Chernobyl is a haunting page in the history of Ukraine and the world. The nuclear disaster that rocked this city affected not only the USSR but also the nuclear policies of the entire world. A trip down to Chernobyl and Pripyat in Ukraine is the best way to understand this disaster and pay homage to the victims. Let’s explore how much we can see in our itinerary of Chernobyl in 3 days.
Though most of the city is non-functional, some points have minimal radiation and are still operating, like St. Elijah Church. You can start here and then move on to other regions.
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Exploring the Chernobyl
Chernobyl Reactor Number 4 is the focal point of this trip. This is where the explosion happened. The reactor uses a steel structure, which you can see from the perimeter.
You can also explore the real-life ghost town of Pripyat and see eerie sights like abandoned buildings, playgrounds, an amusement park, a hospital, and a school. All these sights will genuinely give you a shiver down your spine.
The abandoned radioactive villages of Kopachi and Zalissya, Duga Radar, and the secret Chernobyl-2 town are also worth a visit.
Make sure to pay your respects at the Chernobyl Monument or the “To Those Who Saved the World” monument to remember all the heroes who died during the incident.
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