Snake Island

This island is considered to be the most important in the Black Sea. Its location designated in the Odessa region Kiliya district. It is situated village White. Despite the fact that the island is difficult for a comfortable life, the village has its own post, museum, and even a formal bank branch.

History of Snake Island

Until today, historians and archaeologists do not cease to study the island before them constantly reveals new facts and evidence. According to the legend, the appearance of the island, we must thank the goddess Thetis. That she picked up from the deep bottom of the sea this land. The island was intended for her son Achilles.

Here was built the temple of Achilles-Pontarha in 8-6 century BC To date, the Serpentine has gone through a long history of the Roman Empire, Byzantium, Ottoman, Russian and even was part of Romania.

Today Snake takes a lot of tourists. Holidaymakers prefer relaxing on the beach, which is called a joke "female". The bright sun and warm sea every year delight holidaymakers.