Where is the best place to stay in pike perch? Why would I live there or how to make the right choice of housing in Sudak

Do not forget about your own safety and the safety of your personal belongings. By following basic rules of behavior - on the beach, in crowded places, in the forest, in the mountains, you can avoid minor and major troubles.

Since seaside resorts have always been centers of attraction for various types of scammers, one must not lose vigilance in places with large concentrations of tourists - at attractions, in markets, on embankments and promenades of seaside cities.

Almost all incidents on the territory of the Crimean mountains and forests happen due to the arrogance and recklessness of tourists. Therefore, participants in excursions and hikes in the mountain-forest zone should follow some simple rules:

• Go to the mountains only with experienced guides who know the area, and if there are none nearby, stock up on large-scale maps of the area
• You should not go on a mountain hike in the evening
• You need to stick to the beaten path. Without experience and equipment, you should not try to overcome steep slopes, rocky ledges, conquer peaks, descend into caves, etc.
• Shoes must be sports, non-slip, regardless of the length of the route: sandals, heels and beach slippers are unacceptable
• It is worth taking with you matches, a folding knife, a couple of meters of rope, spare clothes, basic medicine

So that your beach holiday is not overshadowed by troubles, you need to remember:

• Holidays on “wild” beaches require caution: unequipped beaches abound with steep slopes to the water and overhanging cliffs
• You should use special sunscreens, especially in the middle of the day, while in direct sunlight.

Features of communication with Crimean Tatars

Crimea is a multinational republic. It is mostly inhabited by Russians (58.3%), Ukrainians (24.3%) and Crimean Tatars (12.1%). The Constitution stipulates that there are three official languages ​​in Crimea: Russian, Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar.

There are some nuances of communication with the Crimean Tatars, as part of the Crimean population professing Islam (Sunni), which tourists should keep in mind in order to avoid misunderstandings.

You need to understand that Crimean Tatars are very kind to old people and children. It is customary to address elders as “you,” even if the age difference between you and your opponent is very small. Interrupting the speaker is not acceptable. When invited to a Crimean Tatar house, shoes should be removed as close to the threshold as possible (the owners, as a rule, are very concerned about the cleanliness of the carpets that cover the entire area of ​​the home). It is not customary to come to visit empty-handed: you can bring treats for children, coffee for older people, but in no case should you bring alcohol with you - this is considered impolite. The conversation is dominated by topics about health, discussion of current affairs and plans for the future. You can please the owners by showing familiarity with the Crimean Tatar culture, for example, by using the expressions “Alla verse” (“God willing”) or “kysmet olsa” (“if luck is with you”). You can praise the hostess by speaking well about the home environment.

Because Crimean Tatars often speak loudly and quickly, they may seem aggressive. However, expressiveness is just a feature of speech, like the Spaniards or Italians. Most Crimean Tatars are peace-loving people open to positive communication. Experience shows that talking on the street of a Crimean resort with a Crimean Tatar is much easier than with a Slav.

Sudak is a small resort town located on the Black Sea coast in Crimea.

The city is located on the shore of the Sudak Bay of the same name, in the middle part of the southeastern coast of the Crimean Peninsula. The climate in Sudak is mild and arid, without sharp temperature fluctuations and is close to the climate of the southern coast of Crimea. Precipitation in Sudak is half as much as in Sudak, and there are more hours of sunshine per year. The resort (swimming) season in Sudak is one of the longest in Crimea, on average it lasts from early June to mid-October, July - August are considered especially hot months, at this time the air temperature can reach +38°C, and sea water coastal waters warm up to +24 - +25 degrees.

Warm summers accompanied by sun, a sea suitable for swimming, picturesque mountain landscapes and a variety of relatively inexpensive accommodation are the main reasons that make holidays in Sudak so attractive for many tourists.

Beaches and sea in Sudak

The beach strip in Sudak is quite long. The beaches stretch along Sudak Bay. The beaches, like the entrance to the sea, are gently sloping, with coarse gray sand mixed with pebbles. But all these seemingly advantages did not make Sudak attractive to us.

