Zelyony Island, Protected river island in Rostov-on-Don, Russia.
Zelyony Island is a river island located between the Don River and the Nakhichevan channel in Rostov-on-Don, featuring sandy beaches and open shorelines. The terrain consists of flat open spaces with vegetation, making it easy to explore on foot or by bike.
The island originated as a site of fishing settlements connected to nearby Kobyakovo, playing a role in traditional fishing practices along the Don River. This heritage shaped the island's identity as a working landscape for many generations.
The island serves as a natural recreation space where locals spend time walking, jogging, and enjoying outdoor activities with family throughout the year. People come here to escape the city and experience the riverbank environment.
A pontoon bridge connects the island from the Nakhichevan channel and offers free access for pedestrians and cyclists year-round. Bring comfortable shoes for walking and dress appropriately for the season you visit.
A single-track electrified railway line runs across the island from north to south, linking Razvilka and Bataisk. This rail corridor includes two water-spanning bridges that cross the channels around the island.
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