Not only individual regions of Kiev have their patrons, some streets can also boast of their own protectors. Gargoyle from the house № 8, one of these patrons, “looks after” Velyka Zhytomyrska str. from the facade. According to a legend gargoyle is a dragonsnake which lived in France, in the river Seine. It used to erupt water with immense force turning over ships and flooding houses. After moving to Kiev, granny-gargoyle has softened its noxious character and now you can even see her smile. )

There are several theories as to why this statue was put here. Some say the architect Bobrusov being proud of his work wanted to show his gratitude to thoughtful citizens who admired his house.