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It's famous balneological resort in the Khostinsky district of Greater Sochi.

It is worth coming here not only for the sake of water treatment, but also just for a walk, to see the interesting architecture and sights of Matsesta.

I liked Matsesta. splendid nature, a lot of greenery. Although, of course, everywhere there is a very strong smell of hydrogen sulfide. You won't get used to this very specific smell.

It is interesting that hydrogen sulfide begins to smell (yes, frankly speaking, it smells very strongly!) Even at the entrance to Matsesta. This smell is especially concentrated in the car tunnel to Matsesta - you certainly can't go wrong with the direction. 🙂

Road tunnel to Matsesta

A little about Matsesta: where does the name and history come from

What to see in Matsesta - more on that later. In the meantime, let's find out what, in fact, it is and why the resort is so popular.

Matsesta is the name of both the village (now a microdistrict) and the river that flows through it. It is also the name of a legendary girl.

The Matsesta River is not very big, but picturesque. It flows into the Black Sea. Its length is 18 kilometers. On one of the tributaries flow the most beautiful - be sure to visit them.

Matsesta river

The word “Matsesta” comes from the Ubykh (Ubykhs are a people related to the Adygs and Abkhazians) phrase “fire water”. Because from the Matsesta hydrogen sulfide water, the skin turns red, as if burned.

According to legend, Matsesta was the name of a girl who descended into the mysterious dungeons and, having paid for it with her life, got healing water for seriously ill parents.

True, in other versions of the legends, the girl survived, which I like more. It is sad when children are left without parents. But it's even sadder when parents lose their children...

The image of the legendary bold beauty is embodied in sculptural composition at the entrance to Matsesta.

The fame of Matsesta as a resort began in 1910. It was from here, from a small village, that the glory of the Sochi resort came. It is no coincidence that in the center of the coat of arms and flag of Sochi there is an image of the Matsesta springs (a silver bowl with fiery water), the main attraction of Matsesta.

Coat of arms of Sochi with the image of the Matsesta springs in the center

Flag of Sochi with the image of Matsesta springs in the center

In 1926, Stalin was successfully treated here, and after that he advised the resort to his party comrades-in-arms. At that time it was best recommendation. As a result, Sochi has become the most popular all-Union resort.

In the 1930s, many buildings were built here, which are now architectural monuments. The most famous sights of Matsesta: hydropathic, springs and Stalin's Dacha. Frankly speaking, it is thanks to Stalin that there is something to see in Matsesta even today. All the best appeared there with him.

Matsesta is divided into 2 main parts: Old and New. The main street is Cheltenham Alley, which stretches almost through the entire neighborhood.

The Novaya Matsesta area is closer to the coast. The health path begins there, and there you can also see the sculpture "Matsesta" and Stalin's Dacha.

In Staraya Matsesta, you can admire the building of the balneological clinic and the springs of healing water.

Even an absolutely healthy person (which I wish you with all my heart), who is not interested in treatment, has something to see in Matsesta. After all, despite the healing glory of the microdistrict, it is not at all necessary to come here for treatment. There is plenty to do here without it.

Sights of Matsesta

Everyone can make their own list of what to see in Matsesta, depending on their preferences. But the most interesting sights of Matsesta must be seen.

There are not so many of them, and in a couple of days you can see everything that is in the village itself. Plus, another 2-3 days will be needed to explore the most interesting things in the area.

View of Matsesta from the Matsesta viaduct

So, what to see in Matsesta?

1. If you drive from the center of Sochi by car or bus, you will be the first to see the recognizable sculpture of a girl "Matsesta". It is located on the corner of Kurortny Avenue and Cheltenham Alley (New Matsesta), at the coordinates: N43.545558, E39.789137.

Sculptural composition "Matsesta"

The sculptural composition was created from sandstone in 1968. The statue of the legendary girl seems to have merged with the mountain.

From highway the sculpture can be reached by stairs. In front of the sculpture is a small fountain, a symbol of the healing waters of Matsesta.

2. If you are traveling from the center by train, then you will be the first to see an architectural monument of regional significance next to the railway station - rotunda of Matsesta port point(Marine Station). She is pretty unusual architecture. Created by architect S.I. Voropaev in 1936

Rotunda of the Matsesta port point. Old photo

Located at the address: Kurortny Ave., 107.

3. One of the main attractions of Matsesta is the building of the Matsesta hydropathic(bathroom building No. 4). You can't tell from the outside that this is a hospital. Its facade is decorated with a portico with columns and rather resembles an ancient temple or some kind of theater. The building was built in 1940 in the Stalinist Empire style.

The project was created by architect Alexander Golubev. And it was built on the very spot where the first balneary, founded by Podgursky, once stood.

Hydropathic in Matsesta

Many have been treated here. famous people: Voroshilov, Budyonny, Brezhnev, Khrushchev and, of course, Stalin, whose dacha was in Matsesta.

It is possible not only to admire the luxurious building, but also to undergo a course of treatment with local waters. For this, it is not necessary to come here on a ticket. You can purchase the necessary procedures by simply going to the reception of the clinic.

Bust of Podgursky, the founder of the hydropathic

You can order an excursion to the balneological complex, with a tasting of Plastunskaya mineral water in the drinking gallery, by calling the hospital number from 8:00 to 12:30. An individual or group tour lasts 1 hour 20 minutes and is held all year round.

