What sights to see in the Crimea by car?

In 2014, the number of Russian tourist attractions significantly increased. Crimea returned to the country's treasury many interesting places, natural monuments and human hands.

Going on your own to the Crimea by car, you must definitely add beautiful places to the list that are worth visiting on the peninsula. Most of them are located along the coast, some are located in the large cities of Crimea.

The age of the city named after Sevastopol is more than two millennia. Some buildings of past centuries have survived to the present day. The remains of ancient Chersonesus are carefully guarded by the attendants of the museum. The ruins of the buildings make it possible to talk about the strong fortifications that protected the city. On the two-row walls stood an observation tower. Enemies could only approach the fortress.

Khersones near Sevastopol has two more strongholds. Kalamita fortress appeared in the Middle Ages, it was intended to protect trade routes. From high cliffs overlooking the road leading from the middle of the peninsula to the coastal city. Several buildings have survived from those times, including part of the tower and fortifications, and at the foot of the cliff are the caves of the monastery.

Chembalo Fortress - Another interesting place left by our ancestors, where it is worth taking a walk. Numerous wars destroyed most of the once impregnable fortifications.

Crimean territory was attacked by enemies. “Tidbit” tried to conquer numerous nations. Since then, many monuments have been preserved in Sevastopol.Some of them remind of the Crimean War, others - of the Great Patriotic War.

The heroic defense of Sevastopol is represented by a panorama. The defenders of the city had to sink their own ships in order to block the path of the enemy in the harbor. Wrecks today are a monument on a cliff protruding from the depths of the sea. Admiral Nakhimov, the mastermind and leader of the military events, "closely watching" the city from his high pedestal.

Dedicated to the Heroes of the Great Patriotic War diorama "Storm on Sapuna Mountain" and a sculpture of a soldier with a sailor. In addition, a huge number of beautiful buildings, squares and gardens have been preserved within the city walls.

Yalta has been known as a resort town since the 19th century. After the Crimean War, peoples began to quickly settle on the coastal territory. It soon became clear that the local climate has a beneficial effect on human health. The healing air, combined with the bright sun and warm sea, allows hundreds of thousands of vacationers today to improve their health.

A rare city in the world is able to compete with the Yalta beauty. In this wonderful resort city, which stretches along the coastline for several tens of kilometers, a huge number of resorts, guest houses, private hotels, villas and mansions are built.

Of particular interest are ancient buildings. Massandra Palace "Grew" surrounded by dramatic rocks and majestic grottoes. Once it belonged to the royal family of the Romanovs. With round towers, balconies and spiers decorated with sculptures, the palace resembles a medieval castle.

By car from Yalta you can get to the Alupka Palace, no less attractive from the side of architecture.

And yet the castle is considered the most interesting, significant and original. "Bird home". The miniature structure is clearly visible both from land and from the sea. He “stuck” to the rock, like the nest of swallows, hence the name.

They cover the entire coast of Crimea. Both local flora and rare plants brought from other regions of the world grow in them. Parks and walking paths lead to natural and artificial ponds, to cozy gazebos, fountains and sculptures. On the air is soft and pleasant. It calms the nervous system, helps improve health, especially for people suffering from pulmonary diseases.

The history of Crimea cannot do without mentioning the Crimean Khanate. Several centuries ago, not only the peninsula, but also part of modern Ukraine belonged to the Crimean Tatars. Nowadays, the indigenous population settled in the former capital of the Khanate - Bakhchisarai.

The most interesting attraction is Khan's palace. It is the only one in the world built in the style of Crimean Tatar architecture. Museum expositions tell about the life and political structure of the khanate. Fountain of tears, located on the territory of the palace, is sung by the great Pushkin in the poem "Bakhchisarai Fountain".

Other interesting places worth adding to the Crimea guide include: Assumption Monastery and Chufut-Kale (cave city).

A visit to Bakhchisarai gives tourists the opportunity to taste the dishes of Tatar national cuisine, take part in the tea ceremony.

The village of Koktebel gained fame for the quality of wines and brandies produced at the local factory. There were no early settlements on the site of the modern village. Perhaps the reason is the old volcano. Gemstones are now found on the mountain, including onyx, opal, sardonyx and others.

At the foot of the volcano is another maritime attraction - Golden Gate. Rising from the sea, the cliffs formed a kind of natural arch. Every visitor considers it a duty to swim under it and take a picture on the background of a natural monument.

It is noticed that in the center of Koktebel they love to appear flocks of dolphins. There are a lot of fish and other marine animals, which may be why fishing in local waters is prohibited.

