Lego Unveils New Models of Ukrainian Monuments, Including Kyiv’s Golden Gate

Details of the New Models:

Kyiv Golden Gate

• • Creators: Eric Lowe and Mark Segedy from the USA, Daniel Seidl from Germany, Maciej Kotsot from Poland, Oleksandr Yermolaev from Ukraine.
  • Significance: An ancient fortification gate over a thousand years old, serving multiple roles in ancient Kyiv, including as a defense structure, front gate, and church.
  • Model Details: 31.2 cm tall, 2520 parts.

Khan Palace in Bakhchisarai

• • Creators: Same international team.
  • Significance: The main residence of the rulers of the Crimean Khanate, showcasing unique Crimean Tatar architecture from the 16th century.
  • Model Details: 20.5 cm tall, 2238 parts.

Pidhoretsky Castle

• • Creators: Same international team.
  • Significance: A Western European architectural gem built in the 17th century for recreation, featuring a landscape park, two churches, and a theater.
  • Model Details: 23.7 cm tall, 7755 parts.

Odesa National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet

• • Creators: Same international team.
  • Significance: The oldest opera house in Ukraine, opened in 1810, which survived WWII and continues to operate despite ongoing conflicts.
  • Model Details: 22.7 cm tall, 4976 parts.

Mykolaiv Astronomical Observatory

• • Creators: Same international team.
  • Significance: Founded in 1821, it is one of the oldest maritime observatories in Eastern Europe, noted for its accurate solar system observations.
  • Model Details: 20.3 cm tall, 3463 parts.