Kontraktova Square
Kontraktova Square, the compositional center of Podol, is a wondrous sight in itself. Dubbed the oldest square in Kiev, the area dates back to 1798, and got its name from the function it played: that of a place that hosted Russian fairs and served merchants and customers. The square also served as the city center, as the Upper City was devastated following the Tatar-Mongol invasions. Vast and beautiful, Kontraktova Square is surrounded by wonderful buildings, each telling a different story.