This mountain complex, which has become a geological monument of nature, is worthy to visit on its territory. It is located near the city of Alushta. The area is used for horse riding, ATV rides, as well as for hiking.

At the foot is a monument inside the monument. The fact is that it was here that some scenes from the famous film "Prisoner of the Caucasus" were shot. Anyone can see the stone on which the heroine allegedly jumped during the dance, as well as Nikulin's oak.

You can meet soon after the start of the ascent. Ghost valleycreated from high cliffs formed by the wind. The next way is a kind of climbing path for lovers of climbing.

History and military buffs will appreciate the 825 GTS, also called Cold War Museum In fact, this is the place where submarines are created underground in the mountains of Balaklava.

The building was designed to withstand an atomic bomb with a capacity of up to 100 thousand tons. Inside is a canal, an iPod dock and a workshop where repairs were made. Here, boats built according to 613 and 633 projects could take refuge, a place for storing ammunition was supposed.

Nikitsky Botanical Garden can be considered both an architectural and a natural monument. He is also attributed to one of the most frequently visited attractions in the Crimea.

The garden was created on the initiative of Emperor Alexander I, who personally allocated 20 thousand rubles annually for the construction. At one time, this place became the first experimental garden object in the southern part of Russia.

The main goal here was to grow useful decorative patterns collected in Europe. It was assumed that they will be distributed on the Crimean peninsula. As a result, the collection grew, multiplied and developed. Soon, the garden became the place where experiments were conducted on growing tobacco, and then vegetables.

Over time, the Nikitsky Botanical Garden replaced many directors and owners, until at the beginning of the twentieth century he began to die due to lack of funding. Only the wine industry survived relatively well.

Today Nikita Botanical Garden can be visited by anyone. In addition to the main huge park, you can visit the constantly held exhibitions of decorative flowers, butterflies and cacti. Winemaking has survived, but getting into the tasting room is extremely difficult.

The Golitsyn family played a significant role in the life of the Crimean peninsula. Various events in the area are associated with people who have such a name. The trail, called "Golitsyn", was created with the advent of Nicholas II. The tsar planned to visit a paradise village, to see Lev Sergeyevich and his family. The prince bought land for the development of winemaking.

Today this city is called the New World.

The path along which the Tsar and Prince Golitsyn walked was carved on Mount Koba-Kaya. It stretches for more than 5 kilometers. At a specified distance there are several historical and natural monuments. For example, there is a large grotto, which was formed under the influence of sea waves. Golitsyn used it to store created drinks.

Further along the route are numerous bays, where pirates and smugglers once hid.

The Crimean peninsula is a lot of ancient fortresses accessible to residents and guests of the region. One of these structures is the Kerch fortress. It is believed that its first part appeared at the end of the XVIII century.

Over time, the building was rebuilt and strengthened many times, and by the time of the Crimean War the batteries consisted of 20 guns. However, as a result of land threats, it was decided to destroy almost everything that was in the Kerch fortress. In Soviet times, there was a warehouse of equipment and ammunition for the fleet. A special terrain was used to place a disciplinary battalion.

Despite the fact that the construction was given considerable attention, part of its dungeons remains to be fully explored.

Those who are much more interested in nature than ancient buildings should visit this monument. The complex is located in the mountains of the Kirov region and stretches over 40 acres.

If you go towards the Old Crimea, you can see stone ridge several kilometers long. It is called Agarmysh, in the vicinity of which is the famous forest.

It is best to visit this place in the fall, because it is at this time of year that the beauty of the forest is most fully revealed. Of course, in winter and summer, the object also has a special charm.

Agarmyshsky forest reaches the highest density in the tract Volchiy Yar, as well as in the area of ​​Sychev. He managed to achieve such a state in 200 years of his existence. Most often here you can find Crimean beech, eastern hornbeam, oaks among the vegetation. In addition, ordinary plants such as ash, maple or linden grow.

The local flora is rich in numerous shrubs, dogwood is found in the forest, hazel, sumy and hawthorn grow. The southern slopes are covered with barberry, rosehip and blackberry.

There are enough places on the peninsula where you can go with your children. Together with my family it’s interesting to ride in the breeze water park, which is located in Alushtaor visit Dolphinarium in Partenit.

Entertainment for children is presented in a large assortment in Yevpatoriya, because this resort is not in vain called "family". The infrastructure of the city is designed in such a way that neither adults nor children are bored.

In 2014, a water park was finally built in the city center. Previously, tourists had to go to an institution located a few kilometers from the city along the highway. Now you can walk to the water park and spend all day in it.

