List of the best Crimea waterfalls

Many people do not suspect that in Crimea, in addition to the seas and a warm climate, there is another attraction - waterfalls. This is understandable, because most of them appear from time to time.

The Crimean mountains do not have glaciers, and therefore there is nothing to feed them on an ongoing basis. They become full-flowing only during the spring snowmelt. And it lasts only two to three weeks. Then they dry out and disappear for a while.

Because of this feature, many vacationers do not know about their existence. It is noteworthy that each waterfall has its own life span. However, not all of them dry out and appear from time to time. There are also constants, such as, for example, Dzhur-Dzhur - the most full-flowing waterfall of the peninsula or one of the highest (98 meters) is Su-Uchkhan.

Geographically most famous waterfall dzhur-dzhur It is located in the Hapkhal gorge, in the mountains of the Alushta district, near the village of Generalskoye. Its height reaches 15 meters, width - 5 meters. A large number of streams uninterruptedly provide it with fresh water all year round. This makes it possible to supply a third of the inhabitants of the peninsula with fresh water all year long. Water temperature does not exceed +7 degrees Celsius.

The name of the waterfall translates as "murmur of running water." And indeed, he does not rattle, like most of his "brothers." Its waters gently descend along the mountainous terrain.

Five baths formed at the foot of the waterfall. Each cup, according to an ancient legend, has its own name and purpose.

• Youth Bath allowed all who bathe in its waters to rejuvenate their body and body.According to ancient legends, everyone who bathed in it felt vigorous, fit and felt a surge of vitality.
• Health Bath carried in its waters a positive energy for everyone who plunges into it. The faith in the healing properties of water was so great that people with serious ailments came here in the hope of healing.
• The third is the bath of Love. Any visitor, if desired, can take a dip in it and in the near future find his true only love. Even those who have already found their soul mate were washed together by the waters of the bath of Love in order to further strengthen their love.
• Fourth - Bath of Joy. Everyone who wanted to improve their mood had to enter a bowl of ice water. Climbing out of cold water, everyone experienced indescribable delight.
• Fifth - Bath of Happiness. If someone is looking for happiness in his life, then he must certainly plunge into this bath. After bathing, something very good should happen in her. Let not immediately, then, but it will happen. True, there is one condition - one must believe in it.

Highest waterfall Soo-Uchan It is located near Yalta, at a distance of 8 km in the direction of Bakhchisarai. Its name translates as "flying water." But such a name suits him when he is full-flowing.

In the spring, during the snowmelt, the waterfall reaches its peak, it becomes stormy and rattling. In the summer it calms down and is just a few tricks. If the summer turned out to be hot, it completely dries up. And in winter, in the crackling Crimean frosts, it freezes and becomes like a giant icicle.

Arpathian waterfalls located on the border of two districts - Alushta and Belogorsky - at approximately the same distance (about 60 kilometers) from the district centers. At its core, this is one waterfall that is cascaded into many small waterfalls.

For many centuries, water has carved several bathtubs from stone. One of them is called bath of love. The water in it boils like in a jacuzzi, reminding lovers how their feelings and passion boil. According to ancient belief, if a couple in love bathes in this bowl, then soon they will certainly become parents. If you want to make sure of this, come to Arpathian waterfalls.

One of the most picturesque waterfalls of Temiar is called the font of Diana. It is located in the Temiar gorge. This is one of the most romantic places in Crimea. Water falls from mountain ledges into a large stone bath (font) formed over the centuries. According to an ancient legend, any woman, having bathed in the font of Diana, will become younger and more beautiful than she was.

Just for the sake of this, it’s worth going to the waterfall and make sure the legend is true.

Astonishing geyser waterfall Located on the Alaka River. The stormy waters of this waterfall, falling from the heights of the mountains, hit multiple ledges and foamed like geyser splashes. This was the reason for the name of this waterfall.

Over the years, the ledges have flabbed, but the name has not changed. In winter, the waterfall freezes and becomes like frozen foam or the beard of Santa Claus. An amazing sight.

The most mysterious and inaccessible waterfall - Golovkinsky Falls is located in the Alushta region. It is named in honor of its discoverer Nikolai Alexandrovich Golovkinsky. According to the stories of local residents, the place where this waterfall is located is called Yaman-Dere and translates as “unkind ravine”. For this reason, the waterfall was unknown for a long time, since none of the local residents risked going to the "unkind ravine."

The waterfall itself is located in a remote mountainous area. It has 8 thresholds.At the highest threshold at an altitude of 12 meters, the waterfall is divided into 2 streams. The water of these two streams falls with a roar along the other rapids, enthralling visitors to the waterfall, regardless of age.

Jurla Waterfall located in Alushta district near the village of Lavanda. Its name translates as "running water", which corresponds to reality. Water rushes down from an 8-meter height and, overcoming numerous rapids, reaches its bath. In the summer, the waterfall completely dries up, so you can admire it only in the spring.

