Rest on the western coast of Crimea: where to go and what to see?

The western coast of Crimea is a popular resort place, featuring a variety of available leisure options. Fans of a rich excursion pastime, and those who prefer a more calm and relaxed leisure, are happy to come here. Sandy, pebble and other beaches of the west coast attract savages and organized tourist groups. It is better to learn about all the features of the western coast of Crimea in advance in order to guarantee yourself a high level of comfort during your stay on the peninsula. Consider where it is better to relax, what sights to see, which way to stay.

The western coast of Crimea is an area with a unique plain-steppe landscape, surrounded by majestic, but not too high mountain peaks. Due to the presence of the sea, the air here is saturated with healthy sea salt and is considered healing. Constantly circulating air masses maintain the optimum level of humidity. And the number of sunny days on the west coast sometimes exceeds that of the south of the peninsula.

The climate here, indeed, is favorable for a variety of types of recreation. Springtime is the time of flowering and renewal, allowing you to enjoy the weather not too hot. In May, the sea is already warm enough to start the swimming season. Summer is a period of pleasant refreshing breezes from the sea, passing almost without rain.

But the winter months are not too favorable for rest.Residents of the west coast often have to suffer from a strong and sharp piercing wind, and the thermometer’s mark periodically drops to negative values. However, snow falls here infrequently and for a short time.

The unique climate allowed the western coast of Crimea to gain the status of a health resort, in which nature itself created all the conditions for the treatment of many diseases. Back in the days of the Russian Empire, representatives of aristocratic families came here. Today, vacationers are offered salt lakes, springs with mineral waters, and healing mud.

Rest in the resorts of the west of the Crimean peninsula allows you to avoid excessive summer heat or high congestion of beaches - a length of several tens of kilometers provides sufficient freedom of choice. Here are represented in abundance both small villages and fairly large cities. Some of them are located directly on the coast, the rest may not have direct access to the sea. Going to rest in this part of the Crimea, it is worth taking a look at the westernmost point of the peninsula - Cape Priboyny, located in the immediate vicinity of Tarhankut.

Even for those who are arriving in Crimea for the first time, most of the toponyms of the West Bank will surely seem familiar. Here are the legendary resort places - Saki and Yevpatoriya, Nikolaevka and Sevastopol. All of them are well known outside the peninsula. Among the favorite vacation spots for residents and guests of the Crimea, you can also distinguish villages that are not so well known to the general public.

Located in a cozy bay, the resort popular in Crimea pleases with a good infrastructure. But prices here are above average along the coast. In addition, in Balaklava there are difficulties with access to the beach areas - you have to go to them by water or walk. The rest of the rest here leaves only a pleasant impression.

The village of Beregovoye, located on the western coast of the Crimea, is located approximately equally distant from Sevastopol and Yevpatoriya. It is located at the mouth of the Bulganak River and is not very famous for vacationers. But beautiful wild beaches with sand and pebble cover look very expressive. In addition, there are full-fledged hotels where you can comfortably stay.

One of the largest cities on the peninsula.

You will not have to lack in shops or other familiar amenities. Evpatoria has a well-developed resort infrastructure, there are well-maintained guarded beaches.

This village 5 km from Evpatoria is quite convenient for both wild and organized recreation. The infrastructure in the town itself is not well developed. The proximity of Lake Moynaki, whose sulfuric mud carries an odd smell, is sometimes inconvenient. But in general, this place is popular among visiting tourists and among the local population.

The village is located in the suburbs of Sevastopol, but has its own convenient beach with clean sand. Lubimovka has a well-developed residential infrastructure - there are private houses, pensions, hostels. Nearby is a large city with an extensive range of entertainment and everything necessary for educational excursions.

Unlike its northern namesake city, this village is quite capable of creating a comfortable atmosphere for relaxation. Peaceful is famous for its wide beaches with clean sand. Due to the proximity of the balneological resort and Lake Donuzlav, there is the necessary residential infrastructure here - you will not have to look for a boarding house for settling for a long time.

The village is located on the coast, where there are parking places "savages", and civilized housing available for rent. The sandy beaches of Mezhvodvodnoy are well suited for families with kids - they are quite clean and safe.Divers will appreciate the local cliffs, from which you can dive directly into the sea.

To a large village with all the infrastructure - 20 km.

Favorite place of rest for Crimeans themselves. The village of Nikolaevka is located near Simferopol. On weekends, there is the largest influx of tourists. The beaches are filled with people who come to rest from the mainland of the peninsula.

A place where the diver community is quite active. On its territory there is a salt lake, where you can open the swimming season quite early.

One of the small but very popular villages of the western Crimea. It is located near Bakhchisaray, Sevastopol, allows you to spend time on the beach, as well as enjoy active excursion programs. In Peschanoye, tourist infrastructure and youth vacations are quite well developed. Sandy beaches with a gentle slope, suitable for families with children.

The village is divided into old and new areas by a grandiose water park. Here it is worth relaxing with children, alternating an active pastime with lazy days on the beach. New areas do not have a developed infrastructure. Experienced tourists are advised to choose the old part of the village for life.

Balneological resort and a very popular holiday destination. Saki has long specialized in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system. In addition, a complete barrier-free environment for people with disabilities has been created here. The resort and residential infrastructure is well developed, there are hotels for every taste.

The sea city is one of the largest ports on the Black Sea coast. Picturesque landscapes, lots of entertainment for every taste, well-developed transport infrastructure. All this is combined here with a poor selection of good beaches and prices above average.

One of the largest urban-type settlements on the western coast of Crimea. The Black Sea has a well-developed tourist infrastructure, there is everything necessary for recreation. Prices in the village are average in the region. Here you can find comfortable hotels, guest houses, private housing for every taste and budget.

It is not difficult to choose convenient housing on the western coast of Crimea. There are:

• hotels by the sea - “Oasis” in Nikolaevka, “Summer” in Zaozernoye, “Golden” in Saki;
• inexpensive houses and apartments in the private sector - from summer houses and cottages to studios by the sea;
• pensions with an all-inclusive system - Dolphin in Zaozernoye, Dyulber in Mezhvodnoye, Fregat in Popovka;
• guest houses - Villa Kristina in Yevpatoriya, "Swallow" in Nikolaevka, "Aquilon" in Olenevka.

For those who want privacy, private housing is suitable, where you can significantly save on food and get complete freedom of action. The quality of service here is not inferior to the hotel. In addition, you can find options with a pool, solve the problem of parking or living with pets. But the difference in the level of housing, especially in small towns, is significant.

With children it is better to relax in hotels with their own beaches, pools, animators or a water park nearby. If the purpose is an excursion vacation, it is better to choose large cities with a developed network of interesting routes or historically significant objects - Sevastopol, Bakhchisaray. Hotels often have tour desks.

The western coast of Crimea is rich in sights and memorable places. One of them is practically the westernmost point of the peninsula, Cape Tarkhankut. Here you can dive under water in diving equipment, see the legendary "Cup of Love" - ​​a natural marine pool surrounded by rocks.

Lesser Jerusalem in Yevpatoriya is not just a district of the old city. Here are collected dozens of religious sites belonging to different religious denominations, including the Karaite kenasses. Even as an architectural artifact, this route is very interesting for tourists.

The Khan's Palace in Bakhchisarai is a landmark that has been preserved on the west coast since the time of the Crimean Khanate. Here today are held magnificent Crimean Tatar weddings, and there are many interesting objects to visit.

Chufut-Kale is an ancient city in the caves of the Crimean mountains. Its historical value is incredibly high, during the tour you can learn a lot about the life of Karaites and Krymchaks. In addition, you can go to Mangup-Kale, a cave fortress, according to legend, preserving the Holy Grail.

Making a list of the best beaches on the west coast of Crimea is not so difficult - experienced travelers and locals know exactly where to look for the whitest sand and clear sea. Among the sandy places of beach holidays, it is worth highlighting several names.

• Miami in Olenevka. White sand, warm shallow sea and beautiful nature around. All this makes for relaxing with children or serene kitesurfing.

• Scythe Belyaus.

It is worth focusing on a tent holiday, the proximity of Lake Donuzlav will be a nice bonus.

• "Cote d'Azur" in Yevpatoriya. A public beach with a camping area, designated smoking areas, sports fields and jet skiing. In addition, the Evpatoria beaches “Oasis” and “Magnate” are appreciated.

• "Uchkuevka" in Sevastopol. In addition to clean sand and a good entrance to the sea, there are all the necessary beach infrastructure, cafes and entertainment venues.

Pebble beaches on the west bank can be found in Fig and Vasil. Mixed coast in Olenevka, Nikolaevka, Sand, Lyubimovka.

With the development of an entertainment program on the western coast of Crimea, there will certainly not be a problem. Here you can go diving - in Olenevka there are rocky areas that allow you to fully appreciate the beauty of the local sea depths. In addition, on organized beaches in Sevastopol and other large cities, jet ski rental, paragliding and sports grounds on the shore are available. Fans of extreme sports will appreciate places for kitesurfing. Equestrian tourism and hiking trails are also developed in the region; in many guest houses there are car, bicycle rentals, and boat and yacht riding services are provided.

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