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The Crimean peninsula is an ideal place for the most demanding tourist. There is sea, sun, mountains and many amazing and picturesque places. Among them are both man-made sights and beauty created by nature. Today I will tell you about the places that the locals advise you to visit. There are probably several corners in the list that will open up the Black Sea Peninsula from a new side for you.

Balaclava

The Crimean city of Balaklava was first mentioned by Homer. He calls it a quiet bay hidden behind rocky mountains, so there are no big waves here. Since even the ancient Greek poet was in this city, when the trip to Crimea took several years, residents of the XXI century should definitely visit here.

Among the main attractions of the city is the Cembalo Fortress. Its history begins in the XIV century, when the colonialists came to Crimea. The view that opens near the main tower explains why the territory of Balaklava has always been a tasty morsel for all conquerors.

Also in Balaklava, you should visit the Naval Museum. A place for him was cut into the rock to repair submarines. For a long time, the object was classified, and the city was not on the map at all. It is believed that the building is impregnable even in the event of a bombing raid. But now everyone can visit the city and admire the impregnable fortresses.

Lost World Beach

Near Balaklava there is a picturesque kilometer-long piece of land. On three sides, this part of the Black Sea coast is surrounded by impregnable rocks, and on the fourth, it is washed by the waves of the Black Sea. Because of this isolation, it is not crowded and quiet. Once on this beach, everyone can feel as if they are on a desert island, and fully relax from the bustle of the city.

You can get to the Lost World from Balaklava by boat, boat and even an air mattress. Some people get to the beach on their own - for this you need to swim a hundred meters around the promontory of Cape Aya. Climbers can visit this place by going down from the cliffs. But you should be careful - sharp ledges cut the ropes.

Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall

The deepest waterfall in Crimea is especially popular among the guests of the peninsula. The peculiarity of Dzhur-Dzhura is that, unlike other Crimean waterfalls that feed on rainwater, it does not dry out even in the driest time. It originates from the Ulu-Uzen River, which falls along the rapids of the Khapkhal gorge.

You can get to this picturesque place from the Generalskoe village, which is located near Alushta. If you are not afraid of difficulties and are ready to climb the mountains on your own two, then you will have to walk about 12 kilometers in one direction. If such a climb is not for you, contact the locals. They will gladly take you to the very pit of the waterfall.

Safari park "Taigan"

In the Crimean safari park Taigan you can watch the life of 60 lions, 40 tigers and hundreds of other animals, including giraffes, crocodiles, monkeys, roe deer, and camels. Such a live 3D tour will leave an unforgettable experience for you and your children.

Since the territory of the park is quite extensive, more than 30 hectares, there is a hotel complex where you can stay overnight to continue your excursion in the morning. After the walk, you should have a meal in local cafes. Such a meal surrounded by wild animals will surely be remembered for a long time. Do not forget to take a ride on the Ferris wheel - from it you can see the entire territory of the park and a picturesque view of the White Mountain and the local reservoir opens up.

The road to Taigan Park is only 40 km from Simferopol to Belogorsk. You can get there either by your own car or by using the services of local entrepreneurs and tour operators.

Chersonesos

The ancient ruins of the ancient city of Chersonesos are located just 3 kilometers from Sevastopol. The surviving columns will make everyone think about the power of history and those periods when they were really built for centuries and worked conscientiously.

Once upon a time, Prince Vladimir of Kiev was baptized here. Therefore, in addition to the ruins, in Chersonesos you can visit the most beautiful Vladimir Cathedral, decorated in the Byzantine style.

Do not forget to throw a pebble into the Kherson bell, which is considered a symbol for all Sevastopol sailors. In the old days, its sound served as a signal in bad weather. During the tour, you will be sure to be told a romantic story associated with it.

There is also a preserved ancient theater on the territory of Chersonesos. In summer, you can watch interesting open-air performances, performances and festivals here.

In addition to its historical value, Chersonesos is attractive because it offers a picturesque panorama of the city of Sevastopol. Here you can also swim in the sea and feel like a real archaeologist by taking part in the expedition.

Panorama "Defense of Sevastopol"

It is worth coming to Sevastopol not only for the sake of Chersonesos. This sea city leaves no one indifferent. After inspecting the ships in the Sevastopol Bay, be sure to visit Panorama. This is the name of the museum dedicated to the defenders of the city from the French and British in the 19th century. This is a huge picture that surrounds you from all sides. Climbing the spiral staircase to the observation deck, you can see it in more detail. The subject foreground will create the effect of being present at the battle for Sevastopol.

Interestingly, during the Second World War, the museum was attacked, but the residents of the city managed to save and take out the fragments of the exposition. After the end of the war, Panorama was restored and a new, equally impressive canvas was opened. Any local will gladly tell you how to get to the museum.

Vorontsov Palace

The majestic building for Count Vorontsov was built in the first half of the 19th century according to the drawings of Eduard Blore. This architect also designed Westminster Abbey and part of Buckingham Palace in London. For many years the palace was the ancestral home of the Vorontsov family. After the nationalization by the Bolsheviks, a museum of Russian art was created here, to which the most famous paintings, expensive dishes and furniture from all over the Union were brought.

Near the palace there is another man-made creation, which is called a local landmark - Vorontsovsky Park. A variety of plants are collected here, from which picturesque flower beds and flower beds are formed. Fountains, grottoes, waterfalls, sunny glades, spread over an area of ​​40 hectares, will surprise you with their luxury and grandeur.

The Vorontsov Palace and the park of the same name are located in the resort town of Alupka on the southern coast of Crimea.

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The swallow's nest is the name of the castle located on the very edge of the Aurora rock. In appearance, the building resembles a medieval castle in the Gothic style and it seems as if this most recognizable symbol of the southern coast of Crimea is about to fall into the sea. Don't be afraid! The foundation of the palace is securely reinforced with concrete slabs. However, the feeling of height inside the building does not leave any tourist.

The history of the castle has many exciting stories that the guides of the museum will tell you with great pleasure. According to one of them, the building was called "the castle of love" and was built for the beloved of the German oil baron. Visit the Swallow's Nest and learn more about this amazing story!

The castle is located 20 kilometers from the city of Yalta. You can get to it both by your own and by public transport.

The true pearl of the Black Sea is the Republic of Crimea. This is one of the most beautiful corners of modern Russia. Due to the variety of natural beauty, distinctive history and mild climate, the peninsula has attracted millions of tourists for more than a decade. Here there is everything that even the most sophisticated vacationer, curiosity seeker and incorrigible romantic dreams of. Enchanting landscapes are created by majestic mountains, picturesque bays, beautiful beaches, cliffs, caves, forest reserves and an abundance of vegetation.

