Which beach is better: sandy or pebble. Beaches: sand or pebbles. What to choose

Many tourists, having learned that they will have to expose their belly to the sun on rocky shores, come to quiet horror and begin to yearn for fine white sand. But in fact, pebbles have a lot of advantages. Having appreciated them, you will want to return to such spaces again and again. Today's article is about hot stones. Pebble beach: health benefits and more.
Foot massage. Does it hurt to step? Ay-ay, where are my flip-flops? And if you look at the question from the other side? Walking barefoot on polished stones is an effect on reflex points and stimulates the work of many internal organs. So, we get something like an acupuncture session. And completely free and in unlimited quantities.

Free stone massage. You can get an expensive procedure in beauty parlors if you ignore the sun loungers and spread the bedding directly on the polished stones. By the way, the author of this article, thanks to lying on a pebbly shore, had cellulite disappear in the initial stage.

Purity. Be sure to appreciate the advantages of pebbles when a particularly persistent breeze blows and you get, for example, a watermelon. No traces of sand on food! Also, on a pebble beach, the wind will not pour sand into your face, into your eyes. Well, if you sat on the beach in a wet bathing suit, you won’t have to immediately run into the shower - after all, nothing will stick to your clothes.

Another plus (rather, for hotel owners!) is that after taking a shower, the drains in the rooms are not so clogged, because sand does not get into them, which inevitably remains on the skin after visiting sandy beaches by vacationers.

Minus flat feet. It is generally accepted that it is better for children to sunbathe on the sand. It is, but not quite. If a child walks on pebbles, his risk of flat feet is reduced. However, the stones must be at a comfortable temperature.

But there is a pebble beach and disadvantages.

• Firstly, walking on pebbles can be a real test for those who have spinal and leg injuries. In this case, you need to consult a doctor, walk in special shoes.

• Stones heat up very well, but also cool down quickly. Lovers of sunbathing under the moon better not to sit down, so as not to get a cold. (Gettings in wet swimming trunks or a bathing suit are especially dangerous). In this case, it is necessary to deploy on an inflatable mattress, deck chair, etc.

• If you swim even with a little excitement, you can hit the stones. It is better not to go into the sea when there are waves. However, swimming in a storm is dangerous in any case.

Before those who are going to the Crimea, to warm sea, there is a difficult choice - after all, the beaches of the peninsula amaze with their diversity! The beaches of the South Shore are mostly pebbly and rocky, West Bank famous for its warm healing sand…
Pebble beaches are chosen by those who love especially clean and clear water, or maybe they find it especially useful to walk on heated pebbles. It turns out that pebble beaches are found almost on the entire coast of Crimea! We will tell you only about the most famous ones.

Yalta, Massandra beach

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This is one of the most favorite beaches of Crimea among tourists. It is easily accessible - it is located near the center of Yalta, below Massandra Park. The sea is quite deep, medium-sized pebbles.
The beach is in perfect condition, constantly cleaned, and entry is free. It has everything you need to relax: equipment rental, deck chairs and deck chairs, various water activities, showers and toilets, a first-aid post, bungalows for overnight stays, cafes, bars and restaurants on the shore. There is a gym, swimming pool, and shops.

The beach is divided into six sectors - there are both recreation areas and playgrounds (volleyball, tennis) and entertainment areas, there are VIP zones.

Massandra beach is especially popular among young people. It regularly hosts discos and foam parties.
For seven years now, the beach has received the Blue Flag every year, an award for the best beaches Europe, corresponding to different standards.

Yalta, Livadia beach

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It is also very comfortable and very clean, moreover, a much less crowded beach compared to Massandrovsky. Livadia beach is located 3.5 kilometers from Yalta, you can go to it through the park of the famous Livadia Palace or go down the underground elevator (for a fee).
Entrance to Livadia beach is free.

There are very smooth pebbles on the beach, picturesque landscapes around. Just like Massandrovsky, the beach is divided by breakwaters into several zones.

The beach is landscaped, you can rent sun loungers, umbrellas, mattresses, buy food and drinks. Those who do not like noise and crowds rest here. The beach season in Livadia is long, from May to October.

Miskhor, beach "Mermaid"

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The village of Miskhor is considered the warmest place in Crimea - you can swim here even in October, and its pebbly beaches are famous for their exceptionally clear water.
Rusalka Beach is located between Yalta and Alupka. It is small, but very popular, and during the peak season it is crowded, although it is usually not very noisy here.

The symbol of the beach is a sculpture of a mermaid, located in the sea, not far from the coast, with which it is associated beautiful legend about the unfortunate girl.

Mermaid Beach is artificial, it consists of a concrete embankment and breakwaters, between which, in four sections, crushed igneous rock was once poured. The sea had turned the rubble into pleasantly smooth small pebbles. On one side of Miskhor is the famous mountain Ai-Petri, on the other - a small interesting rock Bagel with a tunnel - a "hole" in the middle.
The beach is free, it has equipment rental, a toilet. You can sit in a cafe on the waterfront, ride a boat.

Foros, main beach

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Not only the heads of state prefer Foros for recreation - even the residents of Yalta, which is not deprived of beautiful beaches, like to come to the beaches of Foros.

Here the sea is especially clean, quite deep, there are many cozy coves.

