List of Kerch Attractions in Crimea

It is scientifically proven that Kerch is the most ancient city on the territory of the Russian Federation. The history of the city has 26 centuries. In this regard, and even despite the fact that Kerch is not officially recognized as a resort, thousands of tourists come here annually to enjoy cozy beaches, the warm sea, beautiful landscapes, as well as get acquainted with the history of our country. Kerch has a great advantage in relation to other Crimean cities and in the fact that it is the easternmost city of the peninsula. And this means that getting to the given settlement is the quickest and easiest way (especially if you are traveling by your own transport or car through the Crimean bridge).

Generally speaking, Kerch is a rather small provincial city. Its population is only 150,000 people. Nevertheless, there is everything necessary for a full life and relaxation. Many tourists who have visited this city at least once refuse to exchange it for resort Yalta or other cities on the southern coast of Crimea. Kerch is a real storehouse of attractions and interesting places. The main task of each tourist is to have time to examine them all. Today, in our material, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the most popular places in Kerch.

Panticapaeum is an ancient Greek city, which was founded in the 7th century BC. It is believed that at the peak of its heyday, the city was located on 100 hectares. The remains of the ancient settlement are located in the center of Kerch - on top of Mount Mithridates. It should be noted that to this day very few visible parts of Panticapaeum have survived. However, during its functioning, it was quite majestic and respected. So, Panticapaeum was surrounded by a system of stone fortifications, which were superior in strength to the Athenian ones. In general, Apollo was considered the patron saint of the city. In honor of this god, an acropolis was erected on the territory of Panticapaeum. In addition, the settlement included a necropolis, which includes a whole network of mounds.

This attraction of Kerch is located at the central bus station of the city, so you definitely will not be able to miss it. The burial structure is dated to the 4th century BC. The name itself comes from the name of the river, which flows nearby. "Melek-Chesme" in translation from the Crimean Tatar means "source of an angel." Traditionally, this facility, which is essentially a funerary structure, consists of 2 parts: a long corridor - dromos and a funerary chamber. This object is managed by the Kerch Historical and Cultural Reserve.

Kerch is rich in sights that relate to the ancient period of the existence and functioning of the peninsula. One of these is the city of Mirmekiy, which was founded in the VI century BC. In ancient times, the population of Mirmekia lived in dugouts by the sea. It should be noted that the history of the city is rather tragic: it has experienced fires and other emergencies more than once, which is why it was destroyed.

Tiritaka is another ancient Greek settlement that was created in the VI century BC on the territory of the Kerch Peninsula. Tiritaka was an integral part of the Bosporus kingdom. The city has a rather long and interesting history. It is this fact that attracted a huge number of scientists and archaeologists from around the world to the excavations of the ancient city. There is an ancient Greek settlement in the city microdistrict of Arshintsevo. You should get to the stop of public transport "ZhRK" and go for the technological college.

The said Orthodox Church is located in the very center of Kerch on Lenin Square. Religious sources link the existence of this temple with two holy apostles: Andrew the First-Called and Simon Kananit. The Church of St. John the Baptist consists of 2 parts: one of them is a truly ancient building of the VI century, and the other was built in the XIX century. In fact, this temple is a monument of Byzantine architectural art during the reign of Justinian.

Mount Mithridates, located in the heart of Kerch, is a hill 90 meters high. The indicated place is named after the famous Pontic king. At the top of Mount Mithridates is the Obelisk of Glory, which was installed in honor of the soldiers and heroes who conquered the city during the Great Patriotic War. In order to climb to the top of the mountain, it is necessary to overcome the great Mithridates staircase. It should be noted that this attraction is not a "frozen" historical monument.A variety of commemorative meetings are held here annually, as well as events dedicated to the memory of those who died during the Second World War.

However, people come to Crimea and, in particular, to Kerch not only to sightsee and go on excursions. An integral part of summer holidays on the peninsula is a visit to the beaches. With a detailed description of the popular Kerch beaches, see below.

The city beach, which is located almost on the outskirts of the city, is one of the most equipped. So, here you will find all the benefits of civilization necessary for a complete and comfortable stay: umbrellas, sunbeds, attractions, shops and cafes. Holidays on the city beach will appeal to both adults and children. The former will be able to enjoy the warm sunshine to the sound of the surf, while the latter happily jump on trampolines or ride the rides. If you move a little away from the central part of the beach, then you can enjoy a more relaxed and almost wild vacation. After all, in the territory of the Kerch town, you can find places that will not be filled with tourists.

