This afternoon we will be exploring Ukrainian culture and language; it belongs to the Indo-European language family and uses the Cyrillic alphabet. Participants will learn some Ukrainian vocabulary whilst also discovering an important aspect of Ukrainian culture: Petrykivka painting. This decorative style has been part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013 and boasts a tradition stretching back over 200 years. Initially, it was used mainly to decorate the walls of houses, but later also came to be applied to many everyday objects. Whether you’re interested in the language, seeking artistic inspiration or simply enjoy cultural exchange – everyone is warmly welcome.
Approach
At Merano train station take either the bus no. 1 or bus no. 4 and get off at the Elisabeth Park stop at via Cavour. From there it is a five-minute walk to via Ortwein.