Opening hours: 8:00–17:00, weekdays.

Official website: matsesta.info. Phone: 8-800-200-04-34.

The facility is located at 4 Cheltenham Alley (Old Matsesta). GPS coordinates: N43.568045, E39.804116.

How to get to the Matsesta hydropathic. From the center of Sochi by buses No. 3, 120, 121, 43, 180 to the stop "Old Matsesta".

By car along Kurortny Avenue to Matsesta, turn left at the sculpture of Matsesta, and then straight along Cheltenham Alley to the end.

From the hospital you can climb to the Eagle Rocks and go to the Agur waterfalls.

4. Also, you can not pass by the iconic landmark of Matsesta - landscape and natural monument "Matsesta source".

Here you can see the legendary caves and the sources themselves.

Matsesta sources

Opening hours: 8:00–20:00, except Saturday and Sunday. Break: 14:00–14:30.

Prices: adults - 100 rubles, children (over 7 years old) - 50 rubles.

How to get to Matsesta springs. They are located next to the bathroom building No. 4, in Lechebny Lane, 2. From the spa, go along the bridge over the river and turn left along Lechebny Lane to the gate. You can also go through the territory of the sanatorium according to the signs. Coordinates: N43.566492, E39.805288.

5. Not far from the sources located. Created in 1998. Located in old building built in 1984. A small museum with an area of ​​about 80 square meters, which contains exhibits that tell about the flora and fauna of Sochi.

The first hall is dedicated to the history of the resort and national park, the second - Sochi nature.

Museum of Nature of the Sochi National Park

The museum is well designed. There are stands, dioramas, models of fragments of nature with stuffed animals and birds, as well as a collection of minerals. In my opinion, such museums are a big fan.

Museum of Nature of the Sochi National Park. Stuffed Caucasian forest cat

The museum is open from 8:00 to 17:00.

Address: Ruchey de Simona, 3 (Old Matsesta).

Tel.: 8 862 267 71 84. GPS coordinates: 43.572199, 39.811899

How to get there: by routes No. 43, 120, 121, 180 or to the railway station "Matsesta". Or walk 700 meters from the springs along Zelentrest Street.

6. Viaduct over the river Matsesta. It is also called the Matsesta Viaduct. This building can hardly be called the brightest attraction of Matsesta, for which it is worth going here. But if you are here, you will pass or drive over this bridge on any one, so at the same time you will see.

Matsesta viaduct

The Matsesta viaduct was built in the mid-30s (like everything, or almost all the most significant in Matsesta). The author of the project is the famous academician of architecture V.A. Schuko. Height arch bridge 31 meters, length - 411, it is 18 meters wide. Decorated with lanterns. And it looks pretty nice.

The Matsesta viaduct even made it onto a 2009 Russian postage stamp.

Matsesta viaduct on a 2009 stamp of Russia

Where: right at the entrance to Matsesta, on Kurortny Avenue, not far from the sculpture of the legendary girl. Coordinates: 43.544105, 39.791753.

7. "Sea Animals" and Aquarium in Matsesta is interesting not only for its content (that is, its inhabitants), but also appearance. This is one of ancient buildings Matsesta.

Matsesta Aquarium

Among the inhabitants: many different exotic fish, crocodiles, pythons, otters, seals, sea ​​lions and seals, penguins, hippopotamus.

Open from 9 am to 8 pm in summer; from 10 am to 6 pm winter time(October 1 to May). There are no breaks or days off.

How much it costs: an adult ticket will cost 500 rubles;

a child (from 6 to 11 years old, present a birth certificate) can go for 300 rubles, disabled children and babies under 6 years old - go for free;

disabled people of the 2nd and 3rd groups, veterans of military operations, pensioners (if they present a certificate) the entrance will also cost 300 rubles.

If you would like to view private tour, during which they will tell you everything and show you - another 300 rubles.

Where: 4 Cheltenham Alley. Coordinates: 43.548550, 39.793441.

Tel.: 8-622-67-72-26. Website: www.aquazoosochi.ru

How to get there: by routes No. 3,8, 43,90, 120,121,180 to the stop "Novaya Matsesta".

Or by train to the station "Matsesta". This text is stolen from the Road of Peace website (website)!

8. Stalin's dacha. The monument of history and architecture was erected in 1937 in the style of post-constructivism. For better camouflage, the building is painted dark green. The rooms contain preserved interiors, things that previously belonged to the leader.

Stalin's dacha. Courtyard

Stalin's dacha. wax figure I.V. Stalin

Stalin's dacha. Dining room

Address: Kurortny avenue, 120/1 (territory of the sanatorium "Green Grove"). Coordinates: 43.544107, 39.801288. Phone: 8 862 269 53 30.

Open to visitors: weekdays, 9:00–17:00.

Attention! A visit to this attraction of Matsesta is allowed only with a guide ( excursion groups formed hourly).

How to get to Stalin's dacha. Buses No. 2, 105, 124, 125. Stop "Green Grove" (from there 1 kilometer uphill, security can let you in by car).