The main beach of Foros is free, about 10 meters wide. It consists of large and small pebbles, partly - concrete pavement. There are stone boulders and small rocks on the beach.
The beach of the village of Foros (also called the "Green Beach") is rather modestly equipped - changing rooms, rental of umbrellas and sunbeds, diving equipment, a rescue station. There are many cafes and kiosks on the embankment.

Simeiz, the beach of the village

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Only 18 kilometers separate the village of Simeiz from Yalta with its famous parks and palaces. Along the long embankment of Simeiz there are very picturesque large-pebble beaches with steep slopes to them.

There are rocks around the beaches, and many swim right from them. The most famous and beautiful beach is at Diva rock.

Simeiz Beach is quite noisy, it lives a busy life: all kinds of beach activities, active sports games, discos, cafes. In a word, this beach is ideal for youth recreation.
The beach is quite landscaped, there is a rental of equipment, you can rent equipment for scuba diving; entrance to it is free. Very close to the beach there is a wonderful park of the sanatorium "Simeiz", and a little further away - a large water park.
By the way, only 18 kilometers separate the village of Simeiz from Yalta with its famous parks and palaces.

Alushta, Laskovyi Bereg beach

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The embankment of Alushta stretches for several kilometers. The Laskovyi Bereg beach is located along the central section of the embankment, literally a five-minute walk from the city center. It's urban main beach Alushta.

Usually it is very crowded here, during the peak season you have to take places in the morning!

The beach is small-pebbled, free (although you have to pay for sunbeds), not very wide. It is well equipped: there is a shower, toilets, a first-aid post, rental of beach equipment. Those who wish can rent a boat for fishing, ride a boat. There are water attractions for children, a slide, you can ride a banana. In addition, nearby, on the waterfront - all kinds of services, cafes, shops and entertainment.

Alushta, "Bay of Love"

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This "wild" beach is located near Alushta, near the village of Rybachye. "Bay of Love" is one of the most picturesque places on the southern coast of Crimea.

This semicircular bay, covered with rocks, was formed from the remains of an ancient, long extinct volcano.

It's very pure water, rocky narrow coast - during bad weather it is flooded, so it is dangerous to spend the night on the beach. True, those who know these places well say that there are several caves in the rocks where you can hide.
The peculiarity of the "Bay of Love" is that it is not easy to get there. There are two ways: either from the sea, by boat or boat, or through the mountains, along a steep "goat" path. However, the hiking path is also quite accessible and does not require any climbing training.

Sevastopol, Jasper beach at Cape Fiolent

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One of the most beautiful places in Crimea, famous for its extraordinary multi-colored pebbles, including pieces of jasper, as well as very clear water of a beautiful turquoise color. This is a "wild" beach, but very popular, which means it is crowded during the peak season. The beach is divided into three recreation areas. In the main one, "Monastyr" (named because of its proximity to St. George's Monastery), there are changing rooms, a small cafe, kiosks, rental of boats, umbrellas.
Opposite the beach, in the sea, rises the rock of the Holy Apparition with a cross. There are steps in the rock, and you can climb to its top.

The main problem awaiting those who want to relax on Jasper beach- a very long and steep, and sometimes unsafe descent (and then no less difficult climb!) Up the stairs, numbering from 800 to 900 steps!

But, fortunately, there is another option - to get there by boat, which regularly comes here from Balaklava.

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Sevastopol, Laspi Bay

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Laspi Bay is located near Sevastopol, between Capes Aya and Sarych.

There are several beaches in the bay, surrounded by relic juniper groves. Some of them are pebbly, others are concreted.

Pebble beaches are usually chosen for families with children, since the entry into the sea here is quite smooth, shallow. Near the concrete piers it is very deep, experienced swimmers, fishermen and divers rest here, because in Laspi there is a transparent sea, at the bottom of which you can see fish, crabs, mollusks.
There is a good infrastructure on the free pebble beach near the Batiliman sanatorium in Laspi Bay: waterslides and rides, rental of beach equipment. There are many cafes and restaurants, there are discos, you can even fly on a hang glider.

Olenevka, the beaches of Cape Tarkhankut

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Cape Tarkhankut - extreme western point Crimea. Little vegetation, a lot of stones and rocks, exceptionally clear water make the local landscape a little "unearthly". The beaches of Cape Tarkhankut stretch for as much as 25 kilometers, they are mostly pebbly, you can meet them quiet coves, big stones, grottoes, caves.
These beaches are especially loved by divers - after all, the water here is visible at 6-8 meters! You can see a variety of marine life, beautiful shells, plants ...

On Cape Tarkhankut there is such a romantic place as the "Bowl of Love" - ​​a natural sea pool among the rocks. According to legend, if, after jumping from a cliff into the water, the lovers do not open their hands, their life together will be happy.

Pebble beach? Many believe that there is only discomfort with him - it is uncomfortable to lie down and it hurts to walk. Of course, it is softer for vacationers to lie on sandy beaches, and it may be more pleasant to walk, but not everything is smooth there either: you can stumble upon food waste left by unscrupulous tourists, or shards of broken glass and other sharp things. On a pebbly beach, all objects are perfectly visible, so the risk of injury is much less, of course, if you look under your feet.