In our opinion, the beaches in the city center are far from decent and comfortable, and for the money you have to pay for a vacation, you can find much better and more developed places to relax.

Beaches in Sudak are a complex of beaches consisting of small beaches separated by breakwaters.

Basically, all beaches in Sudak are free and open during the day. However, beach equipment will have to be rented. The rental price depends on the specific beach. On average, the cost of renting a sun lounger is 100 rubles per hour, 250 rubles for 4 hours.

The beaches are also equipped with changing cabins, designated smoking areas, and medical and rescue posts. There are also beach activities, such as banana boat rides, tablet rides, catamaran rides, boat trips with swimming in the open sea, etc. are organized. Catamaran rental 600 rubles per hour.

From the beaches and the embankment you can see Fortress Mountain, with the Sudak/Genoese fortress located on it. The Genoese fortress in Sudak, one of the most ancient and preserved fortresses in Crimea. You can go for a walk around the territory of the fortress, but we will talk about this a little lower.

On one of the beaches, if you go to the fortress, the beach itself leaves much to be desired; you can take a banana boat on an excursion to the Fortress Mountain and visit the fortress itself, as well as to the New World, where you will have the opportunity to swim in a clean, secluded bay. At least the organizers of this event promise a clean bay, but we don’t know what’s really there. But judging by the frequency with which tourists from all over the area are taken to these bays, there is no smell of cleanliness and privacy there. The cost of a sea excursion is from 500 rubles per person.

Sea in Sudak

Since this is a bay, the sea in pike perch is mostly calm and warm; by June the water warms up to +19 - + 21°.

Sudak Bay brings both its advantages, sea water warms up early and retains heat for a long time, and some disadvantages. The downside is that since this is a bay, the water in the sea will be a little dirtier than on open beaches. In pike perch it is mainly a little algae and small jellyfish, but they do not interfere, the algae does not smell, and jellyfish are not always present and do not cause discomfort. What is more unpleasant is the small household garbage left by numerous tourists, of which there are quite a few in Sudak during the high season, and all this garbage is washed up near the breakwaters. Of course, all this dirt is a little, but unpleasant, so for swimming in Sudak it is better to choose places in the middle of the beaches and away from the breakwaters.

Embankment, food and prices in Sudak

An embankment stretches along the central beaches. The embankment is quite wide, making it pleasant to walk along it in the evening.

Walking along the embankment you will certainly see Fortress Hill with the Genoese fortress. In Sudak you can’t escape her; her appearance will follow you everywhere you go. And we recommend everyone to visit this fortress, it’s worth it. The fortress itself may not cause delight, but it will definitely add variety to a monotonous beach holiday, and the views from the observation decks of the fortress of the city, the sea and the surrounding area are quite picturesque.

On the embankment there are small cafes, restaurants and canteens, as well as souvenir shops and some entertainment.

At the foot of the mountain, market

Canteens are generally a separate issue in Crimea; they are in all the resort towns of Crimea at almost every turn; there are always a lot of people there, especially at lunchtime. The prices are reasonable, the food is average, but tourists prefer this type of food, it’s cheap and fast. For example, a portion of Ukrainian borscht in a restaurant serving Ukrainian cuisine in Sudak will cost from 200 rubles, and in a canteen from 60. They taste almost the same, only from the canteen one can cause heartburn, and from restaurant borscht the consequences are unlikely, at least that’s what I want believe.

Since we're talking about food and prices, let's continue this topic. In general, the food in Crimea and Sudak as well is not tasty. “Ah, Oh and Wow! How I ate”, you are unlikely to find anything like this.

Street food consists mainly of chebureks, various pastries, pizza, pancakes with fillings, shawarma, hot dogs, etc.

Fish and seafood

From this set, frog legs, shark, squid, shrimp, etc., you can choose as much as you want, and right here in front of you, for an additional fee, they can put it all on skewers and fry it on the grill.

