Golden Horseshoe Castles, named for their shape on a map, constitute the most famous points of interest in the Lviv region.

On its southern edge lies the town of Zolochiv. The mighty 17th-century Castle replaced the town’s former wooden fortress. The castle courtyard contains two palaces - one in the Renaissance style and another, called the Chinese Palace, in an Oriental style. On the northern edge lies the Olesko Castle - one of Ukraine’s most picturesque castles. The castle grounds house the Lviv Art Gallery. Part of the exhibit is situated in the Capuchin Monastery opposite the castle. The arc of the Golden Horseshoe curves to the east, where the 17th-century Pidhirtsi Castle, known as the Ukrainian Versailles for its beauty. Opposite the castle there are the 18th-century St Joseph and the Exaltation of the Cross Church. Note: + 71 UAH / 4 USD / 3 EUR museum fee per person. Prices are valid for next languages: Rus/Eng. Prices for other languages are upon request. Duration of execurtion 10 hours.