Pebble beach: three pros

• water in such places is always clean and transparent, even in the midst of the holiday season;
• relaxing on a pebbly beach, you can warm up your whole body well. High temperature, weak radioactive radiation of porphyry and granite in the composition of pebbles, a pleasant mechanical effect of warm stones - all this carries not only vivid sensations, but also a healing effect;
• Staying on a pebbly beach is a good prevention, as well as a way to treat many diseases. According to medical research, the massaging effect of pebbles has a beneficial effect in the treatment of flat feet, bronchial asthma, migraine, joint diseases, and even epilepsy.

How to be treated on a pebble beach?

start wellness procedures on beaches with small pebbles, and then gradually move on to larger ones.

Walk barefoot on sea pebbles heated by the sun - at first for several minutes a day, and then bring the daily rate of such a natural massage to half an hour.

Walking barefoot is useful in principle, and walking barefoot on sea pebbles has simply enormous health benefits: blood circulation normalizes, all organs begin to perform their functions better, breathing becomes easier. Any seals on the feet are reduced, the joints become more mobile. After a week of walking barefoot on pebbles, you will feel an influx of strength and energy.

Sunbathe on the pebbly beach, it's a "free spa". Lying on pebbles heated to +40 - +50°C, you will get a powerful massage effect on the blood and lymphatic vessels. Under the influence of such a "passive" massage, the activity of the body increases, metabolism, sweating are stimulated, kidney function improves, excess fluid leaves the body, due to which puffiness disappears. In addition, sunbathing helps to increase joint mobility.

Jump on round stones for 10 minutes, repeat this procedure 2-3 times a day. This will help improve blood circulation in the pelvic organs.

After lying on the pebbles, take a shower (at a water temperature of 37-36 ° C) or swim in a pond in warm water. Then rest in the shade for 30-60 minutes.

Relax on the pebble beach with pleasure, recharge your health and positive!

First, let's figure out what types of beaches there are in general.

Sand beach differs in color of sand - white and black.

• White sand- it's normal sea ​​sand. Each grain of sand has been washed by thousands of years of surf and warmed by the sun.
• black sand It is of volcanic origin and consists of small particles of hardened lava washed by the surf. Naturally, such beaches are found only in the vicinity of volcanoes. For example, in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

Khalaktyrsky beach, Kamchatka region

This is a beach where time has not yet had time to erase all the pebbles into sand. On a sandy-pebble beach, sand and pebbles can be mixed, or they can go in strips - first sand, and when entering the sea - pebbles. In any case, such a beach is quite comfortable for both swimming and sunbathing.

Pebble beach. The surface of the beach is covered with rounded pebbles washed by the sea. This type of beach is widespread on the Black Sea coast.

Pebble beach, Anapa

rocky beach. Purity! Yes, it is the purity and transparency of the water that is what makes rocky beaches attractive. If you are a fan of snorkelling, you will definitely like it. But when entering the sea, you need to try not to slip on boulders overgrown with algae. But with children it is better to relax in another place.

These beaches are considered the youngest. Water has been sharpening stones for only a couple of million years and has not yet had time to turn them into sand.

Advantages and disadvantages of a sandy beach

Advantages:

• of course, the sandy beach is perfect place for relaxing with children, especially with toddlers. Children can occupy themselves with building sand castles, digging each other in, building streams, etc.;
• while adults also have a lot of opportunities for entertainment. After all, it is no coincidence that the program of the Olympics appeared beach views sports - football and volleyball. Sand will provide soft falls and allow you to perform acrobatic stunts;
• as a rule, the entrance to the reservoir on the sandy beach is more gentle, which makes it much safer;
• soft warm sand provides comfort for lying on it.

Flaws:

• with the wind, the sand on such a beach spreads over the entire area and gets on clothes and shoes, flies into the eyes;
• it often happens that sandy beaches dirtier than pebbles. This happens because vacationers bury their trash.

Advantages and disadvantages of a pebble beach

Advantages:

• stepping on pebbles and walking on it is a useful natural massage for the feet, toning the whole body. Of course, provided that the pebbles are not hot;
• even with a strong wind, the pebbles do not rise, do not climb into the eyes, into things and other undesirable places;
• waves constantly mix the pebbles, and algae do not have time to grow. While on the coast, where there is a sandy beach, at the end of July everything is already overgrown with algae;
• the water at such a beach is always clean, transparent even in the midst of summer holidays.

Flaws:

• pebbles are very fond of receiving the sun's rays and are so hot that they burn the feet of vacationers;
• lying on pebbles, although useful, is not as convenient as on the sand;
• entertainment on such a beach is reduced to a minimum. Children from idleness begin to throw pebbles;
• pebbles are not safe, as quite sharp pebbles can occur.

No matter how beautiful Crimea was with its palaces, amazing caves or ancient fortresses, people come here first of all to soak up the rays southern sun and swim in the warm sea. But even in this case nature Crimean peninsula tried to create different beaches that will make the rest in different regions of Crimea unique.

The beaches of Western Crimea: the golden kingdom of the sun

Western Crimea is perfect place for those who love beach holidays. sunny days in the western Crimea it is much more, the sea warms up better, the beach season lasts from May to October.

