The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

In the very heart of Ukrainian lands, where every speck of soil is permeated with the spirit of the great poet and thinker, lies a unique corner of nature - the "Homeland of Taras Shevchenko" reserve. It is a place where the soul of the poet has forever merged with the unique beauty of Ukrainian nature, where every bush, every tree, every path tells of the greatness and pride of the nation.

Here, every visitor can feel themselves a part of the great epic, pay homage to the memory of the great son of the Ukrainian people, and immerse themselves in the boundless depth of his creativity. The Taras Shevchenko reserve is a sanctuary that preserves the spiritual heritage of the nation and reminds us of the greatness and significance of every word and deed in the name of the native land.

In the local surroundings, it's as if time has stood still, with cottages plastered with straw roofs, modest living, and picturesque nature.

The state historical and cultural reserve was founded in 1992. The complex includes three villages: Budishcha, Shevchenkove, and Morintsy, where Taras spent his childhood and youth. Thanks to the joint efforts of local historians and skilled craftsmen, most of the exhibits in the reserve have been restored according to Shevchenko's own sketches. Restorers managed to restore Shevchenko's parental home, which now warmly welcomes guests.

Today, you can see more than 7,800 museum exhibits here, including personal belongings of Shevchenko and his family, sculptures, utensils, paintings, sketches, and first editions of Taras Hryhorovych's works, a well, as well as his mother's grave.

Kobzar tomb of mother

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”

The reserve “Motherland of Taras Shevchenko”