💙💛Liverpool before Eurovision/ Ukraine Tribute 💙💛
Superlambanana on Tithebarn Street painted in Ukrainian national flag colours ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest. Liverpool are hosting the event on behalf of Ukraine, the winners of the 2022 Kalush Orchestra . The contest was moved due to Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbouring country. The Soloveiko Songbird - nightingale in English - is the national bird of Ukraine and a symbol of song and happiness. 12 The Soloveiko Songbird from different Ukrainian regions have travelled to Liverpool, bringing their songs and stories to EuroFestival. For example. The Soloveiko (below) came to Liverpool from sunny Crimea, the peninsula in the southernmost part of Ukraine. Crimea is a historical land of Crimean Tatars, a place of enchanting beauty and deep historical significance. It’s famous for its rugged cliffs, crystal-clear waters, picturesque landscapes and wineries. Floating Earth (above, top left), by artist Luke Jerram, uses detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s s...