This beach is located in the area of ​​the stop “Palace of Pioneers”. Generally speaking, this place is not intended for swimming. That is why the locals organized here the so-called picnic area. So, on the territory of the "Turtle" you can find barbecues and benches, as well as a playground. This zone has become crowded already in mid-April and is empty only by October.

As the name suggests, this beach is located in the Arshintsevo microdistrict. It is not as well equipped as the central city beach, but there are advantages here. So, on the territory of Arshintsevo beach you will find barbecues. In addition, it is not as crowded as the city. Residents of the Arshintsevo district prefer to visit this particular recreation area, because in order to get to the city beach it is necessary to use public transport services, which is not always comfortable in hot summer weather.

In addition to the main attractions of the city that were described above, in the vicinity of Kerch there are also several interesting places worthy of your attention. Let's consider them in more detail.

At its core, the Royal Mound is a monument of ancient architecture. It is the tomb of one of the rulers of the ancient Bosporus kingdom that existed in the territory of modern Crimea. This attraction is located in the village of Adzhimushkay near Kerch, you can go to it by car or bus. The mound of this mound is about 17 meters high, and under it you can find a corridor 36 meters long and a direct burial chamber. Interesting fact. The royal mound is a landmark that is known throughout the world. For example, this object is depicted in a painting called "The Tomb of Mithridates" by the famous Swiss artist Carlo Bossoli.

In the vicinity of Kerch you can see the fortification - the Yenikale fortress. Translated from the Crimean Tatar language, this name denotes the phrase "new fortress." The construction was built at the beginning of the XVIII century on the initiative of the Turks, who sought to establish their rule over the Black and Azov Seas. In the years of its existence, the fortress was a rather powerful and large-scale construction, but to our days, unfortunately, only particles of former greatness remained. Nevertheless, Yenikale fortress is still a rather important cultural and historical site of Kerch, which attracts tourists and vacationers.

Chokrak is a salty mud lake, which is located in the vicinity of the hero city of Kerch. Translated from the Crimean Tatar name of this object means "spring". In fact, Chokrak is one of the most famous and visited attractions of the Kerch Peninsula, as it is believed that the mud of this lake has healing properties and can have a positive effect on the human body.

This building is a silent witness to the bullying of the Nazi invaders against the Soviet people. It should be noted immediately that visiting this attraction is not for the faint of heart. Thus, you can come to Kerch not only in the summer to visit the beach. Also, the city can be visited in the winter. At any time of the year you will find yourself worthy of entertainment.

Often in the city of Kerch families with children come to rest. In this case, it is important to find such entertainment that will turn out to be in spirit not only for you, but also will interest your baby. So, first you should take a walk along the Kerch embankment, located in the very central part of the city. From here you can see beautiful views of the sea surface and the Crimean bridge. At the same time, there is a large amount of entertainment that children will like: an amusement park, games rooms and much more. After walking along the promenade, go to Lenin Square. The central streets of Kerch are quite cozy and seemingly specially designed for evening walks, you can often find street musicians here.

In addition, you can go on your own to the museums of the city. Children will be interested in YugNIRO - a museum in which marine inhabitants are gathered. Here you will see the most mysterious fish and aquatic mammals. This attraction is located near the city promenade at the Museum public transport stop. Fans of fine art will enjoy visiting the local art gallery, which is located on Theater Street, near Lenin Square. Famous Crimean artists are often exhibited here.

Summer is a season of performances and concerts that you can enjoy in the city's Palace of Culture "Ship". Famous actors and performers often come to Crimea, therefore, in relation to spiritual and cultural rest, the city is never bored. Another way to entertain your baby is to visit the Exotic ostrich farm. Here you can not only talk with animals, but also taste dishes prepared by local chefs from ostrich eggs.

Thus, we were able to make sure that the city of Kerch is a great place to relax. Here you can combine business with pleasure - on the one hand, all the conditions are created in the city so that you can forget about your daily worries, walking along the quiet and cozy streets, as well as sunbathing on the beach; and on the other hand, you can enrich yourself intellectually and spiritually, to learn more about the history of our country by visiting all the sights and interesting Kerch places.

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