Popular lakes of Crimea

On the territory of the Crimean peninsula, there are about three hundred lakes. All of them can be divided into two categories. The first includes fresh water, the second - saline.

The former are in the central part, the latter are closer to the sea. Some are separated from the salty sea by a narrow strip of land.

Around the lakes with medicinal properties, sanatoriums and health centers have been built. In such places, developed infrastructure with good access roads and comfortable places of residence.

Civilization has not yet reached part of the reservoirs. True nature lovers strive to get to such wild lakes. Only here you can enjoy real natural charms.

In Crimea, people go not only to relax, but also to improve their health, to heal one or another diseased organ. Salt lakes have become a source of healing mud. Their production is conducted on an industrial scale. Even a simple stay near water bodies with salt water is good for the human body. But unlimited use of mud is unsafe. Do not treat yourself. Each disease needs its own course of treatment. After all, mud baths take a certain amount of time.

It will not be possible to tell about all salty water bodies. We restrict ourselves to a description of several of them.

The historical name given by the Crimean Tatars is Kyzyl-Yar. It is an estuary type water body with a length of over 13 km and a maximum width of 2.5 km. The depth of the reservoir does not exceed one and a half meters.

The water in the lake is very salty. In the hot summer, it dries out almost completely, and then a red color appears. The rest of the year, the water surface is cast in gold.

For recreational purposes, only the southern part of the estuary is used.Here residents of Krasnoperekopsk have a rest.

Oybur Lake is the fourth largest on the peninsula. Once upon a time there was a bay. Over time, a sandy isthmus appeared, and communication with the sea was interrupted.

The ratio of salt to water is 200 g per liter. Drowning here is simply impossible because of the very high density of the liquid, which pushes any body when immersed.

Silty deposits rich in iodine and bromine are used for medicinal purposes. Blue clay is sent to beauticians.

Decent depth and frequent winds are convenient for kitesurfing, which is used by fans of this sport.

Lake Liman was formed relatively recently. A narrow sandy strip separates it from the sea. Sometimes sea water overflows into the Estuary through a separation barrier.

Water replenishment occurs due to underground sources and precipitation. Depth ranges from one to two meters, and in the heat itself is only 0.4 m.

Silt deposits are used for medicinal purposes. Access to the reservoir is free. The mass of tourists is located on the beach and uncontrollably smeared with mud. Cases of negative effects of healing silt on humans are frequent. This is not surprising, because the time spent by the healing mud on the body should be limited.

Lake Tobechikskoye belongs to the estuary type, has 9 km in length and not more than 4.5 km in width. The depth of the reservoir is only one meter. In rare cases, in places it reaches two meters. Located 12 km from Kerch.

At the bottom there are several mud volcanoes.

The ancient Greeks knew about the healing properties of the reservoir. Based on the description of archaeologists, we can confidently say that many centuries ago hospitals worked here. Unfortunately, these days there are none on the shores of Tobechiksky.

Not far from Kerch there is another beautiful salt lake - Aktash. Like the main part of such reservoirs, it was formed by separation from the sea. In Crimea, it is the most salty. The salt content reaches 40%.

Aktash Lake is very shallow (1-2 meters), but quite large. Its length is 8 km and a width of about 3 km. In the heat, water evaporates, the pond dries up. It seems that in the summer melted snow fell.

Salt crystals sparkle everywhere in the sun. In some places, salt loses its whiteness due to impurities. This makes the landscape even more interesting.

With the advent of drought, one can only be surprised at unusual phenomena, take exclusive photos on the background of salt hills.

This is the largest salt Crimean lake. Once it was the largest place for the extraction of salt supplied to Russia and Ukraine.

Fresh lakes in Crimea are much smaller than saline ones. Some of them were formed due to the expansion of river mouths. For example, this is how Lake Raven appeared. Some formed by filling the pits with water.

In Crimea, a special attitude to fresh water. Perhaps that is why rest on the shores of fresh lakes is more expensive than on the coast. Bathing itself is free. Fees are charged for the following services:

• car parking near ponds;
• the right to set up a tent;
• fishing
• boat rental.

Mountain lakes are especially picturesque. Cold clean streams descend from the mountains and fill the bowls. Raven and Panagia lakes are several hundred meters above sea level.

We offer you to get acquainted with the most interesting lakes.

As such, there is no separate lake.It’s just that part of the salty Sasyk-Sivash in the Yevpatoriya region was slightly desalinated. It was only a few years ago that swans settled here. Beautiful proud birds have taken root and do not fly away from the reservoir all year round. On the lake is never deserted. It is always full of tourists who want to admire the swans, feed them, and, of course, take beautiful photos.

The birds are almost tame. However, when communicating with birds, certain rules should be observed:

• feed only white bread;
• Do not try to stroke the birds (they do not like this, they can peck);
• Do not be scared and do not pull the hand if the bird touches it with its beak;
• Do not wave and simply do not make sudden movements.

The mountain lake Panagia is located in the village of Zelenogorye in the conservation area. It is 290 meters above sea level. The river Kushen-Uzen fills the lake.

