Zhovkva – Krekhiv

Zhovkva – Krekhiv

Zhovkva is  one of the most beautiful cities in Lviv region. It stands out among others with its restored fortification walls of 16th c. You will also see the castle of Stanislaw Zolkiewski, city hall, market square, Basilian monastery and church, St. Lawrence’s cathedral and synagogue of 17th c.

The tour will follow to Krekhiv Monastery of Basilian fathers founded back in the beginning of 17th century that is located in the picturesque area. The monastery complex include Church of Transfiguration (1650), bell tower from the middle of 17th c., cell blocks and ancient fortification walls with towers. We also suggest visiting ancient cave monastery on the Tymosha rock and a healing spring close to the monastery.