Odessa in Ukraine
Odessa, which is located off the coast of the Black Sea, is a frequently visited summer tourist destination in Ukraine. The weather is not the only drawcard for visitors, who are often more interested in what they can find beneath the scenic city. The Odessa Catacombs, a labyrinth-like network of over a thousand tunnels, are an explorers dream. Dating back to the 1700’s, the tunnels were constructed to house USSR-organised Ukranian rebel groups during World War II. While post-war life in Odessa is far more uneventful, the tunnels continue to serve as a reminder of the former hardships faced by the families from the region.
Odessa In Ukraine
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