The Republic of Abkhazia offers tremendous opportunities for tourists. There you can swim in the clear sea, sunbathe on almost deserted beaches, enjoy delicious local barbecue and wine. And in Abkhazia there are many interesting and stunningly beautiful places, visiting which will leave a lot of impressions and pleasant emotions.
The beach season in Abkhazia begins already on the May holidays and ends in October. Moreover, all this time it is pleasant to swim in the Black Sea, and the air temperature is optimal both for sunbathing and for long excursions in the fresh air. And the tourist season is open in Abkhazia all year round, because of the subtropical climate, the winter is quite mild there.
Gagra
Closest to the border with the Krasnodar Territory is the city of Gagra - a favorite vacation spot for Soviet people. Even today it is very beautiful and picturesque there, both on the beaches and in the city center. Tourists vacationing in Gagra can go to the local water park, stroll through the old part of the city, visit the Prince of Oldenburg Park, go to the Zhoekvarskoe gorge or climb Mamzishkha Mountain.
Pitsunda
The coastal village of Pitsunda also has its own attractions, for example, the pride of the Republic - the Pitsunda relict grove. Its area is 200 hectares, and its length is 7 km. Also from this village, the easiest way is to go to the Gegsky waterfall and Lake Rizo - one of the most picturesque and incredibly beautiful places in Abkhazia.
New Athos
In New Athos, in addition to a wonderful beach holiday, you can enjoy a walk in a green park with a lake, old railway and station, picturesque waterfalls. And also go up to the Anakopia citadel and the New Athos monastery or go down to the local stalactite caves.
Sukhum
And, of course, the city of Sukhum, which is the capital of Abkhazia, deserves special attention. The wonderful Botanical Garden and the Monkey Nursery, the Kaman Monastery of St. John Chrysostom, the State Picture Gallery and the Drama Theater and other places.
