There are an extraordinary number of myths associated with the extraordinarily beautiful Crimean Peninsula. Many of these myths are believed not only by the general public, but also by journalists and international relations experts. One of my personal favorites involves the heroic rescue of Iphigenia, daughter of King Agamemnon, who was meant to be sacrificed to the goddess Artemis to ensure success in his war expedition to Troy. Thankfully, the goddess intervened and brought Iphigenia to the enchanting land of Tauris, now known as Crimea.