Kyiv, Ukraine
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Population 3,275,000 (UA)
History
It is believed that Kyiv or Kiev was founded in the late 9th century. The origin of the city is obscured by legends, one of which tells about a founding-family consisting of a Slavic tribe leader Kyi, the eldest, his brothers Schek and Khoriv, and also their sister Lybid, who founded the city.
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Kyiv is the capital and the largest city of Ukraine, located in the north central part of the country on the Dnieper River. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational, and cultural centre of Eastern Europe. It is home to many high-tech industries, higher education institutions and world-famous historical landmarks. The city has an extensive infrastructure and highly developed system of public transport, including the Kiev Metro. The city's name is said to derive from the name of Kyi, one of its four legendary founders.
Prayer Points
Pray for staff who have a heart for urban missions and vision for new ministries.
Pray for the many needy families in the region and the greater part of Kyiv.
Pray for the street children who take to the street because of atrocities at home.
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