Among the sweets, cakes and pastries, churchkhela, Turkish delight and halva are common. Turkish delight tastes better when it is in bulk, and not in beautiful gift wrappings.

Also in Sudak you can find cheeses of the Adyghe type in abundance.

The main square of the resort Sudak

Near the embankment there is a square with a fountain, cafes, restaurants and some entertainment for children, such as car rental.

Another of the many canteens

Shady square

And a monument

Where to take a walk in Sudak - walking street: Cypress Alley

Cypress Alley is a walking street in Sudak, connecting the city center, Lenin Street and the embankment. Cypress Alley was planted at the beginning of the last century. The alley contains souvenir shops selling souvenirs and resort goods, as well as cafes and restaurants.

There is an amusement park, shops, minimarkets and a small market where you can buy vegetables, fruits, berries and other goods.

Lenin Street and other streets of Sudak

One of the central streets of the city is Lenin Street. A pleasant green street for walking and living.

On the street there are hotels, banks, shops, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants

On Lenin Street, at the address: st. Lenina, 38 there is a large supermarket of the PUD grocery store chain (formerly ATB). This store offers a large selection of products and goods at the lowest prices in Sudak.

Where Lenin Street intersects with Feodosiyskaya Street, there is a Bus Station (bus station), where buses from other cities of Crimea arrive.

From the lower station of the bus station you can get to the Genoese fortress and the New World. Travel to the Genoese fortress costs 11-15 rubles.

Other streets in Sudak are less attractive

Sights, entertainment and excursions in Sudak

There are practically no attractions in the city of Sudak itself. The most famous is the Sudak/Genoese fortress of the 11th-14th centuries. You can walk from the city to the fortress in about 15 minutes or take a bus. Walking is more interesting. Entrance to the fortress is paid, the price of an adult ticket is 150 rubles. Read more about the Genoese fortress in Sudak and see photos here.

You can also visit :

New World and the Golinitsa trail. The Golitsyn Trail is an ancient mountain path, carved out on the slope of Koba-Kaya in 1912 for the arrival of Tsar Nicholas II by order of Prince Lev Sergeevich Golitsyn. Currently, there are daily excursions along it;

Cape Alchak/Alchak-Kaya nature reserve with the Aeolian Harp grotto;

Winery of the State Enterprise "Sudak", producing fine wines. The wines are not tasty, the excursion is not worth it (in our opinion, you may like it);

Bust of twice Hero of Socialist Labor M.D. Knyazeva;

The “Hill of Glory” monument, which is a mass grave of underground fighters, paratroopers and soldiers of the Great Patriotic War who died during the liberation of Sudak on April 14, 1944;

and simply admire the 19th century resort architecture and natural scenery.

In the vicinity of Sudak you can go on any excursion and visit all the famous sights of Crimea. You can go to the sights either on your own on buses or with a guided tour; they are sold at every step. In our opinion, visiting the sights on your own is a more interesting and exciting activity than going on a guided tour. Moreover, it is cheaper to go on your own. Buses run frequently, this shouldn't be a problem.

From family and children's entertainment, Water park "Sudak", located at: st. Gagarina, 79. The water park is open to the public in the summer.

How to get to Sudak

There are several ways to get to Sudak:

The fastest, most practical and comfortable, by plane to Simferopol, and from there by bus or taxi to Sudak. You can order a taxi/transfer on the website in advance, from home. At any time of the day, at the airport, a driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name and surname written on it. To order a taxi, just provide your flight details. You can also use the services of this taxi for sightseeing and trips around Crimea. The taxi will be waiting for you at your hotel at a time convenient for you;

Also by buses from other settlements of Crimea (, Kerch, etc.), or from cities of Ukraine and Russia;

Where to stay in Sudak

The private sector is developed in Sudak. A room costs from 350-500 rubles per person per night. You can rent such housing upon arrival by simply walking around the city/private sector and looking for signs “Housing”, “Housing for rent”, “Rooms”. If you search on your own in the private sector, you can find cheaper housing than through agents, who are plentiful on the city streets. For agents, as a rule, the price tag starts from 700 rubles per person per night.

