On the eve of City Day, Friday, October 2, Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University will appear before residents and visitors in a new light. The historic facades, roofline of the architectural complex and entrance gate will be illuminated with exclusive lighting. The highlight of the evening will be the large-scale audiovisual art installation “CODE OF CHERNIVTSI”, projected onto the complex’s central facade.

“CODE OF CHERNIVTSI” is an artistic interpretation and visual representation of the city’s identity, shaped over generations by traditions, cultural diversity, freedom of thought, art, science and education, all of which have created new meanings. The visual narrative is designed as a journey from the city’s origins into the future.

“From the natural beauty of Bukovyna and its cultural layers to historical figures, the show gradually unfolds the themes of creativity, knowledge, innovation and progress. Light becomes a language that connects memory and knowledge, human talent and innovation — the past from which the future is born,” emphasizes lighting designer Mykola Kabluka.

Unique visual content in the form of large-scale 3D mapping will be projected onto the main facade of the Metropolitan Residence — the Metropolitan’s Palace. The light show will last approximately six minutes and will be presented in a continuous loop.

The audiovisual art installation “CODE OF CHERNIVTSI” is supported by patrons: the construction company “Yarkovytsia” and the “Taistra Group” chain of grocery stores and discount supermarkets. The project is being implemented with the support of Chernivtsi Mayor Roman Klichuk and Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University.

Residents and visitors will be able to enjoy “CODE OF CHERNIVTSI” from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM over three days, October 2–4.

Access to the university’s central avenue will be free of charge, subject to compliance with the established rules for staying on the premises.