This square is known as an arena for sit-ins, demonstrations and political protests, and it is located in a privileged location in the heart of the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. Tourists usually visit this square due to the archaeological buildings that surround it, and this square has become a symbol of the Ukrainian movement. All the major events related to the history of Ukraine took place in this square. Al-Midan is a very beautiful area in the city. It is planted in a very organized manner, and is filled with various kinds of colorful flowers. There is also a water fountain and many statues distributed throughout the square.