Alushta city in Crimea

The cozy town of Alushta is located on the southern coast of Crimea. It is located right next to the sea, which makes it a popular holiday destination for many people. The majestic mountains surrounding the resort area on all sides protect it from the cold winds. At the same time, it is sunny and very beautiful here. Stunning landscapes, gentle sea, healthy air - all this makes your stay in Alushta unforgettable. The article will tell you how to get to this place, where you can stay and what to visit here.

The largest settlements near Alushta are Yalta and Sudak. Between them there are many small, little-known resort areas and villages. The population of the city is about 35 thousand people. Among them are Russians, Ukrainians, Tatars. The locals are mostly friendly and welcoming. They are accustomed to the fact that during the holiday season the number of people in the city increases several times. Now Alushta is part of the Yalta District. However, it has not always been a resort town.

Once there was a military post here. The land belonged to the Byzantines, then the Genoese and the Ottomans. There were battles between Russian and Turkish troops. In one of the battles, Kutuzov was mortally wounded. Judging by the stories of local residents, they put him next to the spring to wait for the ambulance carriage. Water, hitting the wounds of the commander, had an amazing healing effect. Kutuzov soon recovered. After that, he returned to the source with gratitude.

After the entry of Crimea into the Russian Empire, the city became a seaside recreation area. All the "cream of society" began to come here. Wealthy people stopped to rest in boarding houses, and creative individuals and intellectual workers built summer cottages here. This is how the Professors' (Work) Corner appeared. Under V.I. Lenin, private property was nationalized, and the city became a health center.

Modern Alushta is a developed resort city. Clean beaches, delightful sea air, fragrant orchards are not the only advantages.

Here you can not only relax, but also improve your health. The resort area includes over 70 health facilities. Sanatoriums and boarding houses help to treat diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, ailments associated with the respiratory system, etc.

The infrastructure of the city is well developed. There are various entertainment options for daytime and evening entertainment. Cozy bars and restaurants (from modest to chic) ​​provide a tasty bite to eat. The dolphinarium and the water park give vivid emotions. Tourist excursions enrich with knowledge and allow you to touch the history of the pearl of the Black Sea coast.

Transport links make it easy to move around the city. These are trolleybuses, buses, taxis. Some routes offer travel to both nearby small villages and other major cities. The economy of the resort is closely related to tourism. However, the natural conditions are conducive to rest here only from spring to autumn. In winter, sanatoriums and hotels are almost empty. Therefore, the city is equipped with various enterprises that provide employment and income for local residents.

For example, wine production is well developed here. The Crimean port is especially famous, besides it, 20 more varieties of drinks are produced. There is also a dairy and a number of other enterprises.

It is worth noting that it was in Alushta that some Russian and foreign films were filmed. Attentive viewers can recognize these beautiful places in "Prisoner of the Caucasus".

It is not difficult to find Alushta on the map of Russia. As already mentioned, it is located in the south of Crimea. The length of the territory is over 80 km. The city is the center of the urban district called Big Alushta.

You can get to the resort from Simferopol in different ways. You can take a regular bus at the new airport or at the Kurortnaya bus station.

You can also take a shuttle (aeroexpress) Fly & Bus. They also have their own Internet resource.

Another option is to order a tourist transfer or rent a car. The second option is especially convenient. You can even rent a convertible to drive around the area in a breeze. True, such a pleasure is not cheap. If you are in another part of Crimea, you can also easily get to Alushta in any way (by land transport or by sea). Also easily anyone can go from the resort area to another place.

The climate of Alushta can be called mild. Summers are sunny and dry here, but the heat is not sweltering. The mountain air creates a pleasant coolness. The proximity of the sea also has a beneficial effect on the atmosphere.

Winter is usually warm. This can be explained by the same mountain ranges blocking the access of cold winds to the territory. The Black Sea does not cool down below + 8 ° С. The air temperature in the city is kept at a level not lower than + 3 ° С. It's a little cooler in the mountains.