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The territory of the peninsula is penetrated by an extensive network of highways. Routes to the famous resorts of Crimea run through steppe regions and steep mountain serpentines. While in cities and towns, you can leave your car in the parking lot and go on an exciting walk. Most of the Crimea's attractions are located along the vast coastal strip of the peninsula.

Kerch

At the eastern end of the peninsula is the hero-city of Kerch, the historical chronicle of which has been going on since the 6th century BC. This small port site has been of great strategic importance from time immemorial. The city stands on the strait of the same name, connecting the waters of the Black and Azov seas. Fierce battles were fought for the possession of this piece of land, as evidenced by the walls of the fortresses of Yeni-Kale and Kerch. Citadels are masterpieces of the fortification art of the 18th-19th centuries.

Kerch is famous for its abundance of historical sights. On one of the well-groomed seaside streets there is the Church of St. John the Baptist. The Byzantine style church was built in the 8th century. Mount Mithridates rises in the center of the city, the top of which is definitely worth climbing. In fact, it is a 92-meter-high hill. To get to the highest point of the mountain, you need to climb 436 steps of a staircase decorated with sculptures of griffins (mythical winged predators) and vases. From the slope, tourists can see an amazing view of the city, immersed in greenery, the obelisk of glory to the Soviet troops, the "eternal flame", as well as unique antique ruins.

Feodosia

The eastern resort of Crimea - Feodosia hospitably welcomes its guests. The city, located at the junction of mountains and steppes, attracts tourists with beautiful landscaped streets with picturesque parks, magnificent sandy beaches and cultural and historical museums.

The hallmark of Feodosia is the embankment with a characteristic architectural flavor. The appearance of the main street of the resort is determined by the villas of the 19th century. The facades of the buildings are decorated with columns, arches, towers and balustraded terraces. Shrubs and flower beds are planted along the alleys. Near the embankment, there are picturesque parks where you can relax in the shade of trees. Walking around the city, you can see many monuments, ancient churches, fountains and playgrounds.

A visit to the National Art Gallery named after I.K. Aivazovsky. The richest collection of seascapes is located in the personal home of the world famous artist born in Feodosia. You can also visit the museum of another talented master - the writer A.S. Green. This is a literary and memorial institution that demonstrates to visitors the atmosphere in which the famous romantic writer lived and worked.

Sunny Valley

Tourists who prefer solitude with the surrounding nature without hustle and bustle will really like the village of Solnechnaya Dolina. This place, located 12 kilometers from Sudak and 3 kilometers from the sea, is considered one of the least populated in Crimea, even in the midst of the summer season. Harsh huge rocks, forming a group of picturesque cliffs, tightly surround the settlement and protect the area from cold winds. Forest plantations and vineyards set a special tone for the local landscape.

The best varieties of grapes are grown in the Sun Valley, which is facilitated by a special microclimate. It is warm and sunny for more than 300 days a year, and there is also little rainfall. The heart of the village is the winery named after Prince L.S. Golitsyn, founded by him in 1880. Among the abundance of exotic plants and flower beds are hidden long tunnels of cellars with barrels and bottles of the noble drink. In the tasting room, tourists are offered to experience the unique flavor of several varieties of wines.

The nearest pebble and sandy beach is located in the village of Pribrezhnoe. Along the coastal strip you can find guest houses for vacationers and a green alley with stalls and small cafes.

New World

Among the juniper groves and pine forests, framed by majestic cliffs, there is a small town - New World. The coastline is cut with cozy windless bays, in which Ottoman pirates have sheltered their ships for a long time. The winding serpentine roads penetrate the hilly reliefs that surround the village. The resort was born thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit of Prince Lev Golitsyn, who founded a winery here in 1878. Barrels of wine were kept in the caves of the rock formations.

The amazingly beautiful landscapes of the New World make a memorable impression on travelers. Tourists are advised to walk along the Golitsyn trail to see the breathtaking Crimean nature. The road is made of stone steps cut out on the side of the mountain, fenced with a curb. The trail is 3 kilometers long and runs along a cliff over the edge of the sea coast and under high rock canopies. Overcoming the path, you can visit the grotto beaten out by the waves in the rock. Its height is 30 meters. The cavity of the cave is occupied by stone arches.

The end point of the Golitsyn trail is Cape Kapchik. The rocky ledge resembles the outline of a lizard quenching thirst with the waters of the Black Sea. This is a natural border between two bays with steep mountains. The sea waters here amaze with their transparency and the cleanliness of the pebble beaches pleasantly surprises. The highest coral reef in Europe - Mount Sokol (472 meters) rises nearby.

Zander

The sunny city of Sudak is located in the coastal mountainous area of ​​the southeast of the peninsula. The resort is great for families with children. There are many sandy beaches, as well as a gentle and safe entrance to the sea. A narrow alley of cypress trees leads to the lively and well-maintained embankment, teeming with entertainment establishments. There are pleasant places where you can spend time in a measured way surrounded by lush subtropical vegetation.

The main symbol of Sudak is the legendary Genoese fortress. This is a unique architectural monument of medieval Crimea, erected at the turn of the XIV-XV centuries by colonialists from the Genoese Republic. The citadel stretches along a steep cliff, from where a picturesque view of the city's outskirts opens, and occupies 30 hectares of territory. The fortress structure consists of powerful battlements and quadrangular towers, the height of which reaches 15 meters. The historical building blends harmoniously with the sea and mountain landscape.

Alushta

You can walk through the historical and memorable places where the legendary "Prisoner of the Caucasus" was filmed in one of the best resorts on the southern coast of Crimea - Alushta. The city is surrounded by a chain of majestic mountain ranges, which contributes to the constant circulation of air currents. The long and wide central embankment is dotted with fluffy crowns of evergreen conifers, under which rows of benches are lined. In addition to a separate alley with restaurants, the city's iconic symbols are located on the embankment. This is a rotunda with six columns, a monument to the Olympic "Bear", a fountain "Boy with a fish" and a large park with an abundance of vegetation and flower beds.

The surroundings of Alushta deserve attention. You should definitely visit the Valley of Ghosts on the slopes of Mount Demerdzhi. This is literally a natural open-air museum, where, as a result of weathering, huge stone pillars took bizarre shapes. The thick fog settling on the valley gives the figures a special mystery. Walking through these places, you can see the famous tree from where the hero of Yuri Nikulin threw nuts. The rock formations of the valley, which have their own names, are mesmerizing. For example, you can see the rock "Catherine's Head" as it resembles the profile of the Empress.

