Rest in the spring in Crimea

Summer is undoubtedly the most suitable season for a holiday on the Crimean peninsula. However, Crimea may turn out to be no less attractive and interesting for vacationers in spring. For an unforgettable trip, it is necessary to study the nuances of the weather conditions during this period, as well as the places recommended for visiting with the arrival of the warm months.

The Crimean peninsula has long become the most popular tourist destination. It is visited for a measured holiday with children, as well as for active and extreme travel. That's why the peninsula is in demand almost all year round, in light of which, in addition to the hot summer months, Crimea attracts vacationers and tourists even in spring.

Based on the location, spring comes quite early on the peninsula - in particular, already at the end of February, the sun begins to warm more actively, the first greens hatch, flowers bloom. March pleases Crimeans and its guests mainly with warm days.

As a rule, the air at this time warms up to more than + 10– + 12 ° С, in some places the temperature rises up to + 20 ° С. However, weather conditions still remain unpredictable, especially in the mountainous part and in the west of the peninsula, where it will be colder. March is considered a windy month, and some areas of Crimea are not protected from it by mountains, the southern coast in this case is an exception.

The first weeks of spring can be accompanied by warm days and night frosts, even with a small amount of precipitation in the form of snow.That is why in spring there will be an opportunity to observe such an unusual phenomenon as green tropical palms covered with snow.

But on the most sunny days of the first month of spring, you can already sunbathe. In April, the air warms up even more, so this period on the peninsula is characterized as a time of exuberant flowering of flora. Even in mountainous areas, the air temperature in the daytime can be close to + 15 ° С, but with drops to + 8– + 10 ° С at night. Frosts are already unlikely, but the tops of the mountains will still be covered with snow.

In May in the Crimea, the proximity of summer is quite clearly traced, rains are extremely rare, warm clothes that could come in handy in March and April, vacationers will no longer need. In addition to the rise in the temperature on the thermometers, the number of tourists on the peninsula is also increasing, since May is considered a universal month, suitable for mountain holidays, excursions, as well as for opening the beach season.

May is recommended for vacationers who are not fans of the heat. During the day, the air temperature can warm up to + 20 ° С or more, but it will be even cooler at night, and there are very warm days in May when the air temperature is + 30 ° С. As practice shows, the warmest resorts will be located in the western part of the peninsula, since it is this zone that will be the most sunny. In the east, the sun will be less, where the temperature will mostly reach + 18– + 20 ° С.

The entire peninsula can be divided into four main zones that can be visited in early spring. So, tourists can visit the following places:

• the eastern part of Crimea;
• Western part;
• South Coast;
• mountain Crimea.

The weather, infrastructure, the availability of hotels, the private sector and attractions will be different everywhere, so you should choose a travel route based on your personal preferences. The warmest place, where spring begins earlier, is the southern coast.

However, choosing this part of the peninsula, you should be prepared for the fact that it will not be possible to take part in mountain hiking trips here. For a calm and measured pastime, you can choose Sudak, Evpatoria, New World. Admire the blooming tropical vegetation to the full in Alupka, Miskhor, Gurzuf, Simeiz, since this part contains most of the parks and architectural attractions that have a long history.

For those who like to rest "savages" on the peninsula, there will be an opportunity to relax on the General's beaches. Waterfalls deserve special attention of vacationers in the spring. To enjoy such natural phenomena, it is better to go to Crimea with the arrival of the calendar spring, since in the summer months mountain rivers and waterfalls practically dry up. April is considered the best time to visit Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

Most vacationers agree that spring will be the best time to travel excursion walks through the numerous palaces of the south coast... At this time, you will be able to enjoy the sights without huge crowds of tourists. And also interesting will be houses-museums of famous artists and writers.

In Sevastopol, Feodosia and Balaklava, it is recommended to visit temples and churches. Bakhchisarai in the spring will allow you to enjoy the cave cities of ancient civilizations. As a rule, in May, vacationers will already have access to various excursions, as well as walks on the seashore. In the parks, you can see the blooming of daffodils, snowdrops and hyacinths. In spring, peach, dogwood and almond blossom can be observed on the bare branches of trees.