There are no more than 50 of them throughout the year. The swimming season lasts from May to the end of September. As for the exact temperature data, in July the thermometer usually shows + 24 ° C. In August, there are hotter days (up to + 35 ° C). The sea heats up to + 25 ° C, which makes bathing as comfortable as possible.

In March, Alushta already pleases with warm days. It is still cold to swim, but you can rest comfortably. If you are looking for relaxing walks along the waterfront and unhurried visits to local attractions, this period will be quite suitable for you. The main flow of tourists is observed during the swimming season, in the hottest months (July-August). At this time, the city becomes noisy and cheerful.

The velvet season begins in September. The heat gradually subsides, there is no more crowds on the shore, the atmosphere becomes calmer. At this time, you can still swim, but the rest will be less noisy. From November to April, there is a complete lull in Alushta. This period is liked by those who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle, enjoying the beauty of nature in silence.

Alushta is a place where everyone will find entertainment to their liking. You can lazily wallow on the beach, enjoy national dishes in local restaurants, and spend your evenings at noisy parties. You can visit the cinema, water park, dolphinarium. Those who want to broaden their horizons can visit museums and exhibitions.

As already mentioned, Alushta is surrounded by mountains on all sides. Walking tours to waterfalls, viewing beautiful caves is an ideal vacation for active tourists. The cleanest air, breathtaking landscapes, bizarre rocks and stones leave no one indifferent.

Spectacular excursions to the places of power of Chatyr-Dag Mountain are regularly held.

An interesting journey through the Demerdzhi mountain range. The famous Ghost Valley is also nearby.

"Stone mushrooms" will surprise tourists. This is a masterpiece created by nature itself. Seven-meter blocks really bear resemblance to mushrooms. Not far from them there is a unique waterfall "Geyser", known for its unusual trajectory of falling water.

The Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall is another natural wonder of incredible beauty. It has a height of 15 meters and is located in the Khapkhal reserve.

One of the most beautiful caves in Crimea is Emine-Bair-Khosar. She is often called Mamontova. This beautiful underground world with several rooms is located between Alushta and Simferopol.

An interesting historical attraction of these places is the ancient fortress of Aluston. To our days, only the tower and part of the wall have survived. You can see this architectural monument on 15 April Street.

The city's embankment stretches along the entire coastal resort line. It consists of three parts - east, central and west (Work Corner). The central embankment is a favorite place for tourists to walk. Here you can see a beautiful rotunda. The Seaside Park is located nearby.

Various cafes and restaurants offer tasty and hearty snacks. There are establishments with Russian, Tatar and other cuisines here. Some have live music. Small shops sell souvenirs. By purchasing one of them, you can bring home a piece of Crimea.

There is also a green area here. Cozy benches in the shade of trees invite you to relax. Small fountains delight the eye. Large figures of famous cartoon characters stand along the path.

If you leave the embankment, you will be taken to the sea. You can go down to the coast by a convenient staircase.The best reviews are received by the territory of the western recreation areas. But in the central part there is a quite nice free beach. Street musicians cheer up with pleasant melodies. The artists offer both ready-made paintings and portrait painting services for anyone.

You can go fishing on the breakwaters. There are good hotels nearby - "Dubna", "Palace", "Sea", "Almond Grove". The western part of Alushta is quieter. Due to the abundance of greenery, it is very cozy here. The multi-colored tiles form interesting patterns. Everywhere there are benches, flower beds with fragrant flowers, designer lanterns.

From here, a magnificent view of Mount Castel opens up. Of course, the sea is also visible. The infrastructure is highly developed here. There are shops, grocery stores, restaurants, and beauty salons. There is a beach area behind the fence.

The most popular among vacationers is the “Home-style dining room”. This is a place that pleasantly combines reasonable prices, a varied menu and good service. Veranda belongs to the same gastronomic network. This is a very interesting cafe-buffet offering meals and snacks for all tastes. Here you can find Asian, European and even Russian cuisine.

