The tiny village of Obirki is located 10 km north of Baturin. It has been known since 1650 as the Obirki farm. According to one version, the name is associated with the word "obora" - a fence for livestock. According to another version, in these places robbers often "robbed" passers-by, following to the Krupitsky monastery, which is in the neighboring village. Osich. The settlement has always been small, and by the beginning. XXI century. almost empty. The revival began in 2007, when director L. Kanter founded the Obirok Island Creative Farm on the site of an abandoned settlement. The hosts invite musicians, artists and performers here, hold film screenings, festivals, concerts and seminars.
Administrative status | village |
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Founded / first mentioned | 1650 г. |
Region | Chernihiv |