Travelers planning to visit the magnificent Crimea for the first time should get an idea of ​​what awaits them here in advance. Helpful information will allow you to choose the right place for recreation, to understand the specifics of the resorts. We bring to your attention a detailed guide to the Crimean peninsula.

Where is Crimea located?

The peninsula is located in Eastern Europe. Ukraine adjoins it from the north, and continental Russia from the east. The western, southern and southeastern shores are washed by the Black Sea, and the eastern -.

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General information

The Crimean Peninsula is part of the Russian Federation. It has two whole regions of the country - Sevastopol and, in fact, the Republic of Crimea.

The area of ​​the region is 27 thousand square meters. m., and the population - 2 million 284.4 thousand people. In terms of ethnic composition, there are most of all Russians - 65.3%, Ukrainians - 15.1%, Crimean Tatars - 10.2%. Tatars and Belarusians, Armenians and Jews, Moldavians and Greeks, Poles and Gypsies, Germans and