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Sudak is a resort town on the Black Sea coast. It is located on the territory of the Crimean Peninsula, 50 km from. The northern part of the city abuts the mountains, in the south there is a coastal zone.

The climate is warm and arid. Sudak has the most sunny days than the entire peninsula; it rains very rarely.

The holiday season lasts from May to October, but you can swim in the sea from the beginning of July. The average temperature in summer is 28 °C, with possible heat of up to 40 °C.

Beaches in Sudak

The city operates several main beaches:

1. Mojito. There is a paid beach on the territory of which there is a cafe, a night club, and rental of catamarans and kayaks. It is filled with imported sand, so the coastal strip is protected by a concrete edge. Entrance will cost about one hundred rubles.

Mojito Beach

2. Port beach located on the west coast, on the outskirts of the bay. There is a small shopping area and changing rooms.

Port Beach

3. Beach near the Arzy restaurant equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers, which are rented by the hour. From the shore there is a view of the fortress.

Beach near Arzy cafe

4. City beach, or “Brigantine”, lies in the center of the bay. Here you can go water skiing, jet skiing, or sit in a coastal cafe. Equipped with everything necessary for relaxation: changing cabins, sun loungers, umbrellas, showers.

5. "Alchak" is included in the territory of the reserve, so entry will cost 100 rubles. The surface is rocky, with large boulders. The view from the shore opens onto steep cliffs and a through grotto.

Alchak Beach

6. Beaches of the Kapsel Valley located outside the city, covered with stones or sand. There are shallow areas that are suitable for families with children.

Kapsel Beach

7. Shore at the cape suitable for those who love wild sandy coasts. There are both soft and rocky bottoms. Diving tours often take place here; participants are invited to explore coral reefs, caves, and sunken anchors in Gravernaya Bay.

Meganom Beach

Sights and entertainment of Sudak and the surrounding area

• Sudak fortress;
• Golitsyn trail;
• cave monastery;
• city ​​Museum;
• sparkling wine factory and museum complex “New World”, located on;
• aquapark;
• diving and windsurfing clubs;
• stone beaches.

Sudak Fortress Museum: what to see

• Location: Fortress Mountain, Sudak
• Construction completion date: 1469
• Total area: 30 hectares
• Opening hours: during the holiday season from 8.00 to 20.00, the ticket office is open until 19.00
• Entry price: adult ticket - 200 rubles, children's - 100 rubles
• Availability of excursions: yes, approximate time - 40 minutes, cost 50 rubles.

The fortress structure consists of two parts - the outer and inner defense lines. The outer line is located on the northern part of the mountain. It includes 14 towers and the main gate. Previously, the wall ran along the gorge of Fortress Mountain and Polvani-Oba and captured 2 more towers, of which only the Port Tower has survived.

Sudak fortress

The main gate leads to the citadel. In the interior there is the Consular Castle - 2 towers connected by walls, forming an enclosed space. The Consular Tower, where the consul lived and worked, can only be entered through a restored suspension bridge. Among the furnishings, water storage rooms, a fireplace, and traces of hanging frescoes have been preserved.

In addition to the fortifications, restored temples are open to the public on the territory - the Temple of the 12 Apostles, an Armenian church and a mosque. Now they display household items of that time, icons and shrines, and weapons of defense.

You can climb to the fortress only on foot; exploring the entire territory will take about 4 hours.

Cave monastery: what it is and where it is located

Guest House Karina

2. Guest House Consular Courtyard. Located in the center of Sudak, at the address: u. Consular, 34. It features a swimming pool, sauna, free Wi-Fi and parking. Cost of living - from 2800 rub. per day for a double room.

Based on personal experience, I will try to convey to you as much useful information as possible regarding holidays in Sudak, namely about the most important thing - about housing.

