Lvov is a city located near the Polish border in western Ukraine. It is the seventh-largest city in the country and the largest in the region of Galicia. Lvov is an important cultural, educational, and industrial center in Ukraine. It is also known for its unique architecture and vibrant nightlife. The city has a long history, having been founded in the 13th century and serving as the capital of the Kingdom of Galicia–Volhynia from 1272 to 1772.