Alushta city in Crimea

On the southern coast of Crimea there is a cozy town Alushta. It is located near the sea, which makes it a popular holiday destination for many people. The majestic mountains surrounding the resort area from all sides protect it from cold winds. At the same time it is sunny and very beautiful. Stunning landscapes, gentle sea, healing air - all this makes your stay in Alushta unforgettable. An article will tell you how to get to this place where you can stay and what to visit here.

The largest settlements located near Alushta are Yalta and Sudak. Between them there are many small little-known resort areas and villages. The population of the city is approximately 35 thousand people. Among them are Russians, Ukrainians, Tatars. Most of the locals are friendly and welcoming. They are used to the fact that during the holiday season the number of people in the city increases several times. Alushta is now part of the Yalta District. However, it was not always a resort town.

Once there was a military station. The land belonged to the Byzantines, then to the Genoese and Ottomans. There were fights between Russian and Turkish troops. In one of the battles, Kutuzov was mortally wounded. Judging by the stories of local residents, they put him next to the spring to wait for the medical cart. Water, falling on the wounds of the commander, had an amazing healing effect. Kutuzov soon recovered. After that, he returned to the source with gratitude.

After the entry of Crimea into the Russian Empire, the city became a coastal recreation area. All the "cream of society" began to come here. Wealthy people stopped to rest in boarding houses, and creative personalities and mental workers built summer cottages here. So the Professor (Work) corner appeared. Under V.I. Lenin, private possessions were nationalized, and the city became a health center.

Modern Alushta is a developed resort city. Clean beaches, delightful sea air, fragrant orchards are not its only advantages.

Here you can not only relax, but also improve your health. The resort area includes more than 70 health facilities. Sanatoriums and pensions help treat diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, ailments associated with respiratory organs, etc.

The infrastructure of the city is well developed. There are various entertainment facilities for day and evening leisure. Cozy bars and restaurants (from modest to chic) ​​allow you to have a tasty snack. Dolphinarium and water park give vivid emotions. Tourist excursions enrich knowledge and allow you to touch the history of the pearls of the Black Sea coast.

Transport communication makes it easy to move around the city. These are trolleybuses, buses, taxis. Some routes offer travel to the nearest small villages, as well as to other large cities. The economy of the resort is closely linked to tourism. However, natural conditions have a rest here only from spring to autumn. In winter, motels and hotels are almost empty. Therefore, the city is equipped with various enterprises that provide employment for local residents and their income.

For example, wine production is well developed here. Crimean port is especially famous, besides it, another 20 varieties of drinks are produced. There is also a dairy and a number of other enterprises.

It is worth noting that it was in Alushta that some Russian and foreign films were shot. Attentive viewers can recognize these beautiful places in the "Caucasian Captive".

On the map of Russia, Alushta is easy to find. As already mentioned, it is located in the south of Crimea. The length of the territory is more than 80 km. The city is the center of an urban district called Big Alushta.

There are several ways to get to the resort from Simferopol. You can take a shuttle bus at the new airport or at the Kurortnaya bus station.

You can also take the Shuttle (Aeroexpress) Fly & Bus. They also have their own online resource.

Another option is to order a tourist transfer or rent a car. The second option is especially comfortable. You can even rent a convertible to ride around the neighborhood with a breeze. True, such a pleasure is not cheap. If you are in another part of Crimea, you can also easily get to Alushta in any way (by land transport or by sea). Also, anyone can easily go from the resort area to another place.

The climate of Alushta can be called mild. Summer is sunny and dry, but the heat is not exhausting. The mountain air creates a pleasant coolness. The proximity of the sea also has a positive effect on the atmosphere.

Winter is usually warm. This can be explained by the same mountains, blocking the access of cold winds to the territory. The Black Sea does not cool below + 8 ° С. The air temperature in the city is kept at a level not lower than + 3 ° С. The mountains are a bit cooler.

