But it should be noted that the relationship between Kievan Rus and Byzantium were not limited with only cultural or religious ties. The important place was occupied by the trading and political contacts, as well as military conflicts, both between Kiev
Victory day in Ukraine
On the 9th of May 1945 Nazi Germany capitulated to Soviet Union and this day marked the end of long and bloody WW2 or Great Patriotic War as it was called in Soviet Union. Every year on this day people come to the main streets and squares of their towns and cities to congratulate veterans and give them flowers.