At the beginning of spring, there is a flood on the peninsula, so many mountain rivers give rise to a large number of waterfalls. Among the waterfalls recommended for visiting, several should be highlighted.

• Uchan-Su. This is the largest waterfall on the peninsula, located in the Ai-Petri conservation area. Streams of water rush down from almost a hundred meter height. You can see it only in spring, because even this giant dries up in summer.
• Golovkinsky waterfall. It is located near Alushta, despite its small size - only 12 meters, the waterfall is considered one of the most beautiful places in Crimea. At the peak of its power and beauty, the waterfall turns out to be in the spring.

In addition, such waterfalls deserve special attention as:

• Arpatsky;
• Jur-Jur;
• Su-Uchkhan.

The picture of snow-capped mountains against the background of colorful flowering flower beds will be contrasting. On the slopes of the Crimean mountains, there is also a riot of flowering, so the nature in spring on the peninsula is often compared to the beauty of alpine meadows or the cherry blossom season in Japan.

In March, the sea will still be unsuitable for swimming, and storms may also occur. However, walks along the promenades and beaches are available all year round. In the spring, when the sun is not yet so hot, you do not have to be afraid to get sunburned, but you will definitely get a tan. Going to the Crimea in early spring by car or other means of transport, if you want to plunge into the sea water, you should choose a hotel or hotel for living with a swimming pool in which there will be heated sea water. These can be indoor or outdoor options.

It is interesting and usefully to spend time on the peninsula in March and April by visiting a variety of excursions, participating in hikes, trips to protected areas. At the end of April, when the sun warms up the earth much better, tourists will be able to sunbathe on the beach, fishing is available. This will require finding a place without wind and shade.

For seasoned tourists who prefer early swimming, the sea in May will warm up to + 16-17 ° С, in the second half the water temperature can reach + 20 ° С, therefore the end of the last month of spring is considered the beginning of the holiday season on the coast. In addition to the beauty of the Crimean landscapes, blooming greenery and waterfalls, tourists will have an opportunity to have fun in the spring. For vacationers, there are dolphinariums, and you can also visit wine tastings.

Vineyards in Russia appeared only after the victory in the Russian-Turkish war in the 19th century. It was the climate of the peninsula that prompted Prince Golitsin to open his own wine production. Fragments of the buildings of wine cellars, cut right in the rocks, have survived in the New World to this day. The wine cellars of Massandra, due to their size, are included in the Guinness Book of Records.

In addition, tasting will be offered to true connoisseurs of grape drinks. Visiting the Massandra enterprise in the spring, you will not only be able to personally contemplate the world-famous cellars, taste wine, but also learn the history and technology of the production of these noble drinks. In Novy Svet, you can buy New World champagne, recognized as one of the best in the country. There are tasting rooms in many cities of the peninsula. Tourists will have such an opportunity in Yalta, Sudak, Koktebel and Alushta.

When spring comes in Crimea, and there is no sweltering heat yet, vacationers are invited to visit the Crimean caves discovered by speleologists. Several interesting places are located near Yalta, inside you can admire real stalactites and stalagmites, in addition, naturalists and just tourists will be interested in "stone flowers".Such excursions will be interesting not only for adults, but also for families vacationing on the peninsula with children.

The largest cave is Kizil-Koba, it is located next to the Simferopol-Alushta highway, near the village of Perevalnoye. The cave is a six-story labyrinth with a length of twenty kilometers. There are waterfalls and lakes inside it. The temperature remains constant in the caves, and the impressions of visiting such creations of nature will remain in memory for a lifetime.

When spring comes to the peninsula, the most amazing place in the resort blooms - Nikitsky Botanical Garden... Despite the fact that it can be visited all year round, it will be able to surprise you with a riot of colors during this period. On the territory of the garden, there are several unique collections of plants and cultures brought to Crimea from all over the world. No less fascinating in its beauty will be an exhibition of flowers in the garden, some seedlings can even be purchased and taken home with you.

It will not be possible to go mushroom picking in the spring, but vacationers can choose trekking walks as their leisure time in April. In early spring, it is recommended to climb Ai-Petri, at this time the flow of people who wish will be minimal, so getting to the top by funicular will be several times faster and without queuing. And also among the attractions of the peninsula, recommended for visiting in spring, it is worth noting Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

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