Overview
Donetsk is the unofficial capital of the Donets Basin (Donbass) region, the most industrialized part of Ukraine. It was founded in 1869 by Welsh businessman John Hughes, who established coal mines and a steel mill, leading to the town of Yuzovka.
Architecture · Budget Travel · History · Museums
Before you go
Safety
Donetsk is in an active conflict zone. All travel is strongly discouraged.
Transport
Donetsk International Airport destroyed in 2014. Train service unreliable.