Throughout the year, there are no more than 50. The swimming season lasts from May to the end of September. As for the accurate temperature data, in July the thermometer usually shows + 24 ° C. In August, there are hotter days (up to + 35 ° C). The sea heats up to + 25 ° C, which makes swimming as comfortable as possible.

In March, Alushta already pleases with warm days. Swimming is still cold, but you can relax in comfort. If you want a quiet walk along the promenade and a leisurely visit to local attractions, this period will be quite suitable for you. The main flow of tourists is observed during the bathing season, in the hottest months (July-August). At this time, the city becomes noisy and fun.

In September, the velvet season begins. The heat is gradually decreasing, there are no more crowds on the shore, the atmosphere is becoming more calm. At this time, you can still swim, but the rest will be less noisy. From November to April in Alushta there is a complete lull. This period is liked by those who want to relax from the bustle, enjoying the beauty of nature in silence.

Alushta is a place where everyone will find entertainment to their taste. You can lazily wallow on the beach, enjoy national dishes in local restaurants, spend evenings at noisy parties. You can visit the cinema, water park, dolphinarium. Those who want to broaden their horizons can go to museums and exhibitions.

As already mentioned, from all sides Alushta is surrounded by mountains. Hiking to the waterfalls, an overview of the beautiful caves - the perfect vacation for active tourists. The cleanest air, breathtaking landscapes, bizarre rocks and stones leave no one indifferent.

Spectacular excursions to the places of power of Mount Chatyr-Dag are regularly held.

An interesting journey through the Demerdzhi massif. Also nearby is the famous Ghost Valley.

Surprise tourists "Stone Mushrooms." This is a masterpiece created by nature itself. Seven-meter blocks really resemble mushrooms. Not far from them is a unique geyser waterfall, famous for its unusual trajectory of water fall.

Waterfall "Dzhur-Dzhur" - another miracle of nature of incredible beauty. It has a height of 15 meters and is located in the Hapkhalsky reserve.

One of the most beautiful caves of Crimea is Emine-Bair-Khosar. Often she is called Mamontova. This beautiful underground world with several rooms is located between Alushta and Simferopol.

A curious historical attraction of these places is the ancient fortress of Aluston. Only a tower and part of the wall have survived to our days. You can see this architectural monument on April 15th Street.

The embankment of the city stretches along the entire coastal resort line. It consists of three parts - eastern, central and western (work corner). The central promenade is a favorite place for tourists to walk. Here you can see a beautiful rotunda. Seaside Park is located nearby.

A variety of cafes and restaurants offer a delicious and satisfying snack. There are establishments with Russian, Tatar and other cuisines. Some play live music. Small shops sell souvenirs. Having bought one of them, you can bring home a piece of Crimea.

There is also a green zone. Cozy benches in the shade of trees invite you to relax. Small fountains delight the look. Along the track are large figures of famous cartoon characters.

If you get off the promenade, you will get to the sea. You can go down the coast by a convenient staircase. The best reviews get the territory of the western recreation areas.But in the central part there is a pretty nice free beach. Street musicians cheer up with pleasant tunes. Artists offer both ready-made paintings and portrait writing services for anyone.

You can go fishing on the breakwaters. There are good hotels nearby - Dubna, Palace, Sea, Almond Grove. The western part of Alushta is more quiet. Due to the abundance of greenery it is very cozy here. Multi-colored tiles form interesting patterns. Everywhere there are benches, flower beds with fragrant flowers, designer lanterns.

It offers a magnificent view of Mount Castell. Of course, the sea is also visible. The infrastructure here is very developed. There are shops, grocery stores, restaurants, and beauty salons. Behind the fence is a beach area.

The most popular among holidaymakers is the “Home-style Dining Room”. This is a place that nicely combines reasonable prices, a varied menu and good service. The Veranda belongs to the same gastronomic network. This is a very interesting cafe-buffet, serving dishes and snacks for every taste. Here are Asian, European and even Russian cuisine.