In 30 kilometers from Alushta there is an amazingly beautiful temple of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. The church, erected in the form of a lighthouse, is dedicated to the lost travelers at sea. The temple is crowned with a gold cross instead of a dome. In the basement of the shrine, there is a unique museum of maritime disasters, in which the walls and ceilings are decorated with shipwrecks.

Yalta

The most famous and popular resort of the Republic of Crimea is the unsurpassed Yalta, which is definitely worth a visit. This is the visiting card of the southern coast of the peninsula. Mountain ranges, landscaped parks and squares, palm and cypress groves, the azure Black Sea and many interesting places, full of attractions, give a special ambiance to this city.

The long seafront promenade of Yalta is a favorite street of tourists and locals, where you can take a pleasant walk, admiring the natural beauty. Alleys of palm and coniferous trees, sculptural compositions, marinas with yachts and many entertainments for every taste delight the eye here. Along the promenade lined up in a long line of ancient buildings of the XIX century, the facades of which are decorated with columns and roof balustrades. The embankment is favored by street musicians and artists.

While in Yalta, there is an opportunity to go on an air trip by cable car, which passes over the old streets of the city. Tiny double cabins climb up to Darsan Hill. During the trip, you can see the gilded domes of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and historical buildings. An amazing panoramic view of the city opens from a height of 138 meters.

The park and palace complex in the village of Massandra, which is 5 kilometers from the center of Yalta, will leave pleasant impressions. On a mountain slope, surrounded by forests and well-groomed alleys, stands the castle built for the Emperor Alexander III. The beautiful architecture of the three-storey palace is delightful. The facade is decorated with galleries, balconies, towers with spiers. The terraces are framed by balustrades with flowerpots. In front of the building there is a small artificial pond with goldfish and a fountain. Those who wish can inspect the interior decoration of the premises and get acquainted with the conditions of the tsarist life of those times.

Gaspra

The famous symbol of Crimea "Swallow's Nest" is located in the cozy resort village of Gaspra, 12 kilometers from Yalta. This place attracts vacationers with its picturesque landscapes and beneficial maritime climate. The village is literally covered with mountain ranges, so cold winds do not reach here. The town is dotted with garden and park complexes, in which palaces, fortresses and estates are located.

The famous structure "Swallow's Nest" was erected on a steep forty-meter cliff of Cape Ai-Todor in 1912. The Gothic architectural style of the castle with its characteristic crenellated camps and lancet windows recalls the times of the valiant knights of the Middle Ages. The palace is crowned with a round tower with spiers.

Alupka

The city of Alupka, located between the magnificent Mount Ai-Petri and the sparkling Black Sea, seemed to stand still in silence and tranquility. Here, enchanting landscapes are saturated with lush vegetation, and the combination of coniferous and sea air creates a healing boost of energy.

Alupka owes its popularity to the Governor-General of the Novorossiysk Territory M.S. Vorontsov. In the first half of the 19th century, on the initiative of the count, a luxurious castle was erected, which is framed by a fragrant subtropical park with exotic plants and ornate paths. Vorontsov Palace is a majestic and austere monumental complex that combines several architectural styles at once.

The southern facade includes elements of oriental architecture. These are arches covered with stucco ornaments, thin columns, low minarets and open terraces with sculptures. The northern facade of the palace is decorated in the medieval Gothic style, which is characterized by battlements, round and quadrangular towers, pinnacles and protruding polyhedral columns.

The program of walking in Alupka is unthinkable without climbing to the top of Mount Ai-Petri. Its mighty stone walls rise to the sky at 1234 meters. You can climb up by cable car or by car, overcoming a winding mountain serpentine. During an independent trip along the picturesque road, you will meet famous mountain objects: Uchan-Su waterfall, Turtle Lake and Silver gazebo. Once on a plateau covered with trees, a breathtaking panorama opens up in front of tourists.

Sevastopol

The legendary naval port of Sevastopol is located on the western coast of Crimea along several bays. Inspired by the spirit of historical glory and great accomplishments, the hero city is replete with numerous attractions that will not leave anyone indifferent. The architectural ensembles of the city reflect the greatness, valor and honor of the Russian people.

It is worth starting the walk from the central square of Nakhimov. Here, attention is drawn to the monument to Admiral Pavel Nakhimov, a memorial defense wall with a relief image of a warrior, an alley of glory and the "Eternal Flame".

Next to the square is the Grafskaya pier, the main entrance of which is a snow-white colonnade with a massive attic, built in 1846. Going down to the sea along a wide staircase, you can see a monument to the sunken ships 20 meters from the coast. The monument is presented in the form of a seven-meter column set on a granite rock and crowned with a bronze eagle.

Grafskaya quay smoothly turns into the embankment, from where a panoramic view of the Sevastopol Bay opens. The powerful Mikhailovskaya and Konstantinovskaya batteries, which provide protection from the entry of the enemy fleet into the sea area of ​​the city, will stand out. Pleasant impressions are left by Primorsky Boulevard, which is adjoined by a picturesque alley with lawns, trees, fountains and numerous architectural structures. There is a theater, a palace of culture, an oceanarium and a dolphinarium.

The museum complex "35th Coastal Battery" should be a must-see point of view of the hero-city. During the defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942, the fortress with artillery guns in the Cossack Bay to the last resisted the fascist invaders. On the territory of the complex there are two battery towers, a pantheon in memory of the heroes of the defense, artifacts of weapons and military equipment.

In the vicinity are the largest ancient Greek ruins of cultural value for mankind. This is the national archaeological reserve Chersonesos-Tavrichesky. Tourists have a unique opportunity to stroll through the city, founded in 420 BC. On a vast territory of more than 500 hectares of land, there are ancient ruins, columns, fragments of buildings and structures. A significant place in Chersonesos is the Cathedral of St. Vladimir. According to legend, Prince Vladimir converted to Christianity here in 988.

Bakhchisarai

The once capital of the Crimean Khanate, which existed under the patronage of the Ottoman Empire until 1783, is located in a mountain gorge among dense vegetation and far from the coast. This is the picturesque city of Bakhchisarai. Narrow streets with small old houses immerse you in the atmosphere of antiquity.

The main pearl of the city is the vast residential area of ​​the Crimean Khanate. This is a palace complex of buildings that forms a labyrinth of unique oriental buildings. The two-storey buildings are decorated with openwork window grilles, high minarets, galleries and paintings reflecting the traditions of Tatar culture. On the territory of the complex there are gardens, fountains, gazebos, utility buildings, a harem, a stable, baths, a falcon tower and a mosque.

Walking through the small rooms of the khan's residence, you can pay attention to oriental luxury. The halls of the palace are decorated with bright floral ornaments, decorative patterns, and carpets. In addition, there is a museum of culture, art, history of the Crimean Tatars.

