement a new model of managing cultural diversity for rallying society, democracy and respect for human rights.
OPEN THE DOOR TO THE HOUSE OF THE SUN

TAKE A SELFIE WITH CITY SCULPTURES

TO GET INSPIRED BY THE MURALS OF THE ODESSA BUILDINGS

Murals are located in various parts of the city. You can found fiery water horse on French Boulevard, watch a loving couple in Pirogovskiy lane etc.
TO FIND ODESSA CATS