Great reviews are received by the institution “Shish kebab house”. Prices are also affordable, portions are large. Everything is fresh and delicious. Those for whom the price of food is not important can visit one of the stylish and very expensive restaurants. There are many of them too.

Those interested in history can usefully spend time in local museums.

• Museum of Local History will tell you about significant historical facts related to both Alushta and the whole Crimea. You will get acquainted with archaeological exhibits, learn the details of the Russian-Turkish confrontation. The history of the Crimean Khanate is very exciting.

• House-Museum of A. N. Beketov - no less interesting object. Once the building was a summer residence of a famous architect. His ideas were used to create the Crimean Russian Academic Theater, as well as other important buildings. The house was built in the Moorish style, according to the architect’s own project. Its walls store more than a thousand exhibits. The furniture of past years is interesting, recreating a certain atmosphere of the noble life. But the most valuable are the originals of the sketches, personal photos, letters, drawings of the architect. Nowadays, creative evenings and festive concerts are regularly held here.

• The house-museum of I. S. Shmelev - The former home of a famous writer. It was he who wrote the novel "The Sun of the Dead" about the events of the civil war. Here you can see curious letters, photographs, icons, newspapers and books from the journalist’s personal library. Furniture and other furnishings of those years are also preserved.

• House-Museum of N. S. Sergeev-Tsensky - Another historical place. The house presents personal items, documents, notes of a talented writer. Archival records of meetings with Marshak, Kuprin are unique. Near the museum stands a monument to Sergeyev-Tsensky.

Resting with the whole family, you can go to the beach. The coastal zone here is not too spacious, but well-groomed. Most of the beaches are sanatoriums and pensions. Admission may be free or paid. The composition of the beaches is also diverse. This is shale sand and pebbles. Everywhere there are sun loungers, drinks, the opportunity to use the locker room, toilet, shower.

On the embankment of the Work Corner is the Almond Grove water park. There are water slides, pools, a jacuzzi, various children's attractions. After water fun, you can grab a bite to eat at the cafe. Entrance - 1300 rubles for adults and 1000 rubles for children. Opening hours: from 10.00 to 17.00.

Dolphinarium "Watercolor" on Gorky Street offers an impressive show. You can also swim there with dolphins. The show starts at 15.00. Price - from 900 rubles. For children under 3 years old - free of charge.

Alushta aquarium is another interesting place that delights both adults and children. 3D panorama and the "World of the jungle" allow you to plunge headlong into the world of underwater inhabitants. Opening - at 9.00. Cost - from 400 rubles (depending on the age of the child). The aquarium is also located on Gorkova Street.

You can go to the cinema for a children's movie or cartoon. Now there are two cinemas in the city. These are Phoenix and Storm. Both are equipped with 3D technology, stereo sound. There is a buffet with popcorn and drinks.

Inquisitive children may like the Crimea in Miniature Park. Here are the main Crimean attractions in a reduced form. The entrance is free.

In Alushta and its environs you can find accommodation for every taste. You can stay in a room of an elite hotel, a luxurious guesthouse or prefer the budget option in the private sector. For example, Voyage Guest House offers rooms from 1200 to 3000 rubles.

Mini-hotel "Dolphin" - from 1000 to 4500 rubles.

Guest house "Almonds" - from 2000 to 4500 rubles.

Porto Mare Park Hotel with a restaurant, bar and terrace is considered one of the best.

If you want to combine relaxation with wellness, you can choose one of the many resorts. For example, the Crimean Dawns boarding house receives good reviews. It offers rooms of various categories - from "luxury" to "economy". Prices - from 1250 rubles per day (for a single room). There is a water complex (pool, sauna), a wellness center, restaurants, a beach area, a gym, a left-luggage office. You can also rent a whole cottage or rent an apartment. The price depends on the area, area of ​​the premises and the location of the house.

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