After getting acquainted with the traditions and way of life of the Crimean Khan, it is recommended to go to Chufut-Kale. This is one of the masterpieces of cave cities, located on a rocky plateau of a sheer cliff 600 meters high. Here in the Middle Ages lived mainly Karaites, professing a religious teaching similar to Judaism. In the stone formations, utility and living quarters are skillfully cut. At the time of the Crimean Khanate, a mint was located in the cave fortress.

Simferopol

Simferopol is the capital of the Republic of Crimea and the gateway to the peninsula that welcomes tourists arriving at the international airport. An exciting journey by car begins here. A highly developed transport network of roads leads to absolutely any resort areas of the Crimea. Most travelers are often carried away by a trip to the coast, so Simferopol is left without proper attention. However, the city has something to see and where to walk.

The central street is Lenin Square, where a monument to the leader of the proletariat, the building of the government of the republic and the academic theater are erected. You should walk along the pedestrian Pushkin Street. The boulevard is lined with old buildings from the 19th century. Park named after Gagarin is replete with vegetation, manicured lawns, fountains, monuments, memorials, benches and entertainment areas with attractions. The central part of the vast territory of the park is occupied by a lake with a small island in the middle, which can be reached by catamaran.

The refined Vorontsov park with a botanical garden, rich in flowers and rare plants, is worthy of attention. More than 200 types of roses of all colors of the rainbow are grown here. In the garden, you can retire in gazebos, walk along narrow forest paths or along wide alleys under the crowns of tall trees. On the territory of the park there is a small estate of Count Vorontsov with classical columns. The visiting card of Simferopol is the railway station, built in 1951. The majestic building is decorated with a clock tower and a graceful arcade gallery. The architectural ensemble forms a courtyard with a broken square and a fountain.

Evpatoria

The amazing resort Evpatoria is one of the few Crimean cities that combines comfort, entertainment and cultural monuments of architecture. Wonderful sandy beaches, marvelous beautiful parks, a refined promenade with endless entertainment venues and various historical buildings evoke enthusiastic feelings among tourists.

Evpatoria is famous for its religious architectural buildings. You can see the multi-domed Juma-Jami mosque, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, the temple complex of the ancient Karaites, the Armenian church, and the synagogue. Shrines reflecting the cultural heritage of different nations amaze with beautifully designed facades. The city is full of sculptures and monuments dedicated to the historical past, famous figures, fairy-tale characters. For lovers of active and cultural recreation, there is a water park, a dolphinarium, a zoo, a theater and a museum.

Cape Tarkhankut

Cape Tarkhankut is the pearl of the western part of the peninsula. This place attracts tourists with its pristine nature untouched by civilization. The lack of vegetation is compensated for by numerous coastal rocks rising vertically up from the sea. For a thousand years, waves and wind have carved caves, arches and bizarre boulders along the coast.

Among the enchanting landscape, the natural aquarium "Chalice of Love" deserves attention. This picturesque place is a heart-shaped pool surrounded by boulders. The bowl is filled with water thanks to an underwater tunnel pierced by waves in the coastal cliffs.

The coast is mesmerizing with the incredible beauty of bays, wild beaches and emerald waters of the Black Sea. On the sun-scorched steppe area of ​​Cape Tarkhankut, there are no buildings and signs of villages, which creates a special flavor. Arriving by car, you can pitch a tent on a steep rock or on a sandy shore and enjoy your vacation away from the bustle of the city, noisy crowds of tourists and festive Crimean embankments.

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The mysterious, magical, amazingly beautiful Crimea has many faces, it is not for nothing that it is called “the world in miniature”, because there is everything here: steppe and mountains, green valleys and medicinal lakes, protected forests and beautiful parks, beautiful palaces, noble estates and amazing natural monuments, mysterious caves and cultural monuments of long-lost peoples, the sea with its beaches and underwater caves.

Look at the map of Crimea: the interior of the peninsula is occupied by a steppe, mountain ranges are concentrated in its southern part, and all this is surrounded by the sea on all sides. Many of the most beautiful places in Crimea are located on the coast, but there are also many that lie away from tourist trails and cannot be reached by transport.

This wild peninsula, one of the most beautiful places in Crimea, is located in its westernmost point and, probably, will remain the place with which a person will never do anything. It just can't. The steep cliffs are too formidable, its underwater caves are too deep.

The sea here is so clear that standing high on the cliff, you can see the stones at the bottom. But the most amazing sight will open from the sea: huge through grottoes cut through the rocks, caves hide behind high arches, and the rocks are twisted into the most inconceivable figures. From time to time, the tireless surf and wind bring down a part of the rocky coast, and then a new cliff of fantastic appearance appears in this beautiful place of Crimea.

Atlesh, the reserved area of ​​Tarkhankut is made up of white limestone rocks, over the processing of which the ingenious sculptor, nature, has been working for centuries. He fantastically cut the line of the coast, giving the rocks of this beautiful place of Crimea amazing shapes:

• Turtle - A large rock jutting out into the sea, it really looks like a giant turtle looking out to sea.
• The Chalice of Love is a rock in the form of a round pool. Its depth is 6 meters, and you can only get to it through an underwater tunnel.
• A 150-meter, completely unexplored cave, which can only be entered in one way: swim under a rock hanging over the sea.

Ak-Kaya (White Rock)

A huge white cliff is located in the Belogorsk region of Crimea, in the valley of the Biyuk Kara-Su river. The huge stone plateau ends with a sheer wall 150 meters high. The rock, hanging over the valley, is especially beautiful in the rays of the setting sun. Once it was the seabed, and its layers are a kind of chronicle of the past 70 million years. A close look will surely notice fossilized mollusks, sea urchins, crabs, and in the youngest layers that are on the surface of the plateau, there are shark teeth, whale and seal bones.

Koyashskoe lake

This amazingly beautiful and salty lake in Crimea lies in the south of the Kerch Peninsula. In summer, algae living in the lake color its water pink, and the higher the temperature, the more intense the color becomes. The shores of this beautiful place of Crimea are covered with crystals of salt, smelling of violets, and on the water surface there are bizarre salt icebergs. Only a narrow strip of sandy beach separates the pink from the Black Sea.

Balaklava Bay

There is no other such beautiful place in Crimea as this bay. It is sandwiched between two mountains and juts out into the land to a depth of 1.5 kilometers. The entrance to it is not only very narrow, but also imperceptible from the side of the sea. The unique shape of the bay in the form of the English letter S makes it the quietest harbor even during a severe storm at sea. You can admire this beautiful place in Crimea from the top of a mountain on the eastern coast, where the ruins of the ancient Genoese fortress Chembalo are preserved.

