Features of rest in Nikita in Crimea
The village of Nikita is located on the shores of the Black Sea near Yalta. This is a settlement, unique in its beauty and presence of attractions.
History of origin
According to historians, in ancient times it was founded by the Goths who adopted the Christian faith. These events date back to the 3rd century AD. But why Nikita? The guides associate the name of the village with the name of the goddess of ancient Greece - Nika. There is another version of the origin of the name. “Skete” in translation from Greek is a Christian settlement. After the conquest of the Crimean Peninsula, the Turks mentioned in their letters the name of the village of Nikita with a population of forty families.
During the annexation of Crimea to Russia, the Christian part of the population moved to other regions, and at the same time, Muslim Tatars settled in the village. The number of residents has grown to several hundred people. Before the October Revolution, a school functioned in the village, a mosque was built, and a shopping arcade and a tavern were located in the center of the settlement. As a result Nikita has become a multinational settlement in which different peoples get along together.
Features of rest
Currently - it is a suburb of Yalta with comfortable housing, beautiful beaches, spa hotels, guest houses. The population exceeds two thousand people. For many Russians, this is the best beach holiday. There is no huge gathering of people here, as in large resort cities. Very clean sea, air, well-organized neat beach.
As for the weather on the Yalta coast, then here is a mild climate, dry hot summers and warm winters... It attracts tourists all year round. The beaches begin to function already at the end of May - at this time it is pleasant to sunbathe under the rays of the gentle sun. But the swimming season begins in early June, when the water temperature warms up to +19 C. In July and August, the water warms up to +25 C. The swimming season here lasts until the end of September. People call it the velvet season.
The velvet season in Nikita is a magical time... The relentless heat subsides, and the water remains warm as before. And there is much more free space on the beach. All the beaches in the village are covered with pebbles, there are also large stones. The sea is clear and clean water. As one of the advantages of the surroundings, the spa guests note the clean, healthy air, which has a beneficial effect on the respiratory tract of a person. Beneficial sea winds and the influence of the unique plants of the botanical garden located in the village have an effect.
Tourists who come to Crimea love excursions and travel. The best time of the year for these events is the second half of spring and early autumn.
Where is it more convenient to stay?
The cost of housing corresponds to the prices in Yalta. It is possible to find suitable accommodation at an affordable price.
- You can perfectly accommodate in the private sector. The owners rent out rooms or detached houses. It offers guests rooms in guest houses, mini-hotels. Everything is provided for families with children. Spacious landscaped courtyard, playground, swimming pool. Inside the premises there is a kitchen with all kitchen utensils, shower rooms. Such housing can be rented for 2000 - 2500 rubles per day.
- For a large family or company, a cottage is more suitable. This is a cost effective and convenient option. The house has its own space where you can retire with your circle of friends. Of course, the cost depends on the class of the dwelling, but is not at all related to the number of residents.
- Villa Gardenia is very popular among lovers of sea recreation. The prices here are quite affordable. In the yard there is a swimming pool, playground for children, tennis court. Lovers of steam can use the sauna. Having your own dining room helps to solve the problem of food for vacationers. Parking is included in the rent. It is more convenient to get to the coast by car, but you can also walk. Travel time will be 20 minutes.
- On the coast itself, luxurious comfortable hotels have opened their doors. The most beautiful hotel "Consol Sport" promises to vacationers rooms with all conveniences, luxury apartments. On the territory there are a modern cozy restaurant, spa-salons, a gym. There is a swimming pool, landscaped park area, car parking. Accordingly, the cost of such accommodation is twice as expensive as private housing.
- The hotels "Dream by the Sea" and "Royal Park" rise on the first coastline. They are less luxurious but comfortable to live in. The price is noticeably lower than in "Consol Sport".
Where to eat?
The village is dominated by a network of small canteens, cafes and restaurants. Mini-hotels offer their own catering services to residents. In the embankment area you can have lunch or just have a snack, enjoy oriental sweets, taste savory Crimean dishes. The markets are full of local vegetables and fruits. Resorts living in the private sector often choose to cook their own meals. It is more economical for a family with small children. It is easy to resolve the issue of food by agreeing with the owners.
What should you pay attention to?
The main attraction of Nikita is the botanical garden known throughout the country, one of the oldest. It was founded in 1812 on the personal order of Emperor Alexander I. It is the pride and pearl of Nikita.
In Soviet times, even the village was called Botanichesky.
Many vacationers come and stay here for this. The plants of the magic garden attract tourists from neighboring cities and hotels at any time of the year.The entrance is paid, but once there, you will not regret it. Here are collected plants from all over the world. The outlandish flora amazes with its beauty and variety. Flower beds and greenhouses are impressive in their aromas. To get to know the inhabitants of the botanical garden better, it is not enough to visit there once. True connoisseurs of nature study the life of the garden's vegetation for at least a week.
The staff of the institution organizes flower exhibitions according to the seasons. Every autumn, a chrysanthemum ball is held in the botanical garden - a thematic exhibition dedicated to the variety of bred varieties of these flowers. You will be amazed when you enter the magical world of tulips, irises, daylilies, roses and clematis. This is a real aroma center. The total number of crops cultivated in the garden exceeds 11 thousand. In addition, medicinal plants are grown here. A part of the botanical garden is the natural complex "Cape Martyan".
Interesting historical buildings include Church of the Transfiguration. It was built at the insistence of the director of the botanical garden and opened in 1887. While vacationing in the Crimea, Russian monarchs with their families considered it necessary to visit this temple.
The fragrant nature of the surrounding area will amaze you with its beauty. Attracts tourists with its mystery Nikitskaya cleft (or Nikitskaya cleft). In another way, this place is called Ayan rocks. They beckon with the unknown and beauty of climbers. This is a great base for training. Climbing routes have been developed for both experienced climbers and beginners.
The famous gorge has become a favorite spot for filmmakers who have filmed famous films here.
But for the bulk of vacationers, excursion trail. It winds along a steep slope, drowning in a cedar grove. Moving upward, you will suddenly find yourself on a flat area, the length of which is more than two hundred meters. On all sides it is surrounded by rocks, up to fifty meters high.
The width between the rocks is no more than thirty meters. Before you is the famous Nikitskaya cleft. The rocks are entwined with green vines. The greens are very juicy and rich. This is facilitated by its own microclimate, an abundance of moisture, and the hot southern sun almost does not get here. Juniper, oak, dogwood shrub, strawberry, wild pear and many other plants coexist very well nearby.
In the western part of the rocks, archaeologists have found fragments of ancient dishes. Perhaps there were once human settlements. The northern cliff is covered with grottoes and cracks. If you are observant, you will notice that all the rocks have a different color.
What is the most convenient way to get there?
Those who travel by personal transport can get to the center of Yalta, and from there there is a road leading to the village. If you come by train or bus, you can order a taxi or use public transport from the city station. If the place of residence has already been determined, most often the owners are happy to meet you at the station.
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