Historical and cultural complex Radomysl Castle

The unique historical and cultural complex located in a picturesque place - between the edge of the purest lake and river Polessky Myki. Radomysl Castle, stands majestically on a granite rock, surrounded by coniferous forests.

History of the Castle Radomysl

The medieval building has recently been renovated, namely the period from 2007 to 2011, which helped to recreate the authentic interior of 17-19 centuries. It is worth mentioning that the basis for this old castle served as melnitsa¸ which was built in 1902. When the structure of historical and cultural complex has been found that the construction of the 20th century was built on the remains of an older building. As it turned out, it was a paper mill, built in 1612. The founder of this "papirni" was a famous religious and public figure at the time, educator, Archimandrite of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra Elisha Pletenetsky.

Even in our time for the restoration of historical and cultural attractions began Bohomolets. The fragile woman who is a patron of the arts and philanthropist, took over the construction of buildings on the site and was able to build a longstanding landfill "Radomysl Castle Museum."

The area is notable for its well-groomed. She lives a large variety of animals and birds, aquatic beaten keys and planted rare plants.

Facilities of the complex "The Castle Radomysl"

Historical and cultural complex "The Castle Radomysl" has exhibition halls for conferences or workshops, as well as rooms in which there are permanent exhibitions.

• In the first room you can see photos of the castle before its restoration and feel the great work being done by the team lock in order that it can be seen in the present form.
• In the second room are located iconostasis, which are written on the canvas, as well as a collection of wicker amphora from Ukraine.
• In the third room is a gallery of home icons from all over Ukraine.
• Fourth - room of the Virgin. Collected here are images of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who brought from around the world.
• In the fifth placed unique icons, written in tempera - paint, which is prepared on the basis of natural pigments.
• Concert Hall in the castle meets all the highest European standards and can accommodate a 150 people, which allows him a special celebration. The interior of this room is the unforgettable beauty of a fireplace with a statue of the archangel Michael. Concert Hall - a truly unique creation.
• The refectory is remarkable for its authenticity. Under the ceiling beams are a variety of benches, chairs and benches next to the long wooden tables. Heart refectory - a huge oven in which you can easily cook the largest prey. The boiler to cook a delicious meal. Due to the interior and a certain atmosphere can be effortlessly enjoy all the subtleties of life of our ancestors. It is worth emphasizing that the dining room can accommodate about 80 people.
• Ceremonial Hall. A popular place for newlyweds. It contains icons that were previously in the churches. A special feature is the icon of St. Nicholas of the 12th century.
• Conference hall. Its area is 150 square meters. It is mainly used for conferences and larger events.

Museum Home icon in the "Castle Radomysl"

The museum is the home of the world`s only home icons 17-20 centuries. Bohomolets collected over 15 years by more than 5,000 icons from all corners of the country. At this stage, they are all on the walls of the castle, striking for its beauty and uniqueness.

Drawn they were great painters and ordinary craftsmen. These people did not take as a basis certain stereotypes and canons, and used only for their sense and look at the spiritual world. Icons in the different regions of our country, of course, differ from each other as the manner of performance and the colors used on the canvas.

Another difference home icons are human traits that were inherent in almost any saint.

Landscape Park Complex

Landscape Park gained such popularity that attracts with its beauty of all visitors. Its territory was opened several underwater springs and keys. After some research the water in them was declared fit for human consumption.

Landscaped park has a unique variety of plants bred artificially. Also attracted the attention of a wide variety of animals that can be found on the landscaped grounds of the castle.

Papirnya complex "Radomysl `

This factory was built in 1612 by monks of the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. These saints are very carefully selected location for the construction. It takes into account all the details.Particular attention was paid to the landscape, in order to be able to defend themselves if attacked.

Such a suitable area was found in Radomyshl. It was a rock, surrounded on all sides by water. Because of this it was impossible under the structure to make a tunnel.

In just a few decades, no one did not manage to grab a paper mill. At the end of its existence is made under the direction of their Bohdan Khmelnytsky. After that, the factory was destroyed and stood useless for centuries.

Rooms in the castle

If you decide to stay in the castle for a night or longer, it can be done in the guest rooms. Local numbers are more like cells, but they are without any amenities that make life easier for modern man. For those who are accustomed to the comfort features, the administration can provide a "royal chambers" with comfortable wicker furniture and a gorgeous view from the window on the refreshing river and the park with unique plants.

Getting there

If you want to visit this indisputable miracle of architecture that you dip a few centuries ago, enough of Zhitomir and Kiev reach the city Radomyshl , signs will lead you to the most attractions. If you want to simplify your life, then to the castle, you can take a taxi, telling the driver the address.