The Devastation of 12 Ukrainian Places Ruined by Russia

Once a land of stunning landscapes and breathtaking architecture, now left in ruins.

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Once thriving, now lies in ruins, a stark reminder of war's brutality. Russian aggression has taken a toll on this ancient city.

Luhansk

12

Saint Sophia Cathedral, a UNESCO site, heavily damaged by Russian shelling. One of Ukraine's most treasured sites, now in ruins.

Kyiv

11

Once a charming town with stunning architecture, now almost completely destroyed due to Russian aggression

Sloviansk

10

Nestled in Carpathian Mountains, this picturesque village has been reduced to rubble by Russian artillery.

Hranitne

9

A magnificent 14th-century fortress, now badly damaged by Russian bombing, a heart-wrenching loss for Ukraine.

Kamianets-Podilskyi

8

Situated on the shores of the Black Sea, this beautiful city has been devastated by a sustained Russian siege.

Mariupol

7

A bustling center of trade and culture, heavily bombed by Russian forces. The destruction wrought here is truly devastating.

Odesa

6

A town located on the banks of the Donets River, left in ruins by Russian artillery.                                                                                                        

Shchastia

5

Known for its stunning wooden architecture, has been heavily damaged by Russian shelling. 

Stanytsia Luhanska

4

Nestled in the heart of Ukraine's eastern region, now reduced to rubble by Russian artillery.

Svitlodarsk

3

A popular tourist destination on the Crimean Peninsula, annexed by Russia and now serves as a military base.

Yalta

2

Situated in the lush greenery of Ukraine's west, heavily shelled by Russian forces. A once picturesque village, now destroyed.

Zolote

1

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