Bosa Waterfall - the most visited waterfall in Crimea, as it is located in an easily accessible place on the Bosa river. In addition, it has the perfect architecture of a classic waterfall. Water from five meters in a stormy cascade falls, forming a crystal flower above the bowl, and calmly flows out of it, rushing down the stairs.

Three Cascade Baga Falls located in the Baydar Valley, near the village of Novobobrovka. The waterfall itself is located in a narrow gorge between the rocks, which makes access difficult, especially in the spring. But all efforts will be rewarded with a beautiful sight of a waterfall looping in three cascades.

In Sudak district, near the village of Lesnoye, the most picturesque place of Crimea is located - Forest Fairy waterfall. The whole territory is covered with virgin deciduous forests, in the center of which this miracle is located. It is this fact that makes it an inaccessible place.

In a modest forest ravine lurked a 2-cascade waterfall with a barely audible murmur of water. Calm and surprisingly beautiful, he really does not look like a fairy in a long evening white dress, which determined his name. The height of the waterfall is 9 meters, width - 4 meters.

Impassable deciduous forests make it difficult to get to this place, but having overcome them and going to an inconspicuous ravine, you can enjoy the pristine beauty of the wild nature of Crimea.

The waterfalls of the Luke Gorge are located among the rocks in the Yalta region. No hiking trails lead there. Only those who have at least basic mountaineering training can overcome this path. If you want to see these places, bring an experienced guide-instructor with you.

On both sides of the waterfall is surrounded by rocky steep slopes. The bottom is littered with stones and crossed by many benches of different sizes. The sight is not for the faint of heart, but the views of the wild mountain nature are worth it. Dcivilization’s achievements practically didn’t touch these places, therefore, one does not have to count on any paths.

The waterfall itself makes its way between the rocks and with a roar it falls down from two ledges. Echo only enhances sound sensations, giving the picture of nature a vibrant intonation.

Despite the great variety of waterfalls in the Crimea, few can boast of picturesque places. But there are such corners of the Crimean nature, having seen which you leave them in your memory for life. One such place is Uskutsky waterfall, located near the village of Krasnoselovka in a remote mountainous place.

Many who have been here note the complexity of the route, but having seen the virgin nature and the beauty of these places, they are ready to go all the way again. Here you will not find any parking, places for an overnight stay - all this is absent due to inaccessibility.

These places are often visited by history buffs and search squads. Here during the years of the Great Patriotic War an active guerrilla war was on. Until now, trackers are echoes of past battles.

Travel to these places is best planned in the spring, at least for two days. Although the Uskutsky waterfall belongs to full-flowing, in the spring it most clearly appears to visitors.For two days with an overnight stay, you can have time to admire the local nature and relax after a difficult road, as well as gain strength for the return trip.

Another example of the unique beauties of Crimea - Suatkan waterfall. It is located in the Bakhchisarai district near the village of Rich Gorge. Its height reaches 13 meters. Overcoming many ledges, he unleashes his waters in a small lake surrounded by a grove of relict trees - evergreen berry yews. This is a very ancient plant and it has been preserved only in such secluded places.

Cheremisovsky waterfalls in Belogorsky district are located near the village of Povorotnoye. They flow along the Lesser Crimean Canyon. Relate, like most Crimean waterfalls, to seasonal, so you need to admire them in spring or autumn in the rainy season.

The place around the waterfall is equipped. Fences and railings are installed in hazardous areas. Everyone who wants to enjoy the beauty of these places will be able to do this without much difficulty and restrictions.

Spring waterfall located near the village of Sokolinoe Bakhchisaray district. Its name speaks for itself. It is in the spring that it becomes full-flowing and can be seen even from the village. It takes its second name from the massif through which it flows. In some sources it is referred to as Boykinsky.

At the very top, it is divided into two equal flows. Their waters, as if racing, rush down into a deep bowl. Rock vegetation along the waterfall only enhances the impression of the beauty of these places.

In the Dead Gorge there is a small Green Moss Waterfall. Its structure is very simple, water rolls down from a 5-meter height over moss-covered stones. This area is fully equipped for visitors.

The only reason not to see this waterfall is seasonality. The full flow of a waterfall is highly dependent on weather conditions. It can exist only a few days a year.

To answer this question, you need to decide what you want to get from a vacation in Crimea. If you see the wild corners of nature with rare plants and pristine beauty, then you must go to seasonal waterfalls. If you just admire the beauties of nature without the expenditure of energy on the road and overcoming the route, then go to the deep waterfalls, equipped with all amenities for tourists.

For lovers of outdoor activities and thrills, inaccessible waterfalls in the mountains of Crimea are suitable. Having overcome all the difficulties of the route, you will be rewarded with views of the primeval nature in all its glory.

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