Attractions of Parutyne

The ruins of the ancient Greek city of Olbia are located on the southern outskirts of the village of Parutine, on the shores of the Bug estuary. Olbia of Pontus was one of the four largest ancient polises in the northern Black Sea coast, having existed for a millennium - from the VI century. B.C. to the IV century. not. It was founded by settlers from Miletus, the transshipment point for which was the island of Borisfen (Berezan). Mentioned in & quot; History & quot; Herodotus. It reached its peak in the Hellenic period (before the first century AD), then was a Roman province, until it disappeared under the pressure of the Huns. The main altar (temenos), the central square (agora), the foundations of temples and houses, the crypts of the nobles, fragments of the citadel, defensive walls and gates, roads, etc. were found. The search for the ruins of the ancient theater, which probably lies at the bottom of the estuary, continues. In 1926, the excavation area was declared a state reserve. Today it is the National Historical and Archaeological Reserve & quot; Olbia & quot ;. A museum has been opened in the old lighthouse, where the finds made during the excavations are presented. The dungeon of the ancient crypt is available for inspection. A lapidary was also opened, which presents ancient tombstones and fragments of ancient architecture. The & quot; Muse of Olbia & quot; festival is held every year in the 20s of August.