When looking for housing in Sudak, I decided to use the following scheme:

Finding the area with the largest concentration of private landlords in Sudak - this is what I did at home, after monitoring the Internet.

Arrive in the area and walk the streets in search of visually pleasing housing (view of the neighboring hotel or the sea, the presence of a balcony or swimming pool, numerous vegetation in the garden, etc.)

Knock on the door of your favorite private house and negotiate with the owner on a price that is favorable for both of you.

Where to rent housing in Sudak.

After walking around the city for almost a month, I can draw the following conclusions.

1) If you need a quiet hotel near the sea, then feel free to consider streets such as: Admiralskaya, Gagarina, Tavricheskaya, it’s calm there, the sea is close, but there are no large shops, but there are many small ones, you can buy food. If you come across a hotel on Gul-Tepe Street or Firey Mountain, it’s fine, but it’s on the mountain, keep this in mind. And there are almost no shops there at all.

2) For lovers of active, hectic recreation, as well as the urban pace of life, you need to look for housing near such streets as Biruzova, Yablonevaya and Lenina in the very center of Sudak. The dynamic rhythm of life is given by a huge number of all kinds of clubs, large and small shops, and there is also a market and a temple.

3) The part of the city that is closer to the Genoese fortress is Morskaya Street and the surrounding area, Turistskoe and Kurortnoe highways, but there are not very many shops there either, but it is still closer to the city than point 1

Sudak can also be divided into several conventional zones according to the distance to the sea and the beach.

Let's say you're looking for housing near the bus station. In principle, this is an acceptable option, but far from the best: waiting for a minibus at a bus stop and spending 15-20 minutes on public transport on the way to the sea, and then also back, is not for me personally. We rate this housing option in Sudak a C grade.

The central part of Sudak, somewhere between the bus station and the embankment. In this review I will not indicate the names of streets and not particularly important objects, since in order to get acquainted with such information, you can use an interactive or regular map. In general, the central part is closer to the sea, but this is not ideal. I give it a 4.

Take off housing in Sudak in close proximity to the embankment- already much better. This item deserves a 4 plus. Why? It’s not hard to guess: 2-3 minutes – and you’re on the beach. The disadvantage of this option is also obvious. Price)))

Now - about the option housing near Cape Alchak. I do not advise. The sea is a couple of kilometers away, this is the first nuance. The second is algae, some kind of thin, long and nasty on the beaches in the immediate vicinity of the cape.

And the last option to rent housing while vacationing in Sudak is Cozy. Here is 5 (five) with a fatty plus. This is a village separated from the main part of Sudak by a fortress, where we lived during our vacation. Quiet, calm, cozy, much less traffic, next to the fortress, which you see when you go out in the morning to have breakfast, drink coffee and smoke. From there, a 10-15 minute walk and you are at the sea. But if you want, you can go to the beaches along the embankment, or to the beaches in the other direction.

Sudak has a fairly developed infrastructure of temporary residence places. In terms of the number of mini-hotels and guest houses, it ranks first among all resorts on the Crimean coast. So you won’t have any problems choosing an accommodation option. However, it is worth considering that not all hotels are located in close proximity to the beaches. There are three main lines of hotels along the coast that are in greatest demand. But, besides them, you can find other offers, more distant, but also cheaper. In general, a holiday in Sudak at prices for 2019, despite its high popularity, cannot be called quite expensive. Rather, this is the middle price segment. In remote areas, prices will be even lower, although the service infrastructure is strikingly different from traditional “hotel” areas.

How to get there

Sudak is located in the center of the southeastern coast of Crimea. It is equidistant from two large resort cities - Alushta and Feodosia - which are about 45 km away. The river of the same name flows through the city and flows into Sudak Bay. The western side borders on Fortress Mountain, and the eastern side faces Cape Alchak. The northern side is limited by the ridge of the Crimean ridge and is densely covered with oak and beech forests.

