Kiev, also known as Kyiv, is the capital city of the Kievan Rus. It is located in the Ruthenia (or Kievan Rus) region of eastern Europe.
In Vikings[]
The Rus' main stronghold was Kiev, Ukraine's capital. It in introduced in Season 6 when Ivar was traveling on the Silk Road. Eventually he meets Prince Oleg, the prince of Kiev. In one episode, Ivar and Oleg fly over the city with a balloon. This scene makes it clear just how big and impenetrable the majestic city was.