There is also a huge aquarium, a dolphinarium, a multipark, cinemas with cartoons, as well as a huge selection of all kinds of attractions on the promenade and in the parks, bike rental.

When drawing up a route for a vacation, you need to understand the difference between the Southern coast of Crimea and other parts. From the south, almost all beaches are pebbled, the infrastructure is poorly developed in some places.

If you want the child to not only sunbathe and swim, but also to develop, then it is better to go to Sevastopol, where all the most interesting places that glorify Crimea are based.

Usually, children are interested in ancient karst caves with unpronounceable Tatar names. The most visited - Emine-Bair-Khosar or the mammoth cave, which is located on the territory of the Crimean nature reserve.

Recently opened zoo and park of lions "Taigan" or a safari park in Belogorsk (Crimea, Belogorsk district, Belogorsk, 1 Lavandovaya street) are very intricately arranged. This is a territory without enclosures, on which lions and other representatives of cats roam.

Here visitors move along bridges located at a safe height, which allows them to see even those predators who tried to hide. A popular pastime is feeding meat to animals.

Be sure to include the Crimean palaces in the program. The most famous - Vorontsovsky, Livadia, Massandra and The Swallow's Nest.

There are parks in Crimea, the largest "Banana Republic" in Yalta - budget option compared to European counterparts.

In addition to all this, there are also Wellness centers with special programs. The third type of children's holiday on the coast is camping, he is for the most daring. Spartan conditions: a tent, a sleeping bag, a dry closet and a dining room on the territory where families cook their own meals in pots over a fire.

Despite the difficulties, this type of recreation is popular with parents whose children love outdoor activities. Mass events related to orienteering, swimming, rowing, self-construction of houses from scrap metal, evening bonfires - all this will make children's vacations unforgettable.

You can take advantage of the popular tour, which begins with an excursion to Tauric Chersonesos - ancient city and museum under the sky. Chersonesos was founded in the V century BC. e. the Greek invaders. For centuries, it was controlled by the Greeks, Romans, and Byzantines.

On the second day, you should go camping cape fiolent - one of the pearls of the Crimean peninsula. This is a paradise with incredibly beautiful cliffs and many wild and public beaches on the Black Sea. There is a beautiful garden right on the side of the mountain, and there is the opportunity to stay overnight in the camp.

Or on the second day you can take a walk on the historical part of Balaclava and visit the city museum.

After that, go to the mountains, climb the hill to see Genoese fortress of the XIV century. The beautiful landscape of the ruins of the citadel and its watchtowers still makes you feel the strength of this ancient city and its warriors.

After lunch, you must definitely go on a trip on a yacht along the cliffs of the coast of the Crimean peninsula to the second camping camp in the Ayazma nature reserve.

On the third day it’s worth planning trekking along the path to Kush-Kaya Mountain. On the way you can see the ruins Church of St. Elijah, blooming peonies, breathtaking cliffs and a very beautiful panoramic view of the Southern coast of Crimea. If you have enough time, it’s better to devote the rest of the day to studying the Crimean mountains, so the best option would be Trekking to the Temple of the Sun and Mount Ilyas Kaya.

On the fifth day of a family trip, the first stop will be monument to soviet partisanswho during the Second World War fought with the Nazi army. From here you can move along the river to a beautiful waterfall to relax there and swim. Next stop - Rodnikovoe village and Skelsky menhirs - vertical stone pillars, the purpose of which is still unknown.

On the last day of travel, it's better to go on a sightseeing tour of the stone city of Eski-Kermen, whose name translates as "stone fortress." The city was founded in the VI century. It is surrounded by steep cliffs and narrow passages that lead to its streets, which were previously guarded by watch towers and other fortifications. The settlement was defeated in the XIII century by the army of the Mongols.

Each tourist list of the best attractions may vary depending on their own preferences. It is not necessary to watch other people's routes, you can build it yourself by car.

Ghost Valley - The unique stone beauty created by time and weather. Under their influence, stone giants have been formed for millennia, exciting the imagination of local residents and tourists. This is one of the most popular destinations for excursions in the Crimea.

Definitely worth a visit and "Chaos Stone". At the beginning there was a powerful earthquake, which left behind huge stone blocks weighing several tons, prompting the then settlers to go in search of another place to settle.

Enjoys no less popularity and Fortress Funa. Most of the built routes lead to the historical ruins of Funa, the construction of which began in the 13th century. It was a kind of princely family castle of Theodoro, and was used as a border fortification on the small Silk Road.

Another tour is historical and architectural monuments of Sudak, including the Museum of Torture on the territory of the Genoese fortress, where you can not only listen to what weapons were used, but also personally pose in front of the camera as a smiling “victim”.