You can get to Sudak in quite a few different ways, the most convenient of which are:

• take a train or fly to Simferopol, and from there take a direct bus to Sudak. The duration of the transfer takes approximately the same time as to Yalta;
• get to Feodosia by train, and then by bus and minibus to Sudak. This route is considered the shortest and most acceptable;
• take an intercity bus to Alushta, and from there move to Sudak.

general information

Sudak is a fairly large city in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, which has official resort status. Its municipality includes a number of seaside villages, of which the most famous can be called Novy Svet. More than 15,000 people permanently live in the city. In addition to serving vacationers, there are two more main specializations in Sudak - winemaking and rose oil production. So, when you come on vacation to Sudak, you will have the opportunity to try this unique product.

The origin of the name is not known for certain. The main version is a translation from Scythian-Sarmatian, meaning “sacred”, “immaculate”, although there are other options.

The history of Sudak dates back to the 2nd century AD. It was founded by the Sugds, a people that was part of the Adyghe group. In the Middle Ages, Greeks and Italians began to settle in the city, contributing to the development of trade here. Sudak reached its heyday in the 13th century, becoming one of the main transit points of the Great Silk Road. The city became part of the Russian Empire in 1783, and since then winemaking began to actively develop here, and even the first winemaking school in Russia appeared.

What to do on vacation

On vacation in Sudak you can not only enjoy quartz sandy beaches. Thanks to its rich history, the city has preserved many interesting architectural structures from various periods. In addition, there is a rich natural landscape, and a paradise for lovers of fine wines. First of all, it is recommended to find time to visit:

• Genoese fortress of the 11th century. A fairly well-preserved architectural object of that period, which will tell a lot of interesting things about the “trading” life of the city in the Middle Ages;
• Cape Alchak. This is not just a cape, but an ancient coral reef, from where there is an excellent view of the bay and the Aeolian Harp - a rock in the sea with a large hole of natural origin;
• the Sudak winery, part of the Massandra complex, which produces a number of fine wines;
• Sudak water park - one of the most modern water attractions on the South Coast.

Beaches

The coastline along the central line of city blocks is quite demarcated. Many beaches are departmental and closed. Many have paid access. As such, there is no municipal free beach. Or rather, it is quite small (like the rest) and absolutely not equipped. So, it’s better to pay and use the services of one of the sanatorium beaches. In the suburb area, as well as on Cape Alchak and further towards Feodosia, there are many excellent wild beaches. True, it’s longer to get there from city blocks.

Latest reviews about holidays in Sudak

Good afternoon to everyone who is planning their vacation in Crimea! There is a large selection of offers - hotels and private inns! I recommend not to waste time searching and choosing when there are proven places that I would like to recommend for relaxation! We have stayed at the Karadeniz Hotel 3 times already, and we hope not the last! Excellent combination of price and quality! Friendly hosts who offer free soft drinks upon arrival! Move in as quickly as possible! The rooms are clean, there is air conditioning, TV and everything you need, you can cook yourself, but I recommend local cuisine!!! The female chefs cook superbly, everything is very tasty and varied, according to your order, your suggestions on the menu are welcome! At first we tried to eat in different places on the embankment, but... no comparison, we couldn’t find better cuisine than here! The hotel has a bar, excellent red wine, chacha, beer! As for the sea: we went to Medvezhonok beach, the water there is the cleanest, and if you pack up and go to Meganom beach (the price of a bus ride is 50 rubles, you can also take a taxi), then this is aerobatics! the bus passes every hour, you just need to ask the locals where the stop is. We compared prices in stores located near our home and in the market in Sudak, there is not much difference. It’s better to buy fruit in the evening, when you go for a walk on the embankment, there you can meet local residents selling fruit, you can easily negotiate a price with them! I recommend taking a walk along the embankment in the evening, there is live music everywhere, but don’t let your guard down, keep your money away. During the day, be sure to go to the Genoese fortress and the water park! In general, 2-3 days in Sudak and you will find out everything yourself, and also... don’t hesitate to ask the hotel owners Aider and Bekir, they will be happy to tell you everything and answer any question! Have a nice holiday!!!