Great reviews are received by the "Shashlik House" establishment. The prices are also affordable, the portions are large. Everything is fresh and delicious. Those who do not care about the price of food can visit one of the stylish and very expensive restaurants. There are also many of them here.

Those interested in history can usefully spend time in local museums.

• Museum of History and Local Lore will tell you about significant historical facts related to both Alushta and the whole Crimea. You will get acquainted with archaeological exhibits, learn the details of the Russian-Turkish confrontation. The history of the Crimean Khanate is very fascinating.

• House-Museum of A.N. Beketov - no less interesting object. Once the building was a dacha of a famous architect. His ideas were used to create the Crimean Russian Academic Theater, as well as other important structures. The house was built in the Moorish style, according to the architect's own design. Its walls house over a thousand exhibits. The furniture of past years is interesting, recreating a certain atmosphere of noble life. But the most valuable are the originals of sketches, personal photos, letters, drawings of the architect. Nowadays, creative evenings, as well as festive concerts, are regularly held here.

• House-Museum of I.S.Shmelev - the former home of a famous writer. It was he who wrote the novel "The Sun of the Dead" about the events of the civil war. Here you can see curious letters, photographs, icons, newspapers and books from the publicist's personal library. Also preserved furniture and other furnishings of those years.

• House-Museum of N. S. Sergeev-Tsensky - another historical place. The house contains personal belongings, documents, notes of a talented writer. Archival records of meetings with Marshak and Kuprin are unique. Next to the museum there is a monument to Sergeev-Tsensky.

Relaxing with the whole family, you can go to the beach. The coastal area is not very spacious here, but well-groomed. Most of the beaches belong to sanatoriums and boarding houses. The entrance can be free or paid. The composition of the beaches is also varied. These are shale sand and pebbles. Everywhere there are sun loungers, drinks, the opportunity to use the changing room, toilet, shower.

On the embankment of the Work Corner there is the Almond Grove water park. There are water slides, swimming pools, jacuzzi, various attractions for children. After the fun in the water, you can have a snack in the cafe. Entrance - 1300 rubles for adults and 1000 rubles for children. Opening hours: from 10.00 to 17.00.

Dolphinarium "Aquarelle" on Gorky Street offers an impressive show. You can also swim there with dolphins. The show starts at 15.00. Price - from 900 rubles.Free for children under 3 years old.

Alushta Aquarium is another interesting place that delights both adults and children. 3D panorama and "Jungle World" allow you to plunge headlong into the world of underwater inhabitants. Opening at 9.00. Cost - from 400 rubles (depending on the age of the child). The aquarium is also located on Gorkova Street.

You can go to the cinema for a children's movie or cartoon. There are now two cinemas in the city. These are Phoenix and Storm. Both are equipped with 3D technology, stereo sound. There is a popcorn and drinks buffet.

Curious children may like the Crimea in Miniature Park. Here are the main Crimean sights in a reduced form. The entrance is free.

In Alushta and its environs, you can find accommodation for every taste. You can stay in an elite hotel room, a luxury guesthouse or prefer a budget option in the private sector. For example, the Voyage guest house offers rooms from 1200 to 3000 rubles.

Mini-hotel "Dolphin" - from 1000 to 4500 rubles.

Guest house "Almond" - from 2000 to 4500 rubles.

One of the best is the Porto Mare Park Hotel with a restaurant, bar and terrace.

If you want to combine relaxation and wellness, you can choose one of the many sanatoriums. For example, the Krymskiye Zori boarding house gets good reviews. It offers rooms of various categories - from "luxury" to "economy". Prices - from 1250 rubles per day (for a single room). There is a water complex (swimming pool, sauna), a health center, restaurants, a beach area, a gym, a left-luggage office. You can also rent the entire cottage or rent an apartment. The price depends on the area, the area of ​​the premises and the location of the house.

Briefly about the resort town of Alushta in Crimea, see the following video.