The Mirror Stream is one for Kharkov's UNESCO protected site - try to find a person who doesn't have a picture next to this Stream. We bet you will fail!
The fountain “Zerkal’naya Struya” (The Mirror Stream) is one of the most outstanding architectural constructions in Kharkov and is under protection of UNESCO.
This arbor and fountain is located on Sums'ka street in the Victory park in front of Kharkiv National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre and is considered as the one of the symbols of Kharkov , its visiting card, one of main attractions and one of the seven wonders of the city.
According to the official version this fountain, “The Mirror Stream”, was built in 1947 by architect Korzh in honor of the Victory in World War II. By the way, not many people know that this fountain isn’t unique. This is the copy of the fountain in Kislovodsk (“Altanka”). The city legend says that “The Mirror Stream” was built by one of high-ranking Soviet official for his young lover in memory of their holiday. The fountain is one of the best architectural monuments of Kharkiv and it is listed in the Encyclopedia UNESCO. Behind the fountain there is a small yet effective park which is very pleasant to walk in, sit on its benches, have a date or a business meeting.
Now it is surrounded by small picturesque public garden, there is a pavilion from under which a mirror stream is flowing. In front of the fountain there is a beautiful ground with a flower bed, and behind it you will find romantic pond of irregular shape.
The Mirror Stream is one of the most favorite places of kharkovians to meet and rest, and on Fridays and Saturdays this is where newlyweds come to take wedding pictures. They often have to wait in a line, one couple at the time... May it rain or be dreadfully hot outside..
As far of sightseeing, this one is really entertaining. Get yourself a sandwich, sit on a bench and do some people watching for the rest of the day. You won't be disappointed.
