The Dniester estuary (Ukraine)

The Dniester estuary, located on the territory of Odessa region in Ukraine. The word "estuary" is translated as "harbour" and the name of the Dniester estuary fully justified. Its length is about 40 kilometers on the territory of Ukraine, he takes the 4th place among the largest bodies of water. Deep-water estuary is, its average depth is about 1.2 meters.

The history of

Education of estuary occurred due to the fact that the Black sea level rose and moved towards the Dnieper. It happened about 2 thousand years ago. According to historians the earliest settlement in this area belonged to Greeks.

This region had another name – Biloberezhzhya, which gave him the Rosses. According to legend, this place was the burial known in Ancient Greece poet named Ovid. It was located near lake Kunduk. But, due to the construction of the Danube-Dnieper irrigation system it has been desalinated.

The Dniester Liman in the earlier period was called – Ovidio the lake. Currently, from the sea Liman is separated scythe of sand, which is called Bugaz. In this place are luxury resorts. To the sea, the estuary is associated Tsaregradskiy mouth. It in former times served as a Parking lot for ships.

Flora and fauna

This area is ideal for those who like active rest and nature. Popular fishing. In the fresh water of the estuary consists of about 70 species of fish. And in the salty parts of it is possible to catch crayfish. On the Western and Eastern banks to meet Heron and mute swans. Arrive on wintering ducks, loons and pelicans. A large variety of living creatures, raises the temptation to go hunting. But shooting in this area is prohibited. Along the coast of the estuary gardens, with a variety of fruits and vineyards. It should be noted that this area has grown there are herbs that have medicinal properties.

Settlements

A large number of settlements located on the banks of the estuary. Of the major cities, it is worth noting - Ochakov, Nikolaev, Odessa and Ovidiopol'. Lower Dniester national nature Park is situated on the Northern slopes of the Dniester estuary. For Ukraine it is of great importance, but also for Europe. This is explained by the health, recreational, environmental and scientific activities.

Akkerman fortress is the largest historical structure, which could in good condition to survive to our time. Its construction took place from the 13th to the 15th century.

The tributaries of the estuary

A large number of ferry crossings routed through the estuary. Navigation and navigable setting mode follow the regulations according to local regulations. In winter at very low temperatures the water in the estuary may at some time to freeze.

It is worth noting that in different places the chemical composition of water is different. The Dniester river, the mouth of which is located in the Carpathian mountains, is one of the most important rivers which are located in Ukraine and it flows into the Dniester estuary.

The therapeutic properties of the estuary

By mixing air flows from the desert and from the sea, the Dniester estuary is famous for its recreational and tourism opportunities. Because of melkovodnoe Bay the water is warming quite fast, thereby making the swimming season much longer than in the Black sea.

Due to dissolution of minerals and organic substances, the dirt that is on the bottom of the estuary, has a healing effect. It helps in treating many skin diseases and even help to cope with psoriasis. For this reason, on the coast of the estuary are a large number of sports centres and tourist bases, boarding houses for children, rest homes and sanatoriums. The most popular resort for treatment is the Carolina – Bugaz.