By the way, it is in the western Crimea that the most northern beach peninsula, which the Khazars called the "Golden Blade". This is a cozy shallow bay that goes deep into the land. From the north, the bay is protected by a chain of Swan Islands. The beach here is made of small shells ground into sand, which, due to the combination of iron in the sun, seems golden. This place is located near the village of Razdolnoe.

Bakalskaya spit: natural beach on two sides

This amazing beach, created by nature itself, is located in the northwestern part of Crimea, not far from the village. Glorious. Here nature has created a unique eight-kilometer sand bar separating the estuary and the open sea. The width of the spit is from three to eight meters, and it is dangerous to be on it in a storm. But on nice days best place not to be found for rest.

On the one hand, there is a warm estuary, the water in which warms up to almost thirty degrees. The salt level in the water is elevated - such a small Crimean Dead Sea with healing mud. The estuary is shallow, calm, the bottom is muddy, and this beautiful place for holidays with children or for those who like to soak in warm water. But if you want to swim in the Black Sea and feel how the waves shake you, just go to the other side of the Bakal Spit.

It is worth noting that the sea here is often with high waves, so children themselves should not be allowed to go to this side of the beach, but they feel quite freely in the estuary, and stormy air is useful for its aerosols.

There is a similar bay near the village. Mezhvodnoe, also in Western Crimea. It is called Yarylgachskaya. Where the oblique divides lakes Sasyk and Dzharylgach.

Not far from these places, Black Sea, with excellent sandy beaches. There are practically no storms here, so this is an ideal place for those who like to spend a lot of time swimming in the sea.

Tarkhankut Peninsula: romantic beaches

The Tarkhankut peninsula is the westernmost point of Crimea. This amazing place which has become a conservation area. Tarkhankut has a huge length, but the coastline, which is suitable for a beach holiday, is only about 30 kilometers. The Tarkhankut peninsula is famous for its places created by nature itself for diving and snorkeling. Here the water is amazingly clear and interesting and varied. undersea world who reveals his secrets to the bravest. The Tarkhankut peninsula is famous for its grottoes and cozy coves that create a protected secluded shelter, the so-called "pocket", romantic beaches, which are formed due to landslides when the soil slides into the sea faster in the center, creating such a natural amphitheater. But, it is impossible to spend the night in such bays, because with a high wave or a storm, or they are completely flooded with water. For camping, you need to choose places where grass grows. By the way, if you have too young children, you should not choose Cape Tarkhankut for relaxation, since the sea here is quite deep.

Evpatoria: children's republic

But where children will like it is in Evpatoria. No wonder this city is called the Children's Republic. According to meteorologists, it is in Evpatoria that the sunniest summer and the warmest sea. Voza here warms up to 20 degrees in May, the swimming season lasts almost until November. The seabed here is flat, without sudden holes and pitfalls.

Evpatoria is one of the best resorts the entire west coast. There are many health resorts and hotels that have their own beaches. Of course, all these beaches are mostly paid, but they provide vacationers with sun loungers, umbrellas, the beaches are cleaned and washed daily. There are a lot of such beaches in the city, and you can choose according to your taste.

Evpatoria beach

Beach "Cote d'Azur"

Considered one of the most beautiful and picturesque beaches city, so wedding ceremonies are very often held here. Located in the western part of the city. The peculiarity of the beach is in a wide coastal strip, so it seems that the beach is not crowded. In addition, here you can stop by car and pitch a tent.

Separate areas for smokers are equipped, there are sun loungers, umbrellas and gazebos for those who do not like to sunbathe. Beach bars and restaurants offer a fairly wide range of menus, at fairly reasonable prices.

The bottom here is flat, the first thirty meters the water does not reach a depth of one and a half meters, so the children have more fun to frolic.

Oasis Beach

Residents of Evpatoria consider this beach one of the best. It is located on the street. Simferopol next to the hotel with the same name. It is noteworthy that the beach is located in the old town and it is convenient to come here after excursions.

The beach area is cleaned and therefore there are no cigarette butts or broken glass. All the sand of the beach is sifted through special nets. In addition, the beach is divided into paid and free zones. It is better to come to the free zone early in the morning, as there are a lot of people here.

There are separate areas for smokers and playgrounds for beach games. Of course, there are many attractions for children.

The only minus of the beach, or rather the seabed, which is adjacent to the "Oasis" is an underwater plate, which is often hit, since there are no warning signs. But, this did not stop the beach from winning as many as three shells - and this is how the best beaches are awarded in Evpatoria.

"Knight's Beach"

Once upon a time, tournaments of knights were held in this place, hence the name of this beach. This is probably the busiest beach in the city. Its motto is "Fun from morning to night". The beach will especially appeal to young people and club party-goers, for whom a variety of events are held here. At night, life here does not stop, but continues in a club format, but during the day this place turns into an ordinary beach, and free of charge.

Located "Knight's Beach" on the street. Simferopol. It is easy to recognize him by the statue of a knight at the entrance.

Free beaches of Evpatoria

Communal beach at the intersection of the street. Frunze and embankment them. Gorky.

This is one of the most crowded beaches, where it is simply impossible to retire. The beach area is quite large, but the truth is getting smaller every year due to numerous attractions and inflatable, children's complexes, which are installed here right on the sand.