Most excursions are aimed at visiting "Fountain of Youth."

Among popular tourist destinations "Broken heart" - a cleft, which, according to rumors, is able to fulfill wishes, if they are voiced aloud here.

Must be included in the trip hike to the eastern slope of Mount Demerdzhi. Some horseback riding routes pass through a picturesque area, bypassing Bykhalova rock. Strawberry fields appear before my eyes. It is easy to plunge into the aroma of a pine forest, and then enjoy a cascade of waterfalls.

Beech forest - Also included in the list of routes demanded today. What is remarkable about this place is the fact that there are so tall trees that even three people cannot hug the trunk of one tree.

Next is to go on the plateau of South Demerdzhi, where you can discover a unique panorama of local landscapes and the entire coast from Sudak to Yalta.

Crab stream - This is another attraction that is worth attention when organizing your own route through the territory of Crimea. An amazing fact - this stream in winter and summer maintains the same water temperature.

If you want to see Greek medieval burials, then you need to go to the Maubi Valley. Although it is located above sea level, only 700 meters away, the perception is completely different. When looking down, it seems that you are above the clouds, and when looking up, it seems that the top remains inaccessible.

Silver Waterfall - No less popular tourist destination. This cascade descends to 350 meters and is considered one of the most beautiful Crimean waterfalls. An architect named nature paved the way for water, creating grottoes and caves along the route. First, mountain barriers have to be overcome, and closer to the sea the river calms down and delights with a measured course.

The waterfall is surrounded by a valley of snowdrops, which looks unimaginably during abundant flowering. It seems that there is a snow cover on the surface of the earth, in fact, delicate flower petals create this feeling. Beauty and aroma cannot be described - it seems that it smells like a fairy tale.

The road to Crimea depends on where the movement starts from.Passenger car is one of the most convenient means of transportation. As an example, take the most common route starting from Moscow.

To move in the right direction you need to leave to the M4 highway. Direction of travel towards Voronezh, slightly rounding the city. Further it will be required to get to Rostov, but not entering the city, but again going around it.

After the sign "Kislyakovskaya" the road turns off, you need to get to the station of the same name. Further, the movement is carried out at the following destinations:

• Leningrad;
• Kanevskaya;
• Timashevsk;
• Slavyansk-on-Kuban;
• Temryuk;
• Port Caucasus.

As soon as we passed the traffic police post located in Ilyich, you need to focus on the pointer where it will be written Sea port.

Previously, it was necessary to cross along with passenger transport on the Crimean coast by ferry, today a specially created bridge is actively working for this. Travel on it is free.

After entering the peninsula, you can get to any of the cities. There are numerous signs on the tracks in extreme cases, you should load a map into the navigator.

At any time, Crimea was very popular. Today, a lot of efforts are aimed at improving the infrastructure of the peninsula. Here you can enjoy not only the aroma of unique flowers, which are plentiful in the summer, but also the clear sea, beaches, picturesque nature.

In Crimea, there are several resort areas that are worth visiting when organizing an independent trip: southern beaches, southeast, west, east coast, Sevastopol and other cities. Each zone has its own characteristics and attractions.

Southern beaches stretch along the coast from Alushta to Foros. According to travelers reviews on their car, this region has a good infrastructure, more tours are organized here.

You can swim in the sea from the end of spring until mid-autumn. It also happens that in July the northern cold wind begins to prevail, which must be taken into account when traveling with children.

The coast from the southeast side stretching from Feodosia to Alushta will delight not only with amazingly clean air and water. They note that the mountains here are not so steep and high, so you can go to conquer the whole family.

The wonderful nature in this region and the popular Alushta circus appeal to tourists of all ages. On the territory of Feodosia there are many health resorts that are famous for unique wellness programs. Many are attracted by the large local beach.

The Kerch Peninsula is located in the east. Its feature is that the territory is washed immediately by two seas: Black and Azov. However, motorists say that you should not wait while driving through local attractions for attractive landscapes, since they are not here, as in other parts.

Golden beaches are located in the west of Crimea, there are always a lot of enthusiastic reviews about them. They note that there is enough space for everyone, since there is a huge multi-kilometer territory with wonderful coarse sand. The relief is mostly flat, without sharp rocky formations.

Most of the attention on this side attracts Evpatoria city with its springs and healing mudthat have no equal in the whole world.

It is best to come here on vacation with children, the sea always remains calm.

In general, going on a trip on your own, as a rule, there are no problems with movement. The roads on the peninsula are well organized, there are all the necessary signs, so it is difficult to get lost. Around most attractions are free parking.

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