Kiev Fortress is a monumental complex of former Russian fortresses from the 17th-19th centuries. The complex is one of the largest preserved fortresses in Europe. Visitors can see a unique permanent exhibition of artillery history "From Core to Projectile" and the only collection of automatic weapons in Europe.

The National Historical-Architectural Museum is located in the hospital block and includes three museum exhibitions that tell the story of the Kiev Fortress and the history of fortifications in Ukraine from the Trypillya culture to the early 20th century. Artefacts, events and biographies reflect the history of national liberation movements in Ukraine, which are closely linked to the fortifications. They underline the Ukrainian desire for freedom from the "Revolution on Granite" (student protests against the USSR in 1990) to the "Revolution of Dignity" (upheaval in Ukraine in 2014) and the current events in the defence of Kiev against the Russian invasion since 2022.

Membership of FORTE CULTURA will help to attract more visitors to Kyiv and raise awareness of the Kyiv Fortress. The National Historical and Architectural Museum "Kyiv Fortress" was looking forward to becoming part of this unique cultural route to share the beauty and history of Kyiv Fortress with a wider audience.

As a European cultural route, FORTE CULTURA helps to preserve the important cultural heritage of fortress monuments and make it accessible to everyone. The fortresses of many eras, once built as military defences, are now places of peace and culture for all people. They tell the story of Europe and serve as a reminder of the devastating consequences of countless wars.

Due to the current situation during the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine, membership is free of charge for Fortress Kiev. FORTE CULTURA stands for freedom, democracy and the rule of law and condemns war and violence. #War belongs into museum

To the FORTE CULTURA fundraising campaign for the member fortresses in Ukraine.