Beaches on the street. Simferopol.

Along the street, many beaches have already been “cultivated” and, of course, have become paid, but there are also communal beaches that are very easy to recognize, since they are not fenced. The beach is so de quite crowded and vacationers have to crowd. Also nearby is another free beach "Solaris".

By the way, at the very end of the street you can find another free beach, a little unkempt, but not crowded. Here you can relax from the bustle of the city. The beach area is quite large and therefore it is comfortable for those who do not like big crowds.

Beach near the lake Moinaki and embankment them. Tereshkova

This is one of the few free beaches that are located in close proximity to the lake with healing mud Moinaki. The peculiarity of the beach is that instead of sand there are wide concrete steps that go into the sea. If you don't like sandy beaches, then this is the place for you.

Of course, this is only a small part of the beaches of Evpatoria, since there are more than 70 of them and they are located on a 25-kilometer coastal zone.

Further south from Evpatoria lies a chain of lakes: Sivash, Mikhailovskoe, Kizil-Yar and Sakskoe with its healing mud and many other smaller ones. Almost the entire coast is reserved for beaches that are suitable for both children and adults. The most "underdeveloped beach" of this region is located in the village. Novofedorovka. It is very convenient to get here both from Evpatoria and Sak, and from Simferopol.

In the village Nikolaevka, Coastal, Sandy beaches are already of mixed type. Here, in addition to sand, fine gravel is added. The coastline on the equipped beaches is gentle and suitable for children, but on wild beaches, the sea may be deeper and the bottom is not even, so do not leave children unattended.

The beaches of the southern coast of Crimea

Further south, almost to Sevastopol, there are no equipped beaches. This is a wild coast and you should not choose these places for recreation. The exception is the places where rivers flow into the sea. Lyubimovka and s. Uchkuevka. There are quite spacious sand and gravel beaches with a gently sloping seabed. There is a large nudist beach in Lyubimovka, which will appeal to lovers of perfectly tanned skin. By the way, in Lyubimovka one of the most clean beaches in the area, it is not the most equipped, there is no developed infrastructure, but here you will not find broken bottles or scattered napkins.

On the outskirts of Sevastopol in Andreevka, Orlovka, Kacha, on Cape Tolstoy, good beaches are also equipped. It should be noted that in this part of the Crimea the beaches are pebbly, only sometimes there are pebble-sand beaches.

Sevastopol and its environs

There are many in Sevastopol good beaches well-appointed and clean. Sevastopol has more than 100 days in the swimming season that are safe for children, since the bays with beaches are protected from storms and therefore there are practically no high wave. But Sevastopol has another problem - stagnant water, to which sewage is added, with which the city's wastewater treatment facilities cannot cope. But there are a few places where the water is crystal clear. These are the Laspi bay and the Batiliman and Ayazima tracts. By the way, the climate here is close to subtropical, as in the Mediterranean Sea.

In Sevastopol itself and the suburbs of the city of beaches, as in any other resort town There are quite a lot of beaches in Crimea with different infrastructure and different conditions. Of course, there are well-maintained beaches, where the territory is cleaned daily, and a wide variety of services are provided to visitors. But there are also spontaneous, wild beaches where cleanliness depends mainly on the vacationers themselves.

Here are some of the beaches of Sevastopol that deserve attention

Beach "Solnechny"

Quite small, only 100 meters of sand and pebble beach. It is located within the city in the microdistrict "Streletsky" on the right side of the Sandy Bay. The well-equipped beach is located in close proximity to the Tauric Chersonese nature reserve, so it is always crowded here. The water here is quite clean and warm.

Beach "Sand"

Located next to Sunshine. This is one of the oldest beaches in the city and also one of the cleanest. It is worth noting that the beach is well equipped for children. The seabed here is flat, and there are almost never waves.

Beach "Victory Park"

It is located directly next to the park of the same name, not far from the Zurbagan water park. The beach here does not go out into the bay like many other Sevastopol beaches, but into the open sea, so the water here is quite clean. The only negative is the rocky bottom, so you need to be careful.

There are a lot of eateries and cafeterias around the beach where you can have a tasty and inexpensive meal.

Beach " Blue Bay»

It is located almost on the outskirts of the city, this is its most southwestern part. This is a picturesque, pebbly beach, which is very popular with divers and snorkellers. "Blue Bay" is located in a place protected from prying eyes, it is not crowded and will appeal to those who do not like crowds and want to take a break from the bustle of the city.

Beaches around Sevastopol

We must not forget that in the district of Sevastopol there are very picturesque places where you can also find many beaches. According to both the Sevastopol residents and vacationers, the most beautiful beaches are located on Cape Fiolent. Royal, Jasper, Silver - some names say that this place is of extraordinary beauty. Basically, these are unequipped beaches, which you need to come with your own bedspreads, and here you will find the benefits of civilization that city beaches are full of. But this is the beauty of such beaches - you can enjoy the beautiful nature, not disfigured by human activity.

Lost World Beach

About it amazing beach few people know, and less people visited here. This beach is located in a protected area in the tract Kakzan-dere. On all sides the beach is surrounded by hard-to-reach rocks and protected forest, so you can only get to the beach by boat. The journey from Sevastopol will take about an hour. The beach is small and almost deserted. But here you can feel a real fusion with nature, you can’t even believe that a noisy city with thousands of tourists is located very close.