9. If you rest for a long time in Matsesta, take a walk along the path of health - health path "Fairy Tale", which stretches for 4 kilometers from Matsesta towards central Sochi (the area of ​​the Summer Theater). Terrenkur goes along the sea. It grows cypresses, junipers, arborvitae, magnolias, laurels, cedars, eucalyptus and sequoias.

Matsesta health path "Health Path"

Matsesta Terrenkur. Observation deck

The trail is free to visit. Open daily from 6:00 to 23:00.

Entrance to the health path at the stop "Matsesta" (the area of ​​the sculptural composition "Matsesta").

Entrance to the health path

How to get to the health path "Fairy Tale". Buses No. 2, 3, 105, 105k, 105s, 120, 121, 125, 125p, 125s. The coordinates of the entrance to the health path: N 43.545587, E39.788322 (rotunda area of ​​the Matsesta port point).

These are only the main attractions of Matsesta. There is still something to see in Matsesta, but other objects are not so famous or more difficult to visit (for example, the abandoned Scientific Research Institute of Balneology and Physiotherapy - the security can generally kick you out from there, since it is not safe there).

How to get to Matsesta

So, now you know what to see in Matsesta. It remains only to go there.

Matsesta on the map:

How to get there by public transport and car

By bus. All routes leading to Adler go through Novaya Matsesta: Nos. 105, 106, 122 and many others.

Routes No. 3, 43, 120 go to Staraya Matsesta. From Novaya Matsesta to Staraya only about 3 kilometers, you can walk.

By train before railway station"Matsesta".

By car from the center towards Adler 15 minutes.

On foot. For those who like walking, it will be interesting to walk to Matsesta on foot from the Summer Theater or the Sochi Arboretum. To do this, you need to start the path from the street. Bzugu, moving along the health path. From st. Bzugu walk only 4 kilometers along a rather pleasant path, not near the highway.

Where to stay in Matsesta

If you decide to be treated or have planned what to see in Matsesta, and want to see all the sights of Matsesta without fuss and running around, slowly, then it is best to stay in the very heart of the resort.

Sanatorium "Green Grove"

The area has a fairly large selection of housing. The most popular are:

Guest house "Matsesta". Furmanova st., 12. For prices: ghmatsesta.com or by calling 8 918 600 12 34.

Guest house "Adamov Paradise". Cheltenham Alley, 5. uadama.narod.ru. Reservations: 8 988 237 25 33.

Boarding house "Rest-Matsesta". Resort Avenue, 120/2. Internet resource: rest-matsesta.ru. Phone: 8 862 235 66 00.

Sanatorium "Green Grove". Kurortny Ave., 120. Website: rosha-sochi.ru. Inquiries: 8 862 269 53 63.

Sanatorium "Green Grove". One of the buildings

The territory of the sanatorium "Green Grove"

Residential buildings of the sanatorium "Green Grove"

Chapel on the territory of the sanatorium "Green Grove"

Health complex "Sputnik". Novorossiysk highway, 17/1. Official Internet address: sputnik-sochi.ru. Call: 8 862 269 92 22.

If you want to thoroughly explore Mount Akhun (from there you can get to the Agur waterfalls, the Eagle Rocks with the sculpture of Prometheus, to the Matsesta springs) and at the same time want to save money, you can settle in a hostel with the same name with the mountain "Akhun". Address: Road to Big Akhun, house 44. Call: 8 989 755 52 25.

Data guest houses, sanatoriums and hostels are selected based on feedback from guests on the Internet.

What to bring from Matsesta

Tourists usually take away souvenirs as a keepsake. In Matsesta, the most popular souvenirs are potteries - special drinking mugs for drinking mineral water and magnets(by the way, they are very beautiful and inexpensive here, unlike mugs - they cost 400 rubles, the magnet is only 40-60).

But such souvenirs are quite commonplace, unless, of course, you collect a collection of mugs or magnets from travel.

- that will be a great gift for friends and relatives! Matsesta tea has repeatedly received prizes. Pay attention to tips tea (from unblown buds of a tea bush) - such tea is a huge rarity. And he's very helpful.

Large-leaf long leaf tea is also good. I prefer green.

For my taste, maybe you should not be guided, because I like a tart rich taste and I like Krasnodar tea much more than other northern teas (the same English, Georgian or Azerbaijani).

It costs "Matsesta tea" in the company store about 200 rubles per 100 grams. The same tea in a gift box costs 319 rubles, but the main thing in tea is not the packaging.

I don't drink tea bags, so I can't comment on that.

Cosmetics "Matsesta" With healing mud and herbs: soap and all sorts of balms and shampoos for hair, dandruff and so on. Organic cosmetics, without any chemicals. A bottle of 250 ml costs from 410-450 rubles. A piece of soap - 250 r. By the way, they are made not in Matsesta itself, but in the Mountain Soap Factory in Krasnaya Polyana. Therefore, it is called "Krasnopolyanskaya cosmetics".

Balm "Matsesta"

We also always deliver from Sochi feijoa. Finely chop the berries and mix with honey - vitamins will be all winter, and very tasty!

Feijoa - an autumn delicacy

Well, more figs, hazelnuts… But these are not purely Matsesta souvenirs, just like feijoa, by the way.

From unusual souvenirs you can bring more Matsesta paintings sold by local artists. Some of the paintings are very beautiful and will be a worthy decoration of the interior.

"Pier Matsesta". Artist Andrey Fomin

By the way, paintings can be ordered without coming to Matsesta, on the artist's website: artfomsochi.ru. The price of a copy of the painting you like is from 25 thousand rubles.

To go or not to go to Matsesta?

Is it interesting in Matsesta? Is it worth going there? Definitely yes! Here you can get treated, go to interesting excursions, admire beautiful nature Caucasus.

We have been to Matsesta only for tourism purposes, we have not been treated there. They say it's not cheap, but it's worth it. But even if you do not need to be treated, it will still be interesting to see everything described in my article.

So, if you are going to Matsesta, then the list of what to see in Matsesta is in front of you.
And lower - interactive map, which can be moved and enlarged. And it says what to see in Matsesta.

Attractions of Matsesta - map

Advantages of Matsesta: interesting, beautiful, wonderful nature. Rest in Matsesta is much calmer and more serene than in the Central region.

Flaws: few free places to visit. In fact, apart from the health path, there are no free places at all, so get your wallets ready. Even for a few minutes to stare at the hydrogen sulfide sources, they take money.

The legendary Failure, described in the brilliant work of Ilf and Petrov, where Ostap Bender took money from those who wanted to look at the source of hydrogen sulfide water, is resting. By the way, you can watch the Failure in Pyatigorsk absolutely free of charge and as much as you want.

Also, the disadvantages include a strong smell of hydrogen sulfide. But you get used to it (although not immediately).

If you are limited in time, do not have a whole week to explore the beauties, and choose what to see in Matsesta, I advise you first of all three objects: springs, a hydropathic center and Stalin's Dacha.

Sights of Matsesta - video

In conclusion, I offer our short video with a story about the sights of Matsesta.

Off-screen text and synchronous text in the frame - our youngest daughter.

This is her debut as a vlogger, so don't judge too harshly.

There are many opinions about Matsesta. However, it is always best to make your own based on what you see. We liked it there.

Did you like Matsesta?

I would be grateful if you add something else to see in Matsesta. Suddenly I forgot something important.

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Eagle Rocks are sheer limestone walls. At the top is Observation deck, on which the monument to Prometheus is installed.

Address: Matsesta, stop "Old Matsesta"

Matsesta waterfalls

This is a cascade of 18 large and small waterfalls on the river. Matsesta. This is one of the most scenic spots Sochi National Park. All waterfalls have a name.

Address: Khostinsky district of Sochi, upper reaches of the Matsesta river

tea factory

The tea factory has been operating since 1947. During an excursion to the plantation factory, learn how tea is grown, taste delicious tea at a tasting.

Address: st. Izmailovskaya, 141

Matsesta viaduct

The viaduct was built over the Metsesta River in 1938. The viaduct is a five-span reinforced concrete bridge. The length of the bridge is 411 m, width 18 m, height 31 m.

Address: federal highway A147 Dzhubga-Adler (Kurortny prospect)

Agur waterfalls

The waterfalls are located in the Agur Gorge, along the bottom of which the Agura River flows. The height of the three waterfalls is: the upper one is 21 m, the middle one is 23 m, the lower one is 30 m.

Address:Khostinskythdistrict of the city of Sochi,stop "Sputnik"

Aquarium and zoo

Here you can see fur seals, tropical fish, turtles, iguanas, sharks, penguins, hippos, crocodile, as well as watch interesting animal shows.

Address: st. 4 Cheltenham Alley

Balneological resort "Matsesta"

The resort was founded in 1902. advantage medical resort are hydrogen sulfide sources. Healing baths help get rid of various diseases.

Address: st. 14 Cheltenham Alley

Matsesta is a microdistrict of Sochi, located in the Khostinsky district, in the valley of the Matsesta River. Matsesta is known primarily as a medicinal, resort place. This resort is the largest medical complex in our country, founded in 1902 on therapeutic hydrogen sulfide sources. The healing properties of Matsesta lie in the deposit of hydrogen sulfide springs that come to the surface of the Matsesta, Agura and Khosta rivers. Main healing factor Matsesta is hydrogen sulfide. That is why every year hundreds of tourists come to Matsesta who want to improve their health or just relax.

There are many versions of the origin of the name of this resort area. According to one of the hypotheses, Matsesta (Matsipsta) is translated from the Abkhazian language as "the gorge of Matsba". The Matsbovy people once lived in these surroundings. There is another version of the translation from the Adyghe language, which means "burning water". This name was given to the healing spring, not because of its high temperature, but because of the reddening of the skin caused by the spring. In addition to scientific theories and hypotheses, there are also myths. The Circassians had a legend about a girl named Matsesta, who went underground and returned from the bowels of the earth in the form healing spring. The sculpture of this girl is the main symbol and attraction of Matsesta.

Matsesta is divided into districts: New Matsesta, Middle Matsesta, Old Matsesta. In Matsesta there is the main street- Cheltenham Alley, passing through all these areas located in the river valley. New Matsesta is located closest to the sea, and in Staraya Matsesta there are sources of hydrogen sulfide water and a clinic.

Matsesta is famous not only for its medicinal properties, but also for its sights. Among them:

Stalin's dacha, built in 1937 according to the project of Miron Merzhanov. Now it is a museum that stores Stalin's personal belongings.

Matsesta viaduct (bridge over the Matsesta River), built in 1936-1938. designed by architects V. A. Schuko and V. G. Gelfreikh.

Old Matsesta, which houses hydrogen sulfide springs and a monumental hydropathic building, reminiscent of an ancient temple

The sculptural composition of Matsesta, created in 1968 by the sculptor I. Ya. Gusleva and the architect E. A. Serdyukov. The monument is presented in the form of a figure of a girl carved from local natural stone. This sculpture is a symbol of Matsesta, which is the embodiment of a local legend.

Among the entertainment of Matsesta, one can single out an aquarium with various marine life; pebble beach, a balneological resort providing various medical services; cafe "Ochag", "Patskha-Guria", etc.

Stalin played the most important role in the development of Matsesta. He often rested here, was treated and recommended this resort more than once. It was then that sanatorium No. 7 appeared in Matsesta. master plan development of the resort plays a significant role. In the 1930s, many new buildings and hydropathic clinics were built here, each of which is an architectural monument.

The Matsesta resort gained its fame due to the possibility of healing the body and preventing diseases. Despite the fact that Matsesta is located almost next to Sochi, the tourism sector is not so developed here.

There are no luxury hotels, no holiday homes, no wide range of entertainment. For impressions and luxury you need to go to Sochi and others big cities. The village of Matsesta is focused on quiet rest and treatment. Hydrogen sulfide sources and sanatorium treatment are the most best opportunities in the region.

Fresh air, natural food, a calm and measured pace of life contribute to the restoration of health at the physical level and emotional relaxation. Every year the village receives thousands of people who come here to improve their health and escape from the hustle and bustle.

Matsesta what is it

On the territory of the village there are hydropathic clinics, boarding houses and sanatoriums. In total, there are about 80 establishments with services oriented towards health resorts. There are hotels where you can rent a room for a simple vacation.

In some institutions there are conditions for work and negotiations. For the adventurous, there are guided tours and some options. extreme recreation. There is an opportunity to see the sights of neighboring regions and lie down on the beach.

The beaches in Matsesta need to be given special attention. If you want to spend free time by the sea, you need to look for housing within its proximity. The beach in Matsesta is well-maintained and is located next to the balneological center. The surface of the territory is pebbles, it is clean here. There are rides boat station, rescue service and necessary amenities.

There are cafes and restaurants on the shore where you can have a bite to eat and taste dishes of the author's cuisine. Serious scope beach activities not here, but you can always have a good time and get a bronze tan.

Each boarding house or sanatorium of the village has its own beach, where guests of the institution rest. If you go to rest in Matsesta without the sea, you definitely won’t stay.

Matsesta attractions and entertainment

Matsesta is located near Sochi. Adventure lovers can go on an excursion to the surroundings or explore the village. Bright impressions and interesting leisure are provided to you.

The attraction is located next to the Agur River. An excursion here can be combined with a walk to the Agur waterfalls. The rocks are approximately 200 meters high and are made of limestone.

At the very top there is a sculpture of Prometheus. There is a legend that it was here that he was imprisoned and served his sentence for bringing fire to people. You can get here by walking along the path near the Agur waterfalls or moving from the old Matsesta.

If you ask for directions, they will clearly explain to you how to get to the rocks. You can go here with or without a guide. In any case, the walk will be interesting. Near the Eagle Rocks, beautiful photos are obtained.

Local nature, reliefs of stones and sunny weather contribute to an interesting photoshoot. Take with you drinking water, on the way you will want to drink.

There is a tea factory in Matsesta, which has been operating since 1947. During this time, many events have happened to the enterprise and it is only now resuming its work in full.

You will see about 180 hectares of tea plantations. You will learn how to choose high-quality green and black tea, you will be able to see how it is made and what technique is used.

There is an opportunity to try different types tea and buy the most the best option for yourself or as a souvenir for a loved one. Here you can buy oil paintings of Matsesta, taste local honey.

It is worth allocating a whole day for the excursion in order to relax comfortably.

Conventionally, Matsesta can be divided into two parts: New and old Matsesta. Entertainment, main infrastructure located in New Matsesta. If you are interested in nature, history, then it is better to rent a house in Staraya Matsesta.

You can call it another way to have a good time. If you are going on vacation with children, then a family trip to the zoo makes sense. Here you can see marine inhabitants and many animals that live on an area of ​​1000 square meters.

Here you can see the Nile crocodile and hippopotamus from Africa, you will never meet them in wildlife. The kairan lives next to these animals. You can see piranhas, penguins, many kinds of fish.

It will be interesting to spend time here, both for children and adults. Most of the inhabitants of the zoo, we see only on TV in programs about animals. Walking next to them will be more than interesting and informative.

Such walks broaden the horizons, and it becomes clear that the world consists not only of concrete and glass.

If this is not enough, you can always go to Sochi, the city is located 8 kilometers from the village. Here the choice of entertainment and attractions is much richer.

Matsesta is famous for what

The village gained its popularity due to the sources of hydrogen sulfide water, which are abundant in the region. If we literally translate the word Matsesta from the Adyghe language, we get fire water.

It is not surprising that the village was named that way. Try immersing your foot or hand in the water of the source and after a while it will turn red. This is due to the fact that hydrogen sulfide began to affect the skin.

With the help of mud therapy and hydrogen sulfide water, you can get rid of most diseases or prevent chronic diseases every year. It is proved that the water in Matsesta has 20 chemical trace elements that are beneficial for the body.

The temperature in the springs is up to 26 degrees Celsius, they can rightfully be considered thermal. In Matsesta, you can take a course of sanatorium procedures using water, relieve the tension of the nervous system.

In total, several areas of sanatorium treatment are actively working in the village. Rest in Matsesta will be relevant for people with diseases of the heart, musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal tract, nervous system, ENT and gynecological disorders.

The procedures will be useful for people with excess weight and skin diseases. The balnearies of the village offer treatments with mineral water, radon, massage, mud therapy and many other procedures.

If you want to spend your vacation with benefit, it is recommended to rent a room in one of the sanatoriums of Matsesta.

What to do on vacation in Matsesta

The village of Matsesta is designed for rehabilitation and relaxing holiday. People come here all year round to improve their health or change their surroundings. You can spend time at the resort in different ways. If you like beaches, you can go to one of them and lie under the rays of the southern sun all day long.

It is possible to go on an excursion with a group of tourists or on a hike. In Sochi you will find extreme types of recreation, including diving and paragliding.

In Matsesta, you can go fishing, hunt in the forest with a camera, or ride a bike. Special attention should be paid to food.

Be sure to try khinkali, barbecue, local wine, honey and tea. Seafood and fish are also a priority for tourists. Here it is relatively inexpensive compared to other regions.

Depending on the season, you can find a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. Cafes and restaurants offer meals Krasnodar Territory and peoples of the world. Tasty food, warm sun, gentle sea and air filled with pairs of trace elements are good for health.

Prices for holidays in Matsesta are less than in large resort towns. This attracts tourists here who are not ready to pay tens of thousands of rubles for a vacation. It is relatively quiet in Matsesta, which makes family holiday comfortable.

If you are looking for quiet place For summer holidays, it is worth considering Matsesta as one of the options.

Matsesta how to get

It is convenient to get to the village through Adler. You can fly here by plane. It is believed that flights are the most convenient way travel, because it takes a little time. You can also get to Adler by train, by car.

In the city, sit on public transport or taxi and go to the village. It is convenient to get to Matsesta by train through locality Host. You reach Khosta, and there you change to transport to Matsesta.

The road in your car will be easier if you plan the route in advance. It is convenient to look at houses where better roads where the gas stations are located, which way you can get faster.

It is easier to travel by car, even if it is considered that this travel option is the most expensive.

Matsesta rentals

On the territory of the village there are boarding houses, sanatoriums, hotels where you can rent a room. If you are focused on the prevention of diseases or the improvement of the body, then it is easier to settle here. It will be convenient to rest and undergo procedures.

It is beneficial for tourists to rent a room or a house in the private sector. Such housing is cheaper and life is easier. You do NOT need to follow a number of rules and there will be practically no neighbors.

What options does Matsesta offer? private sector prices for holidays without intermediaries can be viewed online on forums, message boards or in in social networks. See some options here http://sochi.kvartirka.com/snyat/macesta/ , Avito service can be useful when searching for real estate.

Look for accommodation a few weeks before the trip, it will be easier to find an option that suits you completely. A room or bed can be rented in Matsesta at a price of 300 to 700 rubles per person.

Naturally, the conditions will be different for this money. In general, finding accommodation in Matsesta will be easy.

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Located at the mouth of the Matsesta River and the Tsanyk tributary, it has been known since ancient times. At one time, Romans, Greeks, Byzantines, Sanigs and Adygs lived here. Historians wrote about the city as early as 137 BC. e., L. Bell mentioned healing sulphide springs in his notes in 1837, but Matsesta really declared itself as a specialized resort at the beginning of the 20th century.

Her fame boomed in the 1950s. throughout Soviet Union, because among the fans of the resort were Stalin, Brezhnev, Voroshilov, Budyonny, Rokossovsky and many foreign politicians. Could you come up with a better advertisement and confirmation of quality? Over the years, Matsesta only expanded and in its golden years received about 5 million tourists. To date, it remains one of the largest and most famous balneological centers in Russia, and the Matsesta hydrogen sulfide source is the largest natural deposit in the world.

In Adyghe "matsesta" means "fiery water".

How to get to Matsesta

Since Matsesta is one of the districts of Sochi, almost all tourists get to the resort from there. Aeroexpress "Lastochka" goes from the airport directly to Matsesta, the fare costs 154 RUB for an adult and 38.50 RUB for a child, the trip will take about 30 minutes. The train leaves daily every hour from 5:00 to 0:30. The same train for 30 RUB ( child ticket 9 RUB) will take passengers from the railway station. In addition, all trains going to Adler make a stop in Matsesta.

A taxi ride from the airport will cost about 700-850 RUB, and from the station - 400 RUB. It is better to book a car in advance, prices are usually very high on the spot. Prices on the page are for October 2018.

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Transport

Matsesta's transport is buses and minibuses, most of which move not only around the resort itself, but also outside it. For example, you can go to Krasnaya Polyana, as well as nearby villages or the center of Sochi. The fare depends on the distance of the trip (19-40 RUB).

But it is most convenient to move around the resort on foot: the distances are small, the views are beautiful. Many travelers rent a bicycle and ride it not only on the territory of Matsesta, but also in the surrounding area. A day of rental costs from 600 RUB, but if you rent a bike for the whole vacation, it will be more profitable.

There are good cycle routes for some natural attractions.

Taxis are only required for trips outside the resort. On average, 1 km of the journey costs 30 RUB, but prices may vary depending on the carrier. If you call the car by phone, you will immediately be told the cost of the trip, and it will be lower than that of the "bombs".

Rent a Car

You don’t need a car to get around Matsesta, it makes sense to rent a car to travel around the entire region Big Sochi and get the most out of your vacation.

You can rent a car both in Sochi and Novaya Matsesta, the prices are about the same everywhere, but it’s better to book transport in advance, otherwise you can only stay expensive options. The rental price is from 1700 RUB per day, most companies ask for a deposit, which is blocked on the card.

Those who take a car should book a hotel with free parking: There are not many roads and parking spaces in Matsesta.

Matsesta Hotels

Choosing where to live, you need to understand that the city consists of three parts: Old, Upper and New Matsesta. Right on the sea - Novaya, so there are the most accommodation options, and they are more expensive compared to Upper and Old Matsesta. Mostly guest houses and apartments are offered for rent. In the first, a double room costs about 3,500 RUB per day, while apartments are rented at a very different price: from 2,000 to 10,000 RUB, depending on the conditions. A separate cottage is offered for 15,000 RUB, and a 3 * hotel room for 6,000 RUB.

The resort does not have much expensive hotels(4-5*), no hostels. But if you settle a little further from the coast, in Upper or Old Matsesta, then prices will drop to 1000-1500 RUB per room in a guest house.

Beaches

The public beach "Matsesta" is not the cleanest and most comfortable in the region, but there are still many vacationers here. The coastal strip is narrow and rocky, along the entire beach there are sunbeds and umbrellas (200 RUB per set), so you can sunbathe in comfort. The entrance to the water is quite steep, there are stones at the bottom, so you should buy rubber slippers. But along the coast laid wooden flooring. Rest on the territory is free, in addition, it is equipped with toilets, showers, changing cabins and a cafe.

There are two disadvantages of the beach: passing nearby Railway and the fact that many vacationers park directly on the shore, as a result, a large number of cars accumulate outside the gates. Along Kurortny Prospekt there are several nicer beaches owned by boarding houses. Entrance to some of them is paid, while others are completely closed.

Diving

Matsesta is suitable for those who want to learn diving, as a few kilometers from the town, on Cape Vidny, the first dives for beginners are carried out: there is a fairly calm and clear sea, rich undersea world. Training programs, which include a theoretical course and a couple of test dives, cost from 4000 RUB. Prices for more serious classes with a certificate start at 20,000 RUB.

But for experienced divers, it can be boring here. They should go to the sunken dry cargo ship Rockliff, which has been lying at the bottom since the First World War, or the warship Jan Tomp, which was hit by a torpedo in 1942. These objects are located a little further, in the Lazorevsky area. Swims for those who are already familiar with diving cost from 2500 RUB. Those who wish can pay for a boat ride and go as a “spectator” to see how relatives or friends dive.

Treatment in Matsesta

Why is this rather dangerous gas hydrogen sulfide so magical? The fact is that when it enters the human body through the skin or lungs, it acts on the cellular structure of tissues, which leads to certain reactions of the body, in particular, the acceleration of blood circulation, vasodilation, and an increase in the number of functioning capillaries. As a result, all organs are saturated with blood and essential nutrients, active removal of toxins from the body, anti-inflammatory processes occur in the joints, bones, tendons, cartilage and a comprehensive normalization of metabolism.

Indications

Hydrogen sulfide baths have a beneficial effect on the endocrine glands and their functions, on the central nervous system, help with skin problems, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, respiratory and circulatory organs. Matsesta water treatment is widely used in gynecology and endocrinology, in post-burn rehabilitation.

Matsesta's mineral water saturated with microelements promotes detoxification, removes salts of heavy metals and radionuclides from the body. And the method of irrigation with mineral water developed by the doctor Tsopikov is successfully used in the fight against gingivitis and paradanthosis, as well as the method of treating neuralgia.

Treatment with hydrogen sulfide is equivalent to a serious medical procedure and is carried out only after a preliminary examination, as it has a number of contraindications. Water should not be taken with tuberculosis, malignant tumors, fibromyomas, cysts, diseases of the liver, kidneys, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, fungal diseases of the skin and infectious diseases. Matsesta is contraindicated during pregnancy.

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Treatment Methods

As a rule, treatment with hydrogen sulfide waters is a course of 8 to 12 baths lasting no more than 10 minutes. The water temperature varies from +28° to +41° C. General baths are often prescribed with local procedures, baths for hands or feet, irrigation, inhalations, enemas. After any of the procedures, rest is required, a period of rehabilitation of the body. The best option on the days of the procedures Fresh air and walks around the outskirts of Matsesta.

It is not recommended to undergo treatment during the peak tourist season, during the most active summer months, so as not to create additional heat load on the body. Better choose the end velvet season or mid-spring.

Do not be upset if, for health reasons, hydrogen sulfide baths are contraindicated for you. In the balneological centers of Matsesta, no less effective procedures will be selected. For example, specialized iodine-bromine or radon baths, underwater massage, paraffin applications, ozokerite treatment (procedures based on special mountain wax), as well as a variety of therapeutic and relaxing baths, sea, coniferous, pearl, vortex, antirheumatic, emulsion-mud, anti-cold or phyto-bath with valerian or rosemary.

Sources of Matsesta

Treatment can be supplemented or exclusively based on drinking mineral waters. Matsesten pump room offers healthy water to all vacationers, which, by the way, is sold in local stores. If we talk about drinks, then we cannot fail to mention the famous Matsesta tea. Few people know that in terms of its properties, this northern tea is superior to the famous varieties of Indian and Chinese. Tea is grown in ecological conditions, without the use of pesticides and any chemical treatment. In addition to direct tasting, in Matsesta you can take a tour of tea plantations and buy a drink as a gift.

And the final touch to the story is a curious fact. The coat of arms of Sochi, approved in 1967, depicts a bowl with dripping drops, over which a flame burns. Now we know what kind of water is in this bowl, why it burns and for what merits it was imprinted on one of the main state symbols of the city.

What to bring

The most popular gift from Matsesta is tea of ​​the same name. The factory and the plantations themselves are not located in the resort, but a little higher in the mountains, in the village of Izmailovka, but the brand representing the northernmost tea in the world has become known under this name. Matsesta tea is sold both by weight and in bags, it costs from 170 RUB per 100 g.

A good souvenir for cooking lovers will be Adyghe salt and seasoning sets, many will be happy with local jam from white cherries or rose petals, tourists often buy adjika and wine, for example, the famous white Chardonnay Cru Lermont, sparkling Young Riesling, dry red " Merlot" or various house wines.

Almost every store has juniper products, but since the plant is endangered, it is better to refrain from such purchases.

Matsesta is also full of standard Black Sea souvenirs: magnets, T-shirts, mugs and everything else.

Cuisine and restaurants of Matsesta

There are not many cafes in Matsesta, so tourists often go to dinner in the center of Sochi, but you can also eat deliciously at the resort. Prices here are low: a full meal with homemade wine will cost about 600 RUB, and you can have a bite near a street kiosk for 150-200 RUB. Most of the cafes are either on the Cheltenham alley or on the beach. In boarding houses located on the shore, there are also dining rooms. Most city visitors still prefer to buy products in the market and cook on their own.

Local fast food - pasties and other pastries - inexpensive, but very tasty.

Coming to Black Sea resorts, tourists are sure to buy churchkhela, here it is really very good. Also on the market you can buy jam from walnuts, cones or feijoa. Of the main dishes, you should definitely try the red mullet - this is a small fish, which is most often served fried, dolma, okroshka on yogurt, khash - meat soup and khashloma - a hot dish of meat and vegetables.

Entertainment and attractions

The main attraction of Matsesta is the healing hydrogen sulfide springs, but still there is an opportunity not only to improve health, but also to see interesting places.

A few kilometers from the resort are Zmeykovsky waterfalls - a pretty gorge with a lake and waterfalls. With great interest, tourists visit the Matsesta tea plantations, where tea has been grown since the beginning of the 20th century. In addition, they conduct excursions to the factory itself.

In Old Matsesta you can visit the Agur waterfalls and the Eagle Rocks - this is a very beautiful forest lake of dark green color, surrounded by rocks and tall trees. On the left bank of the river there is the “Gnome Glade”, so named because of the figures of the characters from the fairy tale “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”, but this place is also attractive because rare plants listed in the Red Book.

Right at the entrance to the city, on Kurortny Avenue, there is a majestic and at the same time gentle symbol of the city - the sculpture "Matsesta". According to legend, this is a girl who was not afraid to go into the cave and collect "fire water" in order to save her father.

A curious and in its own way charming building, sending travelers back to the past of the resort, is the Matsesta rotunda. It was built in 1938 as a sea station. In 2014, the building was reconstructed, today it is just a decoration of the town, on the third floor there is a cafe with a panoramic view.

Matsesta for children

In Novaya Matsesta there is an aquarium with a marine zoo (off site). This is a small but fascinating museum that tells about the life of aquatic inhabitants. Not only representatives of the Black Sea fauna live here, but also rarer creatures that are found in the Amazon, inhabit Coral reefs and various water bodies of our planet. Children especially enjoy the show with walruses, fur seals and seals. Performances are held daily, an adult ticket costs 500 RUB, children 6-12 years old - 300 RUB, kids under 6 years old - free of charge.

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The season in Matsesta is the whole warm half of the year. True, at the height of July it can be stuffy, so it’s hard to relax with children or the elderly at this time. But in September comes the perfect time: hot, clear and not too crowded! The sea is warm already in the second decade of June, although some daredevils swim even in May. Since the resort is valued precisely as a health resort, tourists come here all year round. In winter, it often rains, but there are no frosts.