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Remeber About Security!

If you have already made up your mind to undertake an interesting and memorable trip to the capital city of Ukraine, please, try to find a time to read essential security tips we offer and feel at your ease.

They say that Ukrainians can spot a foreigner from kilometers away, but you shouldn't worry about this alone making you the target of criminals. But the city-center of Kiev is quite a safe area. Crime in respect of foreigners adds up with pick pocketing and cheating in the markets. It is mainly due to the fact that offensive weapons are illegal both to have and carry in public.

In order to avoid pick pocketing, one should keep any valuables, important documents and money in a safe place and not to flaunt in public. A special money holder can be a good choice.

There are some security points that one should remember to be safe in Kiev.

First, upon your arriving check your luggage and other belongings. If something is missing do not hesitate to contact an airport or train station officials.

Second, keep your bags and pockets closed and try to store important documents or money in a safe place. Wear valuables only in special holders for travelers.

Third, Ukrainian people still are highly homophobic. Keep your behavior straight-acting and wear men's clothes. Never try to make acquaintace with guys in the street, it may have dramatic consequences for you. So called gay-scene in Kiev and other big cities could be also dangerous, because local police visit such discos to obtain personal information for black mail of gay people in the future. The criminal gangs often attack these places as well - to get money and valuable things from the gay visitors.

If you happen to be a victim of a crime, it's necessary to immediately contact the nearest consulate and report the crime to the local police.