Big Yalta: the very south of Crimea

From Cape Aya and further to the east, cozy bays and picturesque cliffs alternate. This is where it starts mountain Crimea and therefore the beaches are mostly pebbly, the seabed is more steeply sloped and rounded stones or even whole boulders can be found at the bottom. But do not be afraid to hurt your legs - the water here is surprisingly clean and the bottom can be seen even through a two-meter water column.

The warmest place in Crimea is Miskhor beach and park. in winter average temperature Miskhor is 1 degree higher than in Yalta and 4 degrees higher than in Simferopol. The beach here is artificial, made of pleasant, well-rounded gravel. On the one hand, Miskhor props up Ai-Petri, and on the other picturesque rock with the funny name Bagel because of the hole that resembles this bakery product.

Ecological balance south coast mainly depends on limestone rocks, of which there are quite a lot. These are breakaways from southern ridge The Crimean mountains are pieces of rock, which over millions of years have become separate elements of the landscape. bathing season here it lasts from the end of May to October.

Yalta, Gurzuf, Partenit, Livadia - these famous resorts located on the shores of wide, semicircular bays, where hundreds of thousands of tourists come every year. Many beaches that are not within the city are bordered by small amphitheaters made of rocks, creating comfort and some privacy for vacationers. Although on south coast It is difficult to find a secluded place in Crimea - during the holiday season there are a lot of people here.

More about the beaches of Yalta

There are a lot of beaches in Yalta, for different tastes, both paid and free. It all depends on the hotels that are located nearby. Almost all beaches are pebbly, the sea goes deep into the depths, so you should not let the children go alone here. There are several beaches of Big Yalta that I would like to especially note.

Massandra beach

The beach is located within the city of Yalta immediately behind the sea station. Since 2010, the beach has been annually awarded the Blue Flag, which is awarded to the best beaches in Europe. It is worth noting that this is the first beach in Crimea, which managed to receive such an award. The blue flag is given to the beach for meeting different standards. Among them: free entry, a ban on entry with animals, a ban on the entry of vehicles, weekly water testing, sand cleaning, showers, a first-aid post and a toilet on the beach and other parameters.

The beach is divided into several sectors - there are both recreation areas and playgrounds and entertainment areas. On the territory of the beach there are volleyball courts, tennis courts, cozy bungalows and much more that will make your vacation on such a beach memorable.

Also on the beach there is a developed infrastructure, here you can find any service, from a gym to a tattoo parlor. Cafes and restaurants offer a varied menu. It is worth noting that life on the beach practically does not stop; in the evening and at night, beach discos and parties are held here.

By the way, in 2014 the beach of the Intourist hotel also received the Blue Flag.

Livadia beach

The beach is located in Livadia, 3.5 kilometers from Yalta. This is one of the cleanest beaches in the world. free entry with amazing picturesque nature. You can go down to the beach on the underground elevator or on foot through the park of the Livadia Palace.

The beach is free and unlike other pebbles, it is run-in and does not prick. The beach is divided into several zones, you can rent umbrellas or sun loungers for an additional fee. By the way, there are much fewer people here than in Big Yalta, so the beach is more suitable for those who do not like crowds.

In general, it is rather problematic to find a sparsely populated beach on the southern coast of Crimea. A huge crowd of people who come here to relax occupies almost all the free space. Therefore, in the vicinity of Yalta, there is a problem with cleanliness on the beaches, so here, the less locality, topics better beach. Very beautiful beaches in Simeiz, where the mountains practically run into the sea. The Blue Stones beach is especially beautiful, although it is not so easy to get to it - it takes some effort to go down to the water's edge.

Nikitsky beach

Although this beach is not the most comfortable, but it is one of the least crowded beaches. True, it is better to get to it through the Nikitsky Botanical Garden, wander along the picturesque alleys and go down to the sea. The beach does not have a developed infrastructure, sun loungers and umbrellas have been here since Soviet times, but here you can stay in relative seclusion and enjoy the picturesque views of Nikitsky Park and the azure sea.

It is worth noting that there are quite a lot of stones of different sizes, both on the shore and in the sea, so this beach is not particularly popular. But if you go to Cape Martyan, you can breathe in the purest air, where the aromas of the sea and juniper are mixed.

seaside beach

This is one of the oldest beaches in Yalta. He is very popular among local residents as well as among visitors. The beach is free, so it's always crowded. Behind separate fee you can rent a sun lounger or an umbrella.

There are quite a few cafeterias around the beach, and food stalls where you can have a fairly inexpensive meal in between sun and sea baths.

Foros beaches

In general, Foros differs from Yalta and other resorts on the southern coast with clean water. It is here that the inhabitants of Yalta come to rest, preferring Foros private beaches. It is worth noting that almost all the beaches of this resort are free. The depth of the seabed is from 3 to 6 meters. Underwater currents adjoin the shore almost close to the shore, which purify coastal waters. The beaches in Foros are made of small pebbles. There are many cozy bays that create comfort and romance. But for families with children, the city beach is perfect, where everything is equipped for families.

