Ukraine - Ancient Crossroads, Modern Dreams

Anyone following recent developments in Eastern Europe will appreciate this ancient land that's building modern dreams. This informative video views the fabled frescoes of Kiev's Cathedral of St. Sophia and the candle-lit underground caves of the Perchersk Monastery. It shows the Shevchenko Monument, a shrine to the 19th-century poet, writer and painter, and visits the artisans who craft pysanky, painted Easter eggs. Along the way it views medieval castles, the Crimea and the heartland city of Lviv.