On the northeastern outskirts of the village of Bochechky in Konotop district lies the park of Princess Lvova — a garden and park art monument covering almost 15 hectares. It was established by the local Lvov princes in 1783 as a formal park with an axial composition, and over two centuries it gradually transformed into a landscape park. In the middle of the park stands a two-story palace built in 1866 in the neoclassical style.
Estate of the Lvov Princes
The Lvov princes owned Bochechky from the late 18th century. The park, laid out in 1783, initially had a clear formal design: straight alleys, axes, and symmetry. Over time, the trees grew, and the park acquired the features of a landscape park. In 1866, a two-story neoclassical palace was built within it, popularly known as Princess Lvova’s palace.
What Grows in the Park
The park’s core consists of oak-maple-linden plantings. Individual Scots pines and lindens have survived since the park’s founding, so they are over two hundred years old. The park was granted the status of a garden and park art monument on January 28, 2003. It is maintained by the local community and the Konotop Agroforestry Enterprise, part of whose territory is included in the park.
Nearby
Bochechky lie in the Seim valley, near the regional landscape park “Seimsky”, which includes the Bochechansky reserve. The trip can easily be combined with Konotop: the Ascension Cathedral, the local history museum, and the Drahomyrov estate museum.
How to Get There
Bochechky are in Konotop district, in the Seim valley. The park is on the northeastern outskirts of the village.
What to Keep in Mind
View the palace from the outside. Before traveling to Sumy region, check the security situation and restrictions of the Sumy Regional Military Administration.