Alushta beaches

The administrative division of Yalta and Alushta is separated by the Ayu-Dag mountain, so there is no particular difference between these resorts. In Alushta, as well as in Yalta, in summer the number of tourists increases by several thousand times, so almost every centimeter of the coastal zone is reserved for the beach. It is worth noting that a lot of juniper is planted in Alushta, which exudes a marvelous aroma, so when coming to Alushta, one cannot fail to note its clean air.

Beaches in Alushta, just like in Yalta, are paid and free. Paid beaches are mainly related to some hotel, which is located nearby. The advantage of paid beaches is that there are much fewer vacationers, and the service is much better.

The beaches of Professor's Corner

This is a whole series of beaches, most of which are paid. The Professor's Corner is built up with luxurious hotels, each of which has taken its place coastline. Paid beaches are clean and ennobled. The infrastructure is well developed here, and the service and entertainment that they offer will definitely find their consumer. But, it is worth noting that the fee charged for entering the beach includes the rental of sun loungers and umbrellas. In addition, there are many shops with “resort” equipment nearby, where you can buy masks, swimwear or sunglasses.

There are only two free beaches on Professor's Corner. One is between 64 and 65 buns, and the second beach is generally not very suitable for a beach holiday, as it is completely littered with stones, and you can only get to it by swimming.

Beach "Laskovyi Bereg"

Being in Alushta, one cannot but visit the Laskovyi Bereg beach. This is the most big beach in the city. The beach is free, but its infrastructure is at a decent level. Toilets, showers, a first-aid post - all this is provided to vacationers free of charge. But in order to take a place on the "Laskovy Bereg" you need to get up early - after 11 am, you are unlikely to find it.

The beach is covered with small pebbles, for a small fee you can rent a sun lounger or an umbrella. Around the recreation area there are many cafes where you can have a cheap meal. It also offers many activities, such as banana rides or inflatable slides for children.

Fishing camp

This place is located four kilometers from Alushta. It is a long, narrow coastline with a pebbly beach and a pier. It is not as crowded here as in Alushta, but, of course, there are not all the benefits of civilization. And if you can have a bite to eat in the surrounding cafes, then you need to stock up on clean water, a deck chair or a mat.

The sea here is clean, the seabed is flat. There are plenty of places to swim and frolic. But even with a slight wave of the sea, you will have to be located on the pier, since the coastline is very narrow. There is also the opportunity to go fishing, not without reason this place is called Rybachy camp.

Bay of Love

One of the most beautiful places Big Alushta. This is a picturesque bay hidden from prying eyes, probably because it has been preserved because it is not so easy to get into it. The Bay of Love is located near the village of Rybachye. This bay is half of an ancient, extinct volcano, so its shape is almost a perfect semicircle, protected by rocks from all sides. Many people think that the only way to get to it is by sea, but this is not true. There is a so-called goat path that leads through the rocks, right into the bay. But if you decide to get there in this way, pick up comfortable shoes, as you will have to go down into the bay along a steep mountain path.

There is a legend that those who spend the night here will be very happy, but it is better not to stay on the beach for the night, because in case of a storm it is completely flooded. You can wait in one of the secret caves.

The water here is amazingly clean, the bottom is rocky and looks through even a few meters. You can watch the marine life or just swim in the crystal clear water.

Western Crimea: mountains and sea

Western Crimea attracts primarily with its amazing nature. There is nothing more beautiful in the world than a combination of mountains and sea, and therefore true connoisseurs of nature come to Western Crimea. There are not many resorts here, most of which are located in small villages: Kurortnoye, Novy Svet, Ordzhonikidze, Koktebel and others.

New World beaches

One of the most beautiful places in Crimea, with an amazing combination of the purest sea ​​water, gray mountains and green juniper. It may not have as much entertainment as in other resorts, but it more than pays off. magnificent views. Novyi Svet is a lost village, fenced off from civilization, surrounded by mountains.

New World beach

The sea here is very clean, and the beaches are located on the banks of the multi-colored Bays: Blue, Blue and Emerald. There is the Royal Beach, Turtle Bay, which was chosen by nudists and other small pocket beaches located among the amphitheater of rocks. In the New World, the beaches are made of fine shell sand, which is pleasant to lie on, but at the same time the water will not be cloudy. The seabed in the Emerald Bay, where the main beach is located, is gentle and safe for children, but on wild beaches the bottom goes more abruptly, so you should not let the children go alone.

The beaches of Sudak

The beaches of Sudak are located on a two-kilometer coastline that runs parallel to the city streets. There are both paid and demon paid beaches. Perfect for kids? Urban, central beach or beach children's camp"Seagull", where the bottom is cleared of stones, shallow, and equipped with buoys. There are many entertainments on the beaches of Sudak: water rides, inflatable complexes, beach volleyball courts, etc. The beaches are equipped with showers, a first-aid post and toilets. Along the perimeter there are numerous cafes and stalls with homemade wine where you can have a bite to eat.

The beaches of Koktebel

Vacationers leave the most mixed reviews about the rest in Koktebel. The city is located in a small bay called Tikhaya, which speaks of climatic features this place. The bottom is flat, sandy and it is good to relax here with children. But on the other hand, the city came almost close to the sea, and therefore the beach here is quite small. To get a place on the sand, you need to get up early. This is one of the biggest problems of the city, since there is nowhere for the beach to expand, and it is becoming more and more difficult to accommodate everyone during the season every year.

