Town · Ukraine · Cherkasy

Uman

A central Ukrainian town known for its large landscape park, Sofiyivka.

about 2.5 h

For storytellers

Why Uman matters

Uman is a town in central Ukraine, best known for the Sofiyivka park, a grand landscape garden created in the early 19th century as a gift of love. It is also known as a place of Hasidic pilgrimage. Check current travel advice before planning a visit.

Talking points

  • Sofiyivka was created in the early 19th century.
  • The town is a pilgrimage destination for some Jewish visitors.

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What to see in Uman

Park

Sofiyivka Park

Uman, Ukraine

A large 19th-century landscape park with ponds, grottoes, waterfalls and sculptures.

Also nearby

Within about 40 km, closest first.