For the first, outdoor recreation is attractive with an abundance of greenery, clean air and the lack of city bustle. The second consider that the reservoir is protected by the Lord. They say that on its surface you can see the face of the Virgin. Still others are sure: Panagia is a place of power. Who is right is unknown. But you can definitely get a boost of vitality and peace of mind here.

The lake consists of two reservoirs: upper and lower. One of them is a reservoir, supplying fresh water to Yalta and nearby settlements. Another in order to maintain cleanliness is very strictly guarded. Therefore, there are no vacationers here. On organized excursions, you can see only the Wuchang-Su waterfall that feeds the lakes.

Access to the bottom of the lake is open. Since 2013, expensive private villas began to appear in the immediate vicinity. While there is no infrastructure around.

A very small body of water located 578 m above the sea line. Famous for its inhabitants, turtles live here.

The circumference of the lake is about 100 m. Around the swampy shore, overgrown with reeds, a path is trodden. Tourists go around the perimeter of a muddy pond in the hope of seeing the red-eared inhabitants and taking an interesting picture of reptiles.

In spring and autumn, turtles are much more likely to get out of shelters to soak up the sun.

Surrounded by low mountains and green forests away from the cities there is a small Emerald Lake. The name corresponds to the color of the water. However, the surface of the reservoir seems to be such from the side.

There are few vacationers by the lake. Tourist routes to the Emerald are not laid. You can get here by your own transport, if you turn off the Sudak-Alushta highway towards the village of Zelenogorye.

The water in the lake is cold, but suitable for swimming. The depth of the reservoir and the transparency of the water attract diving enthusiasts. And the abundance of lake living creatures attracts inveterate fishermen.

The Martian lake appeared in the Bakhchisarai region relatively recently - in the last decades of the last century. Previously, Inkerman stone was mined in its place. The foundation pit began to be filled with underground water during the work. Water arrived so swiftly that mining had to be stopped. So nature conquered a cavity in humans in the form of a quadrangle under a lake with azure-colored water.

The reference point for travelers who want to visit the attraction is the village of Skalistoe. The depth of the reservoir is on average 10 m. It is convenient to dive from the steep banks. There are a lot of fish and fishermen. Only fishing rods are allowed.

Swimming is best in the fall. During this period, the water becomes especially warm. Its temperature is higher than at sea.

Blue Lake is fanned with legends. Locals claim that many of the legends are a reality.

A reservoir of extraordinary beauty is located in the Grand Canyon. Water temperature is always the same: 10-12 degrees. Anyone who decides to plunge receives a charge of vivacity and success in matters of the heart. Hence the second romantic name - Lake of Love.

The surrounding landscape helps to cleanse the soul, fills it with harmony and joy, and gives the body relaxation and a surge of new strength.

In Crimea, there are about forty mud deposits. Not surprisingly, mud treatment thrives on the peninsula.

The largest mud clusters are located in the eastern part of the peninsula. The most famous mud ponds are on the west coast.

Saki mud lake located near the city of Saki. The oldest balneological resort of the peninsula functions here.

The lake is very shallow and very salty. Those who suffer from such ailments come here:

• diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
• injuries of the spine and musculoskeletal tissue;
• gynecological problems;
• disorders of the nervous system.

Moinaki Lake in Yevpatoriya almost lost its healing properties due to human life. Measures are being taken to restore it. Moynak mud has the ability to disinfect, increase the body’s protective abilities, and fight inflammation. With their help they get rid of the following diseases:

• nervous system;
• genitourinary organs;
• endocrine system;
• respiratory organs.

Sasyk-Sivash - a lake with pink waters. The length of the reservoir located between Yevpatoria and Saki is 14 kilometers. An unusual shade appeared due to the color of the salt. Healing are dirt and salt. They strengthen the body, treat skin diseases.

The deepest among the mud is Lake Donuzlav. To the bottom, covered with several meters of silt mud, 27 meters. The presence of iodine provides a cure for respiratory organs. Healing water and sun baths help get rid of fine wrinkles, cellulite, blackheads.

Those who wish to be healed should understand that you need to use mud carefully. Consultation with your doctor is required. Arbitrary bathing may not bring the desired result. And the right choice will certainly relieve the disease, fill the body with new forces.

Interesting Facts:

• In addition to land in Crimea, there are unique underground lakes. You can go down to them with appropriate equipment and an instructor in caves such as Kizil-Koba or MAN.
• Tourists should admire the pink lakes. Such an unusual color in the heat appears at several lakes, for example at Koyashsky and Sasyk-Sivash. A unique phenomenon contributes to the growth of algae.
• There are many different animals in Crimean lakes: crustaceans, mussels and, of course, fish. There are many birds on the shores. During flights, storks, geese and swans rest here.

Holidays on the peninsula will not be complete if you miss the opportunity to visit the lakes, admire their beauties, and at the same time rejuvenate with healing mud.

An overview of the most beautiful lakes of Crimea in the next video.