“Ohnivshchyna” is an old park in Romny covering 43 hectares, established at the end of the 19th century on the site of an oak-maple primeval forest. Here spring waters feed an artificial lake, and along the alleys grow oaks over a hundred years old. The people of Romny sometimes simply call the park “Roshcha.” About 15,000 visitors come here every year.
College Park
The park is located at the corner of Horkoho and Hetman Mazepa streets, on the territory of the Romny Agrarian College of Sumy National Agrarian University, which manages it. Ohnivshchyna received the status of a garden and park art monument in 1972. Its territory is home to more than 30 species of plants and as many species of animals.
Springs and Lake
The park’s natural springs feed the artificial lake — a favourite place of rest for the townspeople. Alleys run between old oaks and maples, making it convenient to stroll here any time of the year.
Restoration
Due to lack of care and funding, the unique landscape composition of the park is gradually deteriorating, and the ancient trees are drying out. Sumy Agrarian University, together with the Romny city authorities and college students, initiated a project to maintain and reconstruct Ohnivshchyna.
How to Get There
The park is in Romny, near the Romny College of SNAU, at the corner of Horkoho and Hetman Mazepa streets. Romny is about 110 km west of Sumy and has a railway station. Nearby are the Sula River and Zolotuha Hill.
What to Consider
Before travelling to Sumy region, check the security situation and restrictions of the Sumy Regional Military Administration.
