Chernivtsi is located in western Ukraine, on the upper part of the Prut River. The city is considered a major cultural center in Western Ukraine. It is home to many cultural and scientific centers such as museums, universities, scientific research centers, and theaters. The city was a prominent destination for studying in Ukraine, but it has turned into a tourist destination in recent times, especially for lovers of archaeological and historical sites The city contains a number of ancient monumental buildings, cathedrals, castles, palaces, statues, and wooden houses. The city also includes a central square in its center, which includes many old buildings built in the Romanesque and Byzantine style. The city is not without natural places and green spaces, as it includes a number of botanical gardens, nature reserves, zoos and others.