Koktebel beach

There are also paid beaches, but they are not able to cope with the influx of tourists. Koktebel is a small town, and although they try to provide a variety of entertainment, they still cannot be compared with the capabilities of other resorts.

Beaches of Feodosia

Apart from Kerch, Feodosia is the only relatively big city Western Crimea. The dignity of Theodosius are great beaches where even during the peak season you can always find a free place. There are several beaches here, each of which has its own merits.

But, it is worth noting that the sea in Feodosia is a little cooler compared to other resort towns. The city is located much to the north than Sudak, Alushta and other cities, and it has access to the open sea, so the water balance is constantly changing. This makes coastal waters much cleaner, but also colder. In addition, there are frequent waves at sea. Another problem of Feodosia is the pitfalls that you can hit hard.

Most of the beaches in Feodosia are free, and there are about ten of them in Feodosia. Sun loungers and umbrellas can be rented for a fee. There are toilets, showers, playgrounds for sports games and children's attractions. I would especially like to note " Children's beach» - here everything is equipped for children's recreation. The seabed in this place is gently sloping and almost 50 meters shallow.

One of the most ennobled beaches with developed infrastructure "Disco-117". This is not just a beach, but a real one. entertainment center under open sky. There are billiards, tennis courts, a disco bar and other entertainment. The beach is located on the outskirts of the city and can be reached by fixed-route taxi №4.

"Golden Beach"

Already outside the city, along the Feodosia-Kerch highway, the Golden Beach lies for fifteen kilometers. This beach is one of the ten best beaches in Crimea. Golden sand, which gave the name to the beach, a gently sloping pebble seabed and picturesque nature - all this attracts quite a few vacationers. Since the beach is located seven kilometers from the city, Golden Beach has acquired its own infrastructure. There are many boathouses and mini-hotels where you can have a good rest. The beach is equipped with showers, toilets, a first-aid post and a number of children's attractions.

The beaches of Kerch

Kerch is the easternmost city in Crimea, located on the border of two seas: the Black and Azov, which makes the rest here unusual and interesting. There are many beaches where you can have a great rest without even going deep into the peninsula. It is worth noting an interesting pattern that in the city itself the beaches are not as ennobled and well-groomed as in the suburbs. Very often they are overgrown with grass and algae washed ashore, so in Kerch you should not look for housing in the city center.

Arshintsevskaya Spit

This is one of the most famous beaches Kerch Peninsula. The beach is quite extensive with a width of 20-40 meters and runs for three kilometers. Arshintsevskaya Spit attracts a lot of tourists every year. Concrete breakwaters are laid out in several places, sea grass, which is found on many beaches of Kerch, is practically absent here. The bottom is flat and does not deepen sharply, so the water warms up very quickly and remains warm for a long time. The beach is not equipped, there are no showers, and there are too few toilets. It will please those who love beach holidays and not very selective.

City Beach

It starts from the southern outskirts of the city and runs for almost two and a half kilometers. The beach is sandy, its width varies from 100 to 150 meters. You can always find free space here. The seabed here first sharply goes into the depth, and then becomes shallow again - this is called the Azov bar. The water warms up to 27-28 degrees, so this is one of the best places to relax with small children.

Entrance to the beach is free, but if necessary, you can rent sun loungers or umbrellas. There are equipped showers, toilets, first-aid posts. There are many attractions and water activities. The beach is one of the most equipped not only in Kerch, but also in the Crimea. The only drawback is that the beach is far from the city center. Get here by bus number 5, number 10, number 41. The trip from the Bus Station takes about 40 minutes.

The beach in Geroevsky is very similar in its infrastructure, where a lot of vacationers also come.

General's beaches

Located near the village Generalskoye near Kerch.

This nature reserve, where amazingly beautiful nature and clean sea. There are no equipped beaches here, but they are not needed, as people come here to be alone with nature. The sea here is shallow, but there may be stones, so you need to be careful. It is worth remembering that you cannot litter in such places, and therefore everything that you brought must be taken with you in order to preserve this beauty for future generations. There are amazingly beautiful landscapes here and if you are looking for beautiful place for marine photography you just need to be here.

The beaches of the Azov coast

The Sea of ​​\u200b\u200bAzov is not deep, and therefore it warms up much faster. The water temperature here fluctuates between 26-28 degrees, the bottom is flat and, probably, there is no better place to relax with small children on the Crimean peninsula. Here wide sandbanks lie for tens of meters, wide sandy beaches and the complete absence of waves.

On this side of the Crimean peninsula there are no large cities with developed infrastructure, so you can choose one of the small villages for recreation. And then you will choose: Semenovka, Yurkino, Osovino, Novootradnoye, Mysovoye does not make much difference, the conditions are almost the same everywhere. The village of Zolotoe stands a little apart. Here the sea is a little deeper, and there are always few vacationers. This place is perfect for a quiet relaxing holiday.

From the village of Kamenskoye it stretches 100 kilometers deep into the sea Arabat arrow. A number of hotels, boathouses, frame houses and even ordinary trailers have been built here, where you can have an inexpensive rest on the sea. There is not much to do here, but if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you will love this place.