New World

This is the name of a small village near Sudak. When the car passes the last turn, an unusually beautiful place opens up before your eyes, defiantly beautiful even for the Crimea itself. The Eagle and Falcon mountains protect the New World from the winds, and the air is saturated with phytoncides of pines and junipers. Three bays of this beautiful place in Crimea - Green, Blue and Blue - fascinate with the purity and transparency of their waters, and mountain paths and grottoes give a unique charm.

Demerdzhi

Among the most beautiful places in Crimea is the amazing mountain range, which was once the seabed. When the stone ridge rose from the sea, the sun and wind created bizarre stone sculptures out of it. In the setting rays of the sun, it seems that the figures really look like running people. Hence the name of the valley with stone sculptures -. Of course, there are many legends explaining the appearance of stone idols in this beautiful place of Crimea, and who knows, suddenly something of what was described in them actually happened.

Taraktash trail

You can walk along this path from Yalta to Ai-Petri and in the opposite direction. Of course, going downhill is easier. The views that open to your eyes during the descent are beautiful, but one of the most beautiful places in Crimea - the Taraktash tract itself and its main attraction - an arched rock several tens of meters high, will cause crazy delight. It is striking that with thin walls and a rather high altitude, a lonely standing rock does not collapse. The trail will lead you through a hollow, then through a narrow passage between the rocks will lead you out. This passage is called the Taraktash Gate, it is scary to walk along it, but the delight of this beautiful place of Crimea makes you forget about fear.

If you are lucky enough to be near the rock at noon, when the sun is high, you can see how the rock shimmers in all shades of yellow and brown. The height is breathtaking, but the beauty is such that you don't notice anything besides it. Continuing the descent, you find yourself at another fantastically beautiful place in the Crimea - "flying water".

Uchan-Su

Uchan-Su - "flying" or "hanging water" in the old days was called this two-stage stream of water falling from Ai-Petri. In all its power, it appears only in the spring, when the snow is melting. In winter, the water freezes, and its frozen jets look like organ pipes, and this spectacle is almost more beautiful than the April one.

Nature is capable of creating monuments of amazing beauty. But the creations of human hands are sometimes no less beautiful. Talented architects have inscribed beautiful palaces and magnificent parks in the history of the beautiful Crimea.

Karaite kenases in Evpatoria

Among the beautiful places of Crimea and the snow-white temple complex of the Crimean Karaites, consisting of two hall two-story buildings with lancet and semicircular windows. In the courtyard of this beautiful place in Crimea, you can see arched galleries and a fountain. The building is not only an architectural monument, but also a historical value.

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In the village of Gaspra, which lies on the beautiful southern coast of Crimea, on the very edge of the Aurora cliff, there is a tiny building made of white stone. Crenellated walls, tall pointed windows and a round tower with spiers make it look like a medieval knight's castle. It was once a country house with fireplaces and thick ceiling beams, but what is there now is irrelevant. , like an elegant toy, as if it hovers between the sea and the sky, drawing the eyes of every guest to this amazingly beautiful place in Crimea.

Livadia Palace

It is known as the summer residence of the last Russian emperor and the venue of the Yalta conference. But it is not so much historical facts that make it attractive, but the beauty of the palace and the park that was smashed around.

The snow-white building in the Renaissance style with four courtyards, luxurious chambers and a unique interior has perfectly fit into the landscape of the Crimean coast and has become one of the most beautiful places in Crimea. The park, laid out on 40 hectares of land, has been equipped and has survived to this day: winding paths go around beautiful flowers and rare trees, green lawns are decorated with sculptures and fountains, shady alleys lead to the sea, and an endless sea opens from observation platforms to the very horizon.

Palace in Massandra

Emperor Alexander III is considered one of the most amazing and beautiful places in Crimea. The palace is small, but incredibly beautiful and graceful. The architect, decorating the facades with balconies, ornaments and sculptures, gave it the look of a fabulous, just gingerbread castle. On the spacious terraces and in the park, sculptures of satyrs and chimeras were installed in the fashion of that time. The building was erected right in the forest, and it formed the basis of a beautiful park. Paths and flower beds were laid on the territory of the park, junipers and conifers were additionally planted along the alleys, exotic plants were brought from abroad.

Foros Church

Between Sevastopol and Yalta, between the sea and the ridge of mountains, the Red Rock rises, and at its very edge, like a fragile toy in the palm of a giant, stands the Church of the Resurrection of Christ. It can be clearly seen from the road, and everyone who passes by involuntarily turns his head to see this beautiful place of Crimea again. The legend tells of the miraculous rescue of the daughter of a wealthy merchant on the edge of this cliff. There was salvation, but it was about Emperor Alexander III. built in the Byzantine style, has gone through four restorations, and services are still held there.

Vorontsov Palace

Among the most beautiful places in Crimea is the beautiful palace in Alupka, which was created by order of Count Vorontsov, who was then Governor-General of the Novorossiysk Territory. The count wanted the palace to combine English austerity and the luxury of Indian palaces. Such luxury was suitable for these beautiful places of Crimea: the sea was visible from the windows of the palace, on the other side the Ai-Petri massif hung over the palace, and numerous springs would help to grow a beautiful garden. And so it turned out: the heavyweight English style is diluted with elements of the luxurious oriental style, and the battlements of the watchtowers coexist with openwork ornaments and arches.

The palace park deserves a separate place among all the beautiful places of Crimea. Both parts of it - the Upper Park and the Lower - are amazingly beautiful. In Upper there are three glades (Kashtanovaya, Solnechnaya and Kontrastnaya), and each one has separate types of trees. There is also the Swan Lake, where these beautiful birds live, and Mirror Lake, there is even a waterfall. The lower park is decorated in Italian style, and there are many unique plants growing there. Anyone who has been there claims that there is always a festive mood in this beautiful place of Crimea.

Yusupov Palace

The magnificent Yusupov Palace is located in one of the most beautiful places in Crimea - in Koreiz, on a steep rocky seashore. It was erected in the style of the Italian Renaissance, and its interior is simply luxurious: Viennese sofas and chairs, skillfully made by Austrian furniture masters, porcelain and bronze figurines. But the palace park is even more beautiful! It is decorated with trees from 100 to 500 years old, and a total of 7.5 thousand species of plants grow. The entire territory of this beautiful place of Crimea is decorated with fountains and small pools with figures of goddesses, naiads and mermaids. All entrances to the park, all niches are "guarded" by marble lions.

