It is not always possible to get out to the sea. But that doesn't mean you have to stay at home. After all, every region of Ukraine has places where you can sunbathe and swim.

And Kirovograd region is no exception. So where to spend your leisure time - we tell you below. Katerynivka Beach Located on the edge of Kropyvnytskyi on the territory of a former quarry.

During the summer season, locals and residents from neighboring settlements come here. There are gazebos, a bar with a summer terrace, and a playground on the coast. You can also rent catamarans and kayaks here.

By the way, Katerynivka Pond is just 3 kilometers away, where you can also swim and sunbathe. However, the area is not equipped, so you will have to take an umbrella and a mat with you. Guests of the city are advised to visit the first Ukrainian professional theater named after Marko Kropyvnytskyi.

It is located at 4 Teatralna Street. The building was built in 1867. At first glance, it seems to be well preserved, and its appearance has hardly changed.

But in fact, it has already undergone 11 reconstructions. Initially, the main cast included theater worker Mariia Zankovetska, playwright Ivan Karpenko-Kary, and actor Mykola Sadovskyi. They performed the play Natalka-Poltavka for the opening.

Also visit the monument to the first tram, which started running in 1897. Take a walk along Dvortsova Street, the only pedestrianized street in Kropyvnytskyi. Pompous houses line the street.

Stop by the library, the former V.