Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra (Kyiv Holy Dormition Caves Lavra)

Anthony and Theodosius of Kyiv founded the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra in 1051. The Kyiv Pechersk Lavra caves are a system of narrow underground corridors, along with numerous living areas and underground chapels. For a long time, they acted as the residence of monks, as well as the burial place of the defenders of Kyiv.