Lvov is the heart and soul of the Western Ukraine with a population of over 1 million.Prince Danylo built this city in 1256 and named it after his son Lev ("lion").The history of L’viv (known also as Lviv, Lvov, Lwow and Lemberg) is the history of Europe. From early nomadic tribes, the great dynasties of the Middle Ages and the regional superpowers of their times, all have left their legacy in the culture, architecture and heritage of the city.Located at a crossroad of major routes from East to West and from North to South, L’viv was a natural stopping point for troops of knights of different crowns and pilgrims of different religions. The Lvov Region is the main tourist centre of the Western Ukraine. Here you can see monuments of different epochs. On the territory of the Lviv Region there are ski centres of the European level in Slavskoye and Tysovets. Lvov of today is a city where past meets future. Historical streets are full of people hurrying to find their place in modern Europe. Heroes from monuments look down at the students filling up cafes, bars and restaurants. Visitors to Lvov stroll through beautiful parks, relax in the hotels or get ready to see “Swan Lake” at the Opera House, considered to be one of the most beautiful in Europe.