Nikitsky Botanical Garden

The garden was laid over two hundred years ago. Its director, Christian Steven, decided to create a nursery for plants that never grew in Crimea, in order to acclimate them to the Crimean land. And he did it very well. But the main goal was to collect on the territory of this beautiful place of Crimea all the plants that could benefit not only Crimea, but the whole of Russia. Three years later, the collection of the botanical garden contained 50 varieties of pear trees and almost a hundred varieties of apple trees. Gradually, the collection grew with Italian and French grape varieties, magnolias, palms, plane trees. Plants, unique for this beautiful place of Crimea, have appeared: Californian sequoia, Caucasian fir, cedar, eastern pine, strawberry tree, bamboo, and it is difficult to even count the types of flowers. Today the collection consists of 30 thousand plants from all over the world. And in whatever month you visit this garden, you will always see flowering plants: in the spring it is the Tulip Parade, in the summer - the Ball of Roses, in the fall - the Ball of Chrysanthemums. The Botanical Garden, a wonderful creation of human hands, is still considered one of the most beautiful places in Crimea.

Collected in one post the sights of the Crimea, which are worth visiting if you come to the peninsula. Here you will also find a photo, a detailed description, and a map of Crimea with attractions.

It is difficult to imagine a vacation on the peninsula without visiting its many interesting places. Many of them are located quite compactly, especially on the southern coast, so you can see several at once in one day.

The most convenient way to get around is by personal or rented car, however, public transport is well developed, almost everywhere you can get there without any problems, I indicated information on how to get there.

There are 33 places worth visiting in this review, and I hope it will clarify and help you plan your trip. Opening hours are for summer time and may vary during low season.

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Attractions of Crimea

I will start my overview of the Crimean sights with interesting places on the western coast, and then on the southern and eastern ones.

One of the most remote and beautiful places in Crimea. The purest transparent sea, a barren steppe, which breaks off into the sea with picturesque cliffs. Mecca for divers because of the properties of the water and artifacts at the bottom, windsurfers, kitesurfers and lovers of other outdoor activities also come here.

Near the cape, it is worth visiting the natural pool Chalice of Love, the Bolshoi and Maly Atlesh rocks. The nearest village to the cape is Olenevka.

How to get there: to Olenevka from Simeropol by bus for 470 rubles (3 hours on the way). Then you can rent a bike or bike, or drive your car (dirt road).

Juma-Jami Mosque in Evpatoria

A functioning mosque in the historical center of the city with a peaceful atmosphere inside. It was built in the middle of the 16th century, and since then it has been restored and rebuilt several times. At the entrance, you will be given suitable clothing that matches the dress code, but it is advisable to arrive suitably dressed in advance. The mosque can be seen from many points in the city center.

Entrance cost: free of charge, you can make a donation for the tour

How to get there: minibus number 1 or tram number 1 to the stop "Park im. Karaeva "

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Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in Evpatoria

The cathedral is located directly opposite the mosque (and there is also a synagogue nearby) and ranks second in terms of capacity and height in Crimea. It was built at the end of the 19th century to commemorate the liberation of Crimea during the Crimean War. The money for the construction was collected by the whole world, and during the war it was almost blown up, but they did not have time to fulfill the order. In 1916, the cathedral was visited by Emperor Nicholas 1.

How to get there: just like a mosque.

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Bakhchisarai

Khan's palace in Bakhchisarai

A city with a rich history and ancient cave cities surrounding it. The name is translated from the Crimean Tatar as "garden-city". Bakhchisarai emerged in 1532 as a khan's residence, although there were settlements here before.

In Bakhchisarai, you should definitely visit the Khan's Palace, the Holy Dormition Monastery, madrasah, mosques, a miniature park, the cave city of Chufut-Kale (about it below).

How to get there: You can easily get there by bus from Simferopol (70-90 rubles, an hour on the way) or Sevastopol (110 rubles, an hour on the way).

Cave city Chufut-Kale

An ancient fortress city 2.5 km from Bakhchisarai, where you can easily climb from the Assumption Monastery. Built in 5-6 centuries, presumably by the Byzantines as a fortress to protect distant borders. In the 15th century, it became the first capital of the Crimean Khanate before she moved to Bakhchisarai. It is in Chufut-Kale that the ancient architecture is best preserved, and it is best to take a guide in order not only to see, but also to learn something new. The city offers a wonderful view of the canyon.

Working hours: from 09:00 to 18:00 seven days a week

Entrance cost: 200 rubles

How to get there: by minibus number 1 to the monastery, then walk up the path.

Cave city Mangup-Kale

View of the Crimean mountains from Mangup-Kale

This is the largest of the Crimean cave cities with an area of ​​90 hectares, located on a huge plateau. It was founded in the 3rd century as a Byzantine fortress, since the 15th century it has become the capital of the principality of Theodoro. It was from those times that foundations, caves, grottoes have been preserved. Later, the city was captured by the Turks, and the last people left it at the end of the 18th century. Nearby also be sure to visit the Holy Annunciation Monastery, located right on the rocks.

Working hours: from 09:00 to 17:00

Entrance cost: 100 rubles, the ticket office can be bypassed, since there are several ways of ascent.

How to get there: from the village of Khoja-Sala, you can hire a UAZ for 1,500 rubles one way, or on foot. You can get to Khoja-Sala from Bakhchisarai by local bus (4 times a day, 50-90 rubles). The second option is to take a bus to Ternovka from Sevastopol from the 5 km bus station. From there you can take a taxi to the foot of the plateau, then walk.

One of the best natural attractions of Crimea, located 4 km from the village of Sokolinoye. Famous for relict trees, waterfalls and quaint baths and hollows that were washed by the river.

How to get there: it is best to visit with an excursion, as the transport in those places is very bad.

Museum Panorama "Defense of Sevastopol"

One of the most grandiose museums in Sevastopol, dedicated to the defense of the city during the Crimean War. Visiting is possible only as part of a group. There is a nice park around where you can walk.

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 20:00 on weekends

Entrance cost: 350 rubles adult, 150 rubles (up to 16 years old)

How to get there: trolleybuses No. 1, 3, 4, 7, 9 to the stop. pl. Ushakov; No. 12, 13, 17, 20 to bus stops pl. Ushakova / University. Route taxis and buses: No. 2a, 12, 17, 20, 22, 25, 26, 94, 95, 105, 120. On the route from the city center - stop pl. Ushakova, University; to the city center - stop Panorama.

The ruins of an ancient city founded by the Greeks over two and a half thousand years ago. Located within the boundaries of Sevastopol on the very seashore. Nearby there is a museum, which contains numerous archaeological finds, a pretty park and Vladimirsky Cathedral.

Opening hours: from 08:30 to 19:00 seven days a week

Entrance cost: free, excursion 300 rubles / 150 rubles (adult / child).

How to get there: from the center of minibus No. 22A to the final one.

Cape Fiolent, Jasper Beach

A picturesque cape and a cool beach are located a few kilometers south of Sevastopol. There are 800 steps leading to the beach, passing next to the St. George Monastery, you can also go there (just do not drink the water from the spring!). There is especially no infrastructure, only a couple of cafes, the same number of changing cabins, and a toilet.

How to get there: bus # 19 from the center, or minibus # 3, 13A, 79. From Balaklava you can sail by boat for 200 rubles (or sail from Jasper Beach to Balaklava).

Military Historical Museum of Fortifications, Balaklava

Balaklava itself is very unusual - it is a narrow bay that goes deep into the mainland. Yachts are moored there, there are several beaches in the vicinity (you can go boating), and on the mountain you can see the medieval fortress Cembalo.

Be sure to visit the Submarine Museum, this formerly classified military site during the Cold War. It was planned to base submarines there (for a retaliatory nuclear strike), and the bunker could withstand a direct hit from a nuclear bomb. A very interesting excursion immerses you in the times of the Cold War.

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:30, except Monday and Tuesday.

Entrance cost: 300 rubles for adults, 100 rubles for schoolchildren and students.

How to get there: from the bus station "5 km" in Sevastopol by buses and minibuses No. 8, 9, 99, 108

The church is located high on a mountain near the village of Foros (which, in turn, is famous for the nearby "Gorbachev's dacha"), and offers a stunning view of the sea and the surrounding area. It was built by the tea merchant and merchant Kuznetsov in honor of the rescue of Emperor Alexander III and his family in a railway accident.

How to get there: Taxis leave either by car or from the Foros bus station. To Foros by any passing bus from Yalta or Sevastopol, or by minibus from Yalta.

Mount Ai-Petri and cable car

Cable car cabin

Suspension bridge between the Ai-Petri teeth

Mount Ai-Petri is the most popular of the Crimean mountains, or rather the name of the peak itself (there are three of them) and the plateau that adjoins it. You can get to the top from Yalta or seaside villages in two ways: by cable car or by serpentines along the usual road. From the top there is just a crazy view, and in addition, you can walk along the hinged bridge between the battlements, or ride a bungee or horses.

The lower station of the cable car is located between Alupka and Koreiz, the fare is 400 rubles one way (250 rubles children) or 800 rubles both ways (in summer there are long queues at the ticket offices). Cars and minibuses often run from Yalta on a regular road, the cost is 1000 rubles in both directions, 500 rubles one way.

How to get there: to the cable car from Yalta by minibuses No. 102 and 132.

Vorontsov Palace

Another top attraction of Crimea, which is part of any sightseeing tour. Luxurious palace, organically inscribed in the surrounding mountains and built in the English and neo-Moorish style. It was built as the summer residence of the Earl and Governor-General Vorontsov, and during the Yalta Conference in 1945 it was the seat of the British delegation headed by Winston Churchill.

The beautiful park deserves special attention, there are also small pebble beaches below.

If you plan to visit only one palace in Crimea, let it be Vorontsovsky.

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Entrance cost: entrance to the territory is free, admission to the main exposition is 350 rubles for adults, 200 rubles for adolescents from 16 to 18 years old, up to 16 years old is free.

How to get there: from Yalta minibuses # 102 and 132 to the stop. "Vorontsov Palace", or minibuses №107 and 115 to the stop. "Bus station", then walk for 10-15 minutes.

Yusupov Palace

The current state house, therefore, passage is possible only as part of an excursion under the watchful eye of security guards. From the Yusupovs themselves, little has survived, but the place is atmospheric, it remembers many famous people. Stalin lived here during the Yalta conference, his cabinet was almost unchanged, and Molotov, and Prince Yusupov, known for the murder of Rasputin. They conduct a rather interesting excursion for an hour and a half, after which you can take a walk in the park nearby.

Opening hours: guided tours are available at 10:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 16:30.

Entrance cost: 450 rubles for an adult.

How to get there: minibuses # 102 and 132 to the bus station Miskhora or minibus # 115 to the stop. "Upper Miskhor".

Bird home

Without exaggeration - the symbol of the Crimea, known far beyond the peninsula. A fairytale castle at the very edge of a cliff, to which a staircase leads. There are several observation decks and countless restaurants and souvenir shops along the route. Great place, but a little too crowded and noisy.

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 19:00 seven days a week

Entrance cost: admission to the castle is free, entrance fee is 200 rubles, but there is nothing to watch.

How to get there: minibuses No. 102 and 132 from Yalta, you can also sail by boat with or without disembarkation.

Livadia Palace

The luxurious residence of the Russian emperors, it was here that the Yalta conference was held and it was here that the post-war world order was decided. Here and now summits and conferences are held, and the rest of the time it is a museum. You can walk in the park and along the so-called Tsarskoy trail, but they are in a rather neglected state.

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:00 seven days a week

Entrance cost: 400 rubles for adults, 250 rubles for schoolchildren, pensioners and students - a visit to the main exhibition.

How to get there: from Yalta by minibuses 11, 100, 108 to the stop. "Livadia", then 5 minutes on foot.

Uchan-Su is the highest waterfall in Crimea (95 meters fall height), located 6 km west of Yalta next to the Bakhchisarai highway. It is best to come here in spring, when the snow melts in the mountains, or during the period of heavy rains, while in summer it can almost completely dry out.

How to get there: by bus 30 from the bus station in Yalta, or you can take any transport to the sanatorium "Uzbekistan" and then walk about 4 km, by car - you need to turn off the highway near the sanatorium "Uzbekistan" and then up 4 km.

Massandra Palace

Initially, the estate was built by the Vorontsovs, and then it was bought for Emperor Alexander 3. The palace looks absolutely fabulous and like a toy, it is really small in size.

In the pre-war period, a sanatorium was located here, and after that, Stalin, Khrushchev, Brezhnev rested as in a state dacha.

Opening hours: from 09:00 to 17:15, on Saturday until 19:15 seven days a week

Entrance cost: visiting the main exposition - 350 rubles for adults, 200 rubles for adolescents from 16 to 18 years old, up to 16 years old free of charge.

How to get there: most conveniently with a guided tour, or by any transport (buses, trolleybuses) to the stop. "Upper Massandra Park" and further on foot.

What else to see in Crimea?

Nikitsky Botanical Garden

This is not just a garden with a huge collection of plants from all over the world, but a research center. It is pleasant to walk here even all day, it will certainly be interesting with children. Each plant has its own flowering season, so be sure to see something interesting. The garden was badly damaged during the Second World War, and the infrastructure is still poor. Another drawback is the inadequate price tag for additional expositions.

Opening hours: from 08:00 to 19:00

Entrance cost: 300 rubles for an adult, 150 rubles for a school student (there is a separate fee for certain exhibitions)

How to get there: from Yalta minibuses 29 and 29A to the final one, or by any transport to the stop. "Nikita" and then walk down to the entrance to the garden.

Mount Ayu-Dag

Mount Ayu-Dag or Bear Mountain is one of the most noticeable landmarks on the southern coast of Crimea. The mountain is a failed volcano and part of a large ridge that flanks the southern shore, an open-air museum of minerals. Located between Gurzuf (more precisely the children's camp "Artek" and Partenit). There are several routes on the mountain, they are marked, so it is difficult to get lost. The top offers a gorgeous view of the surroundings. Bring plenty of water and mosquito repellent with you.

Entrance cost: in the summer, foresters are standing, they take 100 rubles each.

How to get there: from Yalta - by trolleybuses 52, 53, 55, minibus 110 to the stop. "Cemetery", then on foot until the turn to Artek and along the road perpendicular to the main road; from the direction of Alushta, Partenit - by trolleybuses 52, 53, 55, minibus 110 to the stop. "Lavrovoe", then the same way.

Mount Demerdzhi and the Valley of Ghosts

When visiting the sights of the Crimea, do not bypass the bizarre rocks under the Demerdzhi mountain, near Alushta. Climbing the mountain is of medium difficulty, sometimes there are steep sections. I advise the nearby still ancient fortress Funa. It was in these places that some episodes of the "Caucasian Captive" were filmed, for example, there is a tree from which the hero of Yuri Nikulin fell (he really fell from it).

Entrance cost: 50-100 rubles, you can easily bypass the security booths.

How to get there: from Alushta take a bus to the village. Radiant (runs from the bus station about once an hour), then on foot. Or by any bus or trolleybus to the stop. "Radiant" along the highway and further on foot.

The Crimean peninsula is a unique historical and cultural reserve. Here, over the centuries, the culture of different peoples living in this area has been intertwined. The history of the confrontation between the civilizations of the East and the West is especially clearly traced in Crimea - this is the history of the Greek colonizers and nomads from the Golden Horde, the first Christians and Muslims who built churches and mosques here.

But Crimea is not only a point on the map rich in historical events. It is also the most beautiful and diverse nature, which was considered the best place for recreation and tourism in the USSR, under which Crimea was rightfully called the "All-Union health resort". In those days, up to 8 million people annually rested in more than a hundred Crimean health resorts. It will take more than one month to see all the sights of the Crimean peninsula, but we bring to your attention ten places that you must visit first.

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1. Swallow's nest

This formidable-looking Gothic castle perched on a cliff was actually not built during the dark Middle Ages, but just a century ago - in 1912. Such a layout was ordered by the German industrialist Baron von Stengel, who wished that his "dacha" by its appearance would remind him of his homeland. At the beginning of the First World War, the baron urgently sold the castle, and after reconstruction, the building turned into an open restaurant.

2. Submarine base in Balaklava

A top-secret submarine base is located ten kilometers from Sevastopol in the resort town of Balaklava. For security reasons, even at the stage of construction, which began in 1957, the secret facility was named City Telephone Station 825, or GTS 825. This is a huge underground structure, the area of ​​all premises of which is more than 5 thousand square kilometers. In 1994, the station was closed, and after the annexation of Crimea, a museum dedicated to this base was opened here.

3. Mount Ai-Petri

One of the most popular places among tourists on the map of the Crimean Peninsula. Once there was the Greek temple of St. Peter (Ai-Petri in Greek), the ruins of which have survived to this day. The top of the mountain can be reached by cable car, which, by the way, is recognized as the longest in Europe. From the highest point of the mountain called Roka (1346 meters), a stunning view of the Yalta mountain-forest reserve and the coast of the Crimean peninsula opens.

4. Karadag reserve

One of the most mysterious places on the southern coast of Crimea. The unique landscape of Karadag is formed by frozen lava flows, last erupted by the volcano Kara-Dag (Black Mountain) more than 150 million years ago. In 1979, a reserve was established here, designed to preserve the unique flora and fauna of this place, many species of which are included in the Red Book.

5. Chersonesus Tauride

This was the name of the city founded by the Greeks more than two and a half thousand years ago. It was here, in the city where a huge number of monasteries and Orthodox churches were once located, that Prince Vladimir was baptized. Nowadays the ruins of Chersonesos, or "Russian Pompeii", attract researchers and tourists from all over the world. In 1892, an archaeological museum was opened here, which collected many valuable artifacts from the ancient city. And later a state reserve was founded.

6. Gazebo of winds

At the top of Shagan-Kaya, at an altitude of 1450 meters, there is a stone pavilion built in 1956. The mosaic on its floor depicts a wind rose, thanks to which the gazebo got its name. From here, an amazing view of the Ayu-Dag mountain, Gurzuf, Partenit and the Black Sea opens, which in clear weather is visible for 150 kilometers. There is a cave next to the gazebo, where even in the hottest weather, winter reigns and snow lies.

7. Fortress Kerch (Fort Totleben)

It was decided to build a fortress on the shore of the Kerch Strait bypassing the Paris Peace Treaty, which forbade Russia to have a fleet and military ports on the Black Sea. The central fort of the grandiose structure is named after the general who led the construction of the fortifications. And today the Kerch fortress remains an excellent example of what impregnable fortifications were erected in the middle of the 19th century. Currently, tours are conducted around Kerch and experts are studying it - some of the vast underground passages under it have not yet been properly explored.

8. Mount Demerdzhi

Demerdzhi - which translates from Tatar as "blacksmith" - is a beautiful mountain like a medieval castle in the northern part of the Alushta Valley. On its western slope is the so-called Valley of Ghosts. Here, near the ruins of the fortress, there are more than a hundred stone statues, resembling in their outlines the figures of people and animals. And if you climb to the top of the mountain, a picturesque view of the surroundings opens from a height of more than 1200 meters.

9. Tarkhankut

Until the end of the 18th century, the population of the Tarkhankut Peninsula was small, only a few hundred inhabitants, mainly engaged in agriculture. The changes began after, in 1784, part of the land was transferred to Major General V.S. Popov, who improved the district's economy. Located on the peninsula, the promontory attracts many scuba divers, archaeologists and tourists. Underwater archaeologists find here priceless artifacts from the ancient era, when the Scythians and Greeks lived here.

10. Genoese fortress in Sudak

In those days, when the Crimean coast from the Bosporus to Chersonesos belonged to merchants from Genoa and Venice, Sudak was chosen by them as a military base. Then, in 1371, the construction of the famous Genoese fortress began. Currently, the fortress is a unique historical monument. On its territory, research and restoration work is carried out, excursions are held.