The Crimean peninsula is famous not only for its beautiful nature and mild climate, but also for the most beautiful beaches for every taste: pebble, sandy and mixed, comfortable and wild, located in large cities and secluded bays.
Golden Beach (Feodosia)
The beach "Golden Sands", located on the Feodosiya coast of Crimea, is an ideal place for those who like a comfortable and comfortable rest. The 15 km long coast got its name thanks to the sand of an unusual golden color, which by its composition is considered one of the cleanest in the world. In addition, local residents claim that this sand has medicinal properties - walking barefoot on a sandy shore improves kidney function and strengthens blood vessels.
The Golden Beach is great for both youth and families. The gently sloping entrance to the sea and warm water makes this place ideal for children, who can not only swim to their fullest, but also build sand castles. For vacationers, there is a developed tourist infrastructure with numerous cafes and restaurants, all kinds of attractions, water activities and sports grounds. Every evening Golden Sands hosts parties where young people can have fun.
Cape Tarkhankut beaches
Another amazing place with extraterrestrial landscapes, located in the extreme western part of the Crimean peninsula, is Cape Tarkhankut. The rocky terrain and very sparse vegetation make the cape look like a real Martian expanse. A distinctive feature of this resort is crystal clear water, since not a single river here flows into the Black Sea. Thanks to this feature, Tarhankut has become a favorite destination for divers. Quiet sea bays and white cliffs attract tourists who prefer a quiet and relaxing holiday.
The beaches located at Cape Tarkhankut are mostly pebbly, and the bottom is quite rocky. However, the clear water makes them perfectly safe for swimming and snorkeling. For a serene beach holiday, the shallow bays of Olenevka, Mezhvodny and Chernomorsky are best suited. At these resorts, the water quickly warms up due to its shallow depth, which makes it possible to open the beach season at the beginning of May.
Tarkhankut is, perhaps, also one of the most romantic places on the Crimean peninsula. There is a natural sea pool ("Chalice of Love"), surrounded on all sides by high rocks. According to legend, lovers in this place can test their relationship for strength. To do this, a young couple must jump into the water from a cliff, while holding hands tightly. If during the jump the lovers do not unclench their hands, then they will have a long and happy life.
Cossack Bay (Cape Chersonesus)
If you prefer a beach holiday full of vivid memories and unforgettable impressions, then you should definitely visit the Cossack Bay, located on Cape Chersonesos. This place is distinguished not only by its amazingly beautiful landscapes and clear sea, but also by an excellent opportunity to touch the history. Tourists vacationing in the Cossack Bay can visit the Kherson lighthouse - the highest lighthouse in the European part, see the ruins of the ancient city of Chersonesos and visit the temple of St. Vladimir.
The beaches of the Cossack Bay are not crowded, which allows you to fully enjoy the local landscapes and warm sea water in solitude. Holidays at Cape Chersonesos will certainly appeal to fans of diving and underwater fishing, who are fully promoted by the purest water and rich fauna inhabiting the depths of the sea. In addition, there is a yacht club on the territory of the Cossack Bay, where anyone can rent a yacht and take an unforgettable sailing trip on it.
Jasper Beach (Cape Fiolent)
Another unique place not far from Sevastopol is Jasper Beach. It got its name in honor of jasper, which was often found here earlier. Jasper beach is considered one of the most picturesque places in Crimea - a narrow strip of land is surrounded on three sides by sheer cliffs. There are two ways to get to the beach: by a steep staircase with 800 steps, and by boat from Balaklava. The first option is ideal for people who prefer outdoor activities, and the second - for those who like sea walks.
The sea at Cape Fiolent is clean, with a pleasant turquoise hue, and the coast is strewn with colorful pebbles. Previously, this place was wild and was popular mainly with the local population, but recently Jasper Beach has begun to gradually transform, acquiring various benefits of civilization.
Quiet Bay (Koktebel)
A quiet bay near Koktebel is one of the most famous places in Crimea, which has long been popular with fans of "wild" rest. Even in bad weather, the sea in this place remains clean and completely calm. The bay owes such tranquility to the high hills and rocks that protect it from the winds.
The coast in Tikhaya Bay is sandy with a gentle slope into the sea. True, a good coastline is far from the only thing why tourists from all over the world appreciate this place. People vacationing on the beach can admire the magnificent view of Cape Chameleon, which changes color depending on the time of day.
Fox Bay
Fox Bay is a very unusual place located between the villages of Kurortnoye and Pribrezhnoye, which is popular with tourists who want to feel complete freedom from the benefits of civilization and achieve maximum unity with nature. The public relaxing on the beaches in Fox Bay is quite diverse: you can meet both ordinary people and avid nudists here. However, such "variegation" does not prevent tourists from enjoying their rest on a sandy-pebble beach with a length of more than 5 km.
The sea in Fox Bay is clean and warm, and at dawn you can often see dolphins splashing in the water. Not far from the bay there is a local winery where you can taste and buy delicious Crimean wine.
Beaches of Partenit
Partenit is a small town located in the southern part of Crimea between Alushta and Gurzufov. This place is ideal for a family beach holiday. Unlike the more famous Crimean resorts in the neighborhood, rest in Partenit will be much cheaper.
In Soviet times, Partenit was a sanatorium resort, this specificity has survived to this day - most of the beaches are located on the territory of boarding houses, so access to the sea is paid. However, this is more an advantage than a disadvantage, because for relatively little money you will get a well-groomed coastline, free sun loungers and showers. Also, guests are provided with entertainment such as jet skiing and catamarans.
Azov beaches
The beaches of Azov - Genichesk, Arabatskaya arrow, Mysovoe, Shchelkino deserve special attention. They are ideal for a classic beach holiday with children: a smooth entrance to the sea, a gentle coastline and warm water that quickly warms up due to stable sunny weather and shallow depth. In addition, the local population claims that the water here is curative, especially after a little excitement. It is believed that at this time 92 elements are raised from the bottom, which have a beneficial effect on the human body. On the beaches of Azov, you can find entertainment for every taste: from renting boats and fishing tackle to riding bananas and jet skis.
