"To know in order to understand": "Ukraine is Ukraine" festival continues in Milan
‘Discovering to understand’—this is the very idea behind the ‘Ukraine is Ukraine’ festival, organised by the Associazione Boristene with the support of the Comune di Milano, the Regione Lombardia and Ukrainian institutions. This year, the festival spans three days, each dedicated to a specific aspect of Ukrainian culture and history.
The first day was packed with a variety of conferences, which not only captured the audience’s interest but also provided a genuine intellectual journey through time and space. Guests at the event had the opportunity to learn about prominent figures in Ukrainian history and culture. The morning session of the programme was devoted to the history of Ukraine. Professor Yaroslav Hrytsak spoke about the era of the Ukrainian hetmans, whilst Professor Kryvda presented the most prominent female figures — from the Middle Ages to the present day. Portraits of historical figures, displayed during the event, created a special atmosphere in the hall.
After the lunch break, the journey continued. Festival participants were transported to the stages of the world’s most famous theatres, where Ukrainian dancers performed, and also set off for the Sahara Desert in the footsteps of Sofia Yablonska — a tireless traveller whose books will soon be published in Italy by Infinito Edizioni.
The end of the day brought genuine emotions and smiles to the guests: a Ukrainian couple of travel bloggers showcased — and seemed to let everyone experience — the incredible beauty of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 Upcoming festival events:
