Rest in the spring in Crimea

Summer, of course, is the most suitable season for a vacation on the Crimean peninsula. However, Crimea may be no less attractive and interesting for tourists in the spring. For an unforgettable trip, you need to study the nuances of weather conditions during this period, as well as the places recommended for visiting with the advent of the warm months.

The Crimean peninsula has long been the most popular tourist destination. It is visited for measured relaxation with children, as well as for active and extreme trips. therefore the peninsula is in demand almost all year round, in light of which, in addition to the hot summer months, Crimea attracts vacationers and tourists even in the spring.

Based on its location, spring comes on the peninsula quite early - in particular, already at the end of February, the sun begins to warm more actively, the first greens hatch, flowers bloom. March pleases Crimeans and their guests mainly with warm days.

As a rule, air at this time warms up to more than + 10– + 12 ° С, in some places temperature increases up to + 20 ° С. However, weather conditions remain unpredictable, especially in the mountainous part and in the west of the peninsula, where it will be colder. March is considered a windy month, and some regions of Crimea are not protected from it by mountains, the southern coast in this case is an exception.

The first weeks of spring can be accompanied by warm days and night frosts, even with a small amount of precipitation in the form of snow.That is why in spring it will be possible to observe such an unusual phenomenon as green tropical palm trees covered with snow.

But on the most sunny days of the first month of spring, you can already sunbathe. In April, the air warms up even more, so this period on the peninsula is characterized as a time of violent flowering of flora. Even in mountainous areas, the air temperature in the daytime can be close to + 15 ° C, but with decreases to + 8– + 10 ° C at night. Frosts are unlikely, but the peaks of the mountains will still be covered in snow.

In May, in the Crimea, the proximity of summer is quite distinctly traced. rains are extremely rare, warm clothes that could come in handy in March and April, vacationers will no longer need. In addition to raising the degree on thermometers, the number of tourists on the peninsula is also increasing, since May is considered a universal month suitable for mountain holidays, excursions, and also for the opening of the beach season.

May is recommended for vacationers who are not fans of the heat. During the day, the air temperature can warm up to + 20 ° С and more, but it will be even cooler at night, and in May there are very warm days when the air temperature is + 30 ° С. As practice shows, the warmest resorts will be located in the western part of the peninsula, since this particular zone will be as sunny as possible. In the east, the sun will turn out to be less, where the temperature there will mostly reach + 18– + 20 ° С.

The entire peninsula can be divided into four main zones, which can be visited in early spring. So, tourists can visit the following places:

• eastern part of Crimea;
• Western part;
• South Coast;
• mountain Crimea.

Weather, infrastructure, the availability of hotels, the private sector and attractions will be different everywhere, so you should choose the travel route based on your personal preferences. The warmest place where spring begins first is considered to be the southern coast.

However, choosing this part of the peninsula, you should be prepared for the fact that it will not be possible to participate in mountain hiking. For a quiet and measured pastime, you can choose Sudak, Evpatoria, New World. Admire the blooming tropical vegetation in full Alupka, Miskhor, Gurzuf, Simeiz, because in this part there are most parks and architectural attractions that have a long history.

For lovers of relaxation, “savages” on the peninsula will have the opportunity to relax on the beaches of General. Waterfalls deserve special attention of vacationers in the spring. To enjoy such natural phenomena, it is better to go to Crimea with the advent of the calendar spring, since in the summer months the mountain rivers and waterfalls practically dry up. April is considered the best time to visit Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

Most vacationers agree that spring will be the most favorable period to set off on excursions to the numerous palaces of the south coast. At this time, you can enjoy the sights without huge crowds of vacationers. It will also be interesting house museums of famous artists and writers.

In Sevastopol, Feodosia and Balaklava, it is recommended to visit temples and churches. Bakhchisaray in the spring will allow you to enjoy the cave cities of ancient civilizations. As a rule, in May, vacationers will already have access to a variety of excursions, as well as walks by the sea. In the parks you can observe the flowering of daffodils, snowdrops and hyacinths. In spring, on the bare branches of trees, you can observe the flowering of peach, dogwood and almonds.

In the beginning of spring, a flood is observed on the peninsula, so many mountain rivers give rise to a large number of waterfalls. Among the recommended waterfalls to visit, there are several.

• Wuchang-soo. This is the largest waterfall on the peninsula, located in the protected area of ​​Ai-Petri. Streams of water are thrown down almost from a hundred meter height. You can see it only in the spring, since in the summer even this giant dries up.
• Golovkinsky Waterfall. It is located near Alushta, despite its small size - only 12 meters, the waterfall is considered one of the most beautiful places in Crimea. At the peak of its power and beauty, the waterfall turns out to be in the spring.

In addition, waterfalls such as:

• Arpathian;
• Jur-Jur;
• Su-Uchan.

A contrast will be a picture of snow-capped mountains against a background of colorful blooming flower beds. A riot of flowering is also observed on the slopes of the Crimean mountains, so nature in the spring on the peninsula is often compared with the beauty of alpine meadows or the sakura blossom season in Japan.

In March, the sea will still be unsuitable for swimming, in addition, there may be storms. However, walks along the promenades and beaches are available year-round. In the spring, when the sun is still not so burning, you can not be afraid to sunbathe, but you will definitely get a tan. Going to Crimea in early spring by car or other means of transport, if you want to plunge into sea water, it is worth choosing a hotel or hotel for living with a pool in which there will be heated sea water. It can be indoor options or located outdoors.

It is interesting and useful to spend time on the peninsula in March and April, visiting various excursions, participating in hikes, trips to protected places. At the end of April, when the sun will warm the earth much better, tourists will be able to take sunbaths on the beach, fishing is available. To do this, you need to find a place without wind and shadow.

For seasoned tourists who prefer early bathing, the sea in May warms up to + 16-17 ° C, in the second half the water temperature can reach + 20 ° C, therefore The end of the last month of spring is considered the beginning of the holiday season on the coast. In addition to the beauty of Crimean landscapes, blooming greenery and waterfalls, tourists will find it possible to have fun in the spring. Dolphinariums are available for holidaymakers, as well as wine tastings.

Vineyards in Russia appeared only after the victory in the Russian-Turkish war in the XIX century. It was the climate of the peninsula that prompted Prince Golitsin to open his own wine production. Fragments of the buildings of wine cellars, carved directly into the rocks, have been preserved in the New World to this day. Massandra's wine cellars, due to their size, are listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

In addition, tasting will be offered to true connoisseurs of grape drinks. Visiting the Massandra company in the spring, one can not only personally witness the world famous cellars, taste wine, but also learn the history and production technology of these noble drinks. In the New World, you can buy new-world champagne, recognized as one of the best in the country. Tasting rooms are in many cities of the peninsula. Tourists will have such an opportunity in Yalta, Sudak, Koktebel and Alushta.

When spring comes in the Crimea, and there is still no sweltering heat, vacationers are invited to visit the Crimean caves, discovered by cavers. Several interesting places are located near Yalta, inside you can admire the real stalactites and stalagmites, in addition, naturalists and tourists will be interested in “stone flowers”.Such excursions will be interesting not only for adults, but also for families resting on the peninsula with children.

The largest cave is Kizil-Koba, it is located next to the Simferopol-Alushta highway, near the village of Perevalnoye. The cave is a six-story maze with a length of two tens of kilometers. Inside it are waterfalls and lakes. The caves maintain a constant temperature, and the impressions of visiting such creations of nature will remain in memory for a lifetime.

When spring comes to the peninsula, the most amazing place in the resort blooms - Nikitsky Botanical Garden. Despite the fact that it can be visited year-round, he will be able to surprise with a riot of colors precisely during this period. The garden contains several unique collections of plants and crops brought to Crimea from all over the world. It will be no less bewitching in its beauty an exhibition of flowers in the garden, some seedlings can even be purchased and taken home with you.

It will not be possible to go for mushrooms in the spring, but vacationers can choose trekking walks as leisure in April. At the beginning of spring, it is recommended to climb Ai-Petri, at this time the flow of visitors will be minimal, so getting to the top by funicular will be several times faster and without waiting in line. And also among the attractions of the peninsula recommended for visiting in the spring, it is worth noting Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

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