About This Site

Sofiyivka is one of Europe's finest romantic landscape parks, created in the late 18th century. With 179.2 hectares of meticulously designed gardens, waterfalls, and artistic installations, it represents a masterpiece of landscape architecture.

Sofiyivka Park is a UNESCO-inscribed landscape masterpiece created between 1796-1802 by Count Stanisław Potocki as a gift for his beloved wife, Sophia. The park features 26 lakes and ponds, multiple waterfalls, a unique glacier-cut landscape, and sculptures at every turn. Winding pathways guide visitors through themed garden areas, each with distinct horticultural and architectural characteristics.

Historical Significance

Created during the Romantic era, Sofiyivka was designed to evoke emotions through carefully orchestrated landscape elements. Its creation required enormous engineering efforts, including the construction of waterworks and the modification of natural topography. The park has been meticulously maintained through centuries of change.

Highlights

• ✓26 lakes and ponds with artistic design
• ✓Multiple waterfalls and cascades
• ✓Romantic garden architecture
• ✓Botanical collections from across Europe
• ✓Themed garden areas
• ✓Scenic hiking trails

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