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Andre from Holland, 15-18 August 2008.
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I am happy with how everything went. And am pleased with all the service of BA.com. My thanks and warm wishes to BA team and especially to Karina. I wish her strength in these hard times for her, cause of her relative that past away.
From a satisfied customer,
Andre
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 If you are fed up with the rush of city and it's hectic pace, there is no better place for taking a well-deserved rest that in the Carpathians. Even time takes completely different dimension here. It's here in the Ukrainian Carpathians where the geographic center of Europe is located. The development of this region has been heavily influenced by the many cultures of the different countries which through the agency have called the Carpathians their own. Ecologists maintain that the Carpathians remain a place where the rivers and the air uniquely clean and clear.
The Carpathian region managed to preserve a great number of defense constructions and palaces witnessing a great deal of historical upheavals. Here you can visit numerous castles from the 11th-17th centuries, which in different eras were owned by Polish, Austro-Hungarians, Lithuanians and Russians. Since some of the castles are associated with the life of several Polish magnates, we offer you to have a trip to the Middle Age during your stay in the Ukrainian Carpathians.
Mukachevsky "Palanok" Castle
In Europe, there remain only five other castles so finely preserved as "Palanok" Castle. In the 14th century the cornerstone was laid for the castle which, was later made into an impregnable fortress by French engineers. Moreover, after the fall of the Bastille, a world-renowned French prison, it was Mukachevsky castle that became an all-European political prison. Today even though "Palanok" Castle has lots its strategic role, it still maintains one of the most important military and architecture monuments of both Europe and Ukraine complete with its cozy patios, bastions and old chambers with a distinct knights' air.
Winter rest.
 During the winter, the Carpathians meet the demand of snow skiers from all over! If you are one of them, you should try of the new ski runs and discover new aspects of life. There is snow cover in Carpathian resorts for four months a year on average. The most popular alpine skiing resort is in the valley of Dragobrat. It's located at an altitude of 1300 meters about sea level and there is snow here from November till May. Popular ski resorts are also found near Rakhiv, Mukachevo and Svalyava in Zakarpattya. This kind of sport and rest is becoming more and more popular in Ukraine, therefore it's infrastructure is developing rapidly. That's why even now you can choose a recreation center, ski runs, a chair lift and the prices will be a pleasant surprise for you.
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Travel to Carpathians - take your breath away!
If rest without excitement is not your cup of tea, then the Carpathian region is a real boon for you. During April and May much of the snow in the mountains melts, creating ideal conditions for one to go rafting along the rivers Prut, Bilyi and Chornyi Cheremosh. As for the canyon of the Dniester, it waits for you from May till September. Hunters can hunt a wild boar, roe deer, wolf and other game. There is a special season for hunting and a forestry agent or a competent travel agent will help you with the license. Moreover, there are some paragliding and sports aviation centers in the Carpathians. You can also enjoy a bike rides, mountain climbing or a mountaineering tutorial. As for horseback riding, it is a natural thing in the mountain areas therefore you should ask your guide about riding a special Hutsul breed of horse. Calm and amiable "Hutsulyky," as they are called here, are considered one of the best mountain breeds.
Far from Urban hustle and bustle.
 The Carpathians are unique in that it is only here where primeval forests, unique for Central Europe were preserved. Silver firs, beeches, fir trees and of course, millennial yew trees look like real grey sages. Now the major part of the Carpathians is covered with reserved areas. The mountains themselves with their "soft" peaks called polonynas (alpine meadows) are not very high.
Who was the first to call the Carpathian Mountains the blue ones and why is this not so well known? They are actually green, but it is for you to judge. You might also think that the forests, rivers, lakes or the shroud is of blue color. But irrespective of the color and the season, you will feel inexplicable harmony and the beauty of the world around you when in the Carpathians. Have you ever seen the whole valley of wild daffodils in bloom? You can marvel at this sight only in Khoust, home of the only reserve of narrow-leaved daffodils in Europe. Among the gems of the Carpathians there is the biggest lake of the region, the fantastic Synevyr so named after an ancient legend about the passionate love of a girl named Synya and a youth called Vyr. According to the folk tales, those who declared their love in this place will never get divorced.
In summer the highland scenery is complemented by herds of sheep. Therefore, if you come across a shepherd, don't be surprised at his national costume. You see, here in the Ukrainian Carpathians, traditions have been kept alive since times of old. Taste the fresh sheep cheese and listen to the sounds of trembitas, which are the longest musical instruments in the world. The length of this cone-shaped pipe reaches four meters. From time immemorial the sound of trembitas informed highlanders about important events. Tourists will be happy to know that the perfect marriage of tradition and convenience has been performed just for them with nearby recreation centers, hotels and small cottages in the mountains. You may pick the price category and the distance from noisy civilization according to your liking.
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The rest of invigoration
As Socrates said "Our health is not everything, but without health the rest is nothing". The Carpathians have a lot to offer those who wish to strengthen or restore their health, since the climate and balneological resorts have the traditions of centuries. The region discovered "wellness" therapy way back during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Not without good reason! The clean and clear air, mineral springs and the cleanest mountain rives in Europe. You can enjoy all that of mineral springs, each with different healing powers. However, the bulk of visitors go to the Trouskavets to taste the medicinal "Naftusya". Sanatoriums of Svalayva in Zakarpattya and Morshyn in Prykarpattya together with many others welcome visitors with their spas. However, you should be careful, since water from the mineral springs have tremendous healing power, therefore you should consult a doctor before partaking. But don't worry, as you can get such a consultation right in your resort center.
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