International festival of equestrian martial arts "The Scythians"

Over the weekend, Kiev will host a festival of horse "The Scythians" martial arts.

22 and 23 June in "Kievan Rus Park" festival will be held equestrian martial arts "The Scythians".

In ancient times, the rider and the horse had to stay in close alliance, to stand in battle or to receive the trophy hunting. Continuing the ancient traditions, modern virtuosos equestrian martial arts show their skills in ancient Kiev.

The key event of the festival will be competitions of horse archers. They will be held at interesting scheme where in each subsequent round of the task more complicated. In the first race the rider will fall into one target to the next - a two and so on until four. Competitions mounted archers will take place day and night format.

Actors stunt-horse trick theater Ancient Kiev show mastery of various weapons that were used in the Middle Ages: swords, spears, Sulitsa. As well as the riders and their faithful four-legged friends will demonstrate the elements of combat trick riding: various tricks, which are now used in the demonstrations, and in the past have helped in the attack or saving lives in combat.

Viewers will see the race on the war chariots, archers presentation of costumes of different eras and peoples, as well as horse battle armor. Guests of the Park and will be able to feel themselves in the role of ancient horsemen, for it to be held open workshops on horseback martial arts.

By participants of the festival will be on the horses of the Princely Stables Ancient Kiev, which contains about 20 different historic horse breeds.

In addition to equestrian events battle theme, which will last a race of ancient Kiev for two days, waiting for the guests of the festival fun entertainment: sports competitions, Slav games, quizzes. You will be able to ride a horse, to practice in accuracy in the historic dash to buy an original souvenir street artists and so on.

A feeling of adrenaline for the guests will be provided by the fascinating zipline Politailo (where everyone can not only descend from the height, but also fly over the lake), as well as the high-speed slide “Zmey Gorynych”, after which you can take a picture with a fire-breathing dragon..

Rest at the lake and picturesque nature

If you want to find the most unique place near the water, then the lake of the Principality "Kievan Rus" is what you are looking for!

The forest lake of Ancient Kiev is open every day. Choosing the best beaches near Kiev, you not only get an opportunity to relax by the water, but also enjoy the medieval entourage of the complex and picturesque nature away from the noisy metropolis.

And of course, you can taste delicious dishes from princes cooks in the Princely Tavern and in food points in the open air and in arbors.

Also you can stay for the night in the hotel-type house «4 rooms», which is situated in a five-minutes walk from the Detinetz of Kyiv or in the hostel or at a camping within the park.

*More information about accommodation: + 38050-385-20-35.

Gather a big company, because it's fun together! Come and take photos and be sure to share your impressions and photos with us. networks.

You will see:

• Princely flags parade
• Photo session with the guests
• Ancient Kyiv horse theater performance
• Dance flash mobs
• Trick riding
• Tug-of-war
• Unique collection of the best historical horse breeds in the world of the Princely Stables Ancient Kiev Presentation
• Horseback archery tournament
• Historical fencing master-class
• Ancient Rus rituals: "Cup of wishes», «Burning harms and sicknesses in the fire"
• Round dances with the guests of the Park

Book tickets: +38 044 461-99-37, +38 050 385-20-35

Ticket prices*

For adult - 150 UAH

For students - 100 UAH

For children - 50 UAH
(pupils)

For preschool child - free

You can also buy tickets in Ancient Kyiv

In connection with unpredictable situations, weather conditions, the administration of the "Kievan Rus Park" can make changes to the content and timing of the program.

*One entry ticket operates per person for one day of the event!

In case of not holding (cancellation) of the event, the Buyer returns 100% of the nominal value of the ticket. In the case of returning a ticket at the buyer's initiative, a commission of 10% is deducted from its value, which is not subject to return to the buyer. The ticket may be returned, in case of a buyer's appeal no later than one day prior to the day of the event, until 16:00 a.m., except for weekends and holidays.

The cost of an entrance ticket is included

1. Entrance to Ancient Kyiv.
2. Participation in gaming programs for children and adults.
3. Entrance to museum of historical costumes, visiting of expositions.
4. Parking.
5. WC.
6. Other activities on the tilting yard during the program.

*Services are provided by the partners of Ancient Kyiv.