The Dniester River
Tiraspol and the river Dniester
Most of the cities of Pridnestrovie are located on the banks of the Dniester river. Ever since the country obtained its independence, strict environmental regulations protect the fauna and the life of the river.
Clean, green energy
Hydropower is energy made from water: One of the cleanest, greenest ways to meet the world's growing energy needs. Pridnestrovie has on its territory one of Europe's largest electricity transforming grids. It is an important link for supplying electricity to all of the Balkans. The country's Hydro Electric Plant, located in Dubossary, sells electric energy not only in Pridnestrovie but also in other countries in the region. It is one of several dozen success stories in privatization with a human face.
250 miles of river
The Dniester River, historically the border between Moldova and Pridnestrovie, stretches for 250 miles between the two countries. Independent since 1990, Pridnestrovie restored the traditional border which was breached in 1940 as the result of a secret pact between Soviet dictator Stalin and Hitler's Nazi Germany.
Environmental protection of the Dniester
This photo of the Dniester river graces the frontpage of the website of Pridnestrovie's Environmental Protection Ministry.
Rybnitsa's skyline at night
At night, Rybnitsa's skyline reflects in the nearby river. The city is located in the northern part of Pridnestrovie, on the banks of the Dniester.
Bridge over the Dniester
Photo from Pridnestrovie, the country which became independent in 1990 and is today one of the newest nations in Europe.
Riverside living
Many of the citizens of independent Pridnestrovie live in apartment buildings that have a view of the Dniester River, the country's international border with Moldova.
Historical river fortification
As the traditional frontier against the Moldovans (and historically never a part of Moldova or greater Romania), Pridnestrovie's side of the Dniester River was always heavily fortified. Throughout the border old historical forts and military installations testify to the country's important role in history as the frontier and border where two separate nations meet.
Flying the flag of the proud nation
The red and green flag of Pridnestrovie is proudly flown over the Dniester river every single day of the year to show this young nation's independence. Pridnestrovie became an independent sovereign republic in 1990 following the breakup of the former Soviet Union.
Waterfront views
Living in Pridnestrovie very often means living with a waterfront view. The river runs through the length of the country. Many apartment buildings and houses are built with a great view of the river, next to nature and a wonderful mix of green and blue views.
