Ivanova Gora is the historic core of Poltava and the best observation platform of the city. More than eleven centuries on a high hill above the river Vorskla stood the citadel of the annalistic settlement Ltava. The first information about the strengthening of the scientists were found in the Hypatian Codex, Dating from 1174, Later in its place was erected the earthen Poltava fortress that played in the 17th century an important role in the battle with the Swedish troops.

At Poltava Ivanova hill is a complex of architectural attractions, each of which has the status of a business card of the city. Cathedral square since 2005 adorns the restored Dormition Cathedral, followed by the estate Museum of the famous Ukrainian writer Ivan Kotlyarevsky. In his honor, the hill got its name. The manor complex includes: the well-crane, barn, shed, house writer - a typical Ukrainian room with a bedroom, living room, front room and kitchen.

Here, on Ivanova Gora, is adored by tourists and locals the white rotunda (1909), which became one of the brightest symbols of Poltava. On the rotunda parting words are carved by I. Kotlyarevsky. Another significant Ivanova Gora monument and a symbol of the modern city is the monument of Poltava dumplings, which was opened on the birthday of the most famous native of Poltava region – N. In. Gogol.

With Ivanova mountains offer a beautiful view of the town of Poltava. Right - the mountain Institute, a left - Gora Monastyrskaya, below is the city and the river Vorskla, and on a nearby hill - Holy cross monastery of the XVII-XIX centuries.

Ivanova Gora is an ancient and valuable attraction of Poltava, and Ukraine.