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Samosad

A community-made garden in the heart of Podil
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About Samosad

Samosad is a small green square in Podil that was created by local residents. What used to be an empty, abandoned lot has turned into a cozy garden with flowerbeds, herb patches and wooden loungers.

There’s a clear rule here: quiet only. No loud music, parties or speakers. Samosad is meant for calm time outdoors — reading, working on a laptop, relaxing in the shade or just being around plants. There are also beds with herbs, vegetables and flowers that local volunteers look after.

What you can do here:

  • Relax on loungers or right on the grass
  • Join a talk or workshop organised by local activists
  • Help with gardening and look after the plants (with prior agreement)

Samosad is just a 10-minute walk from Kontraktova Ploshcha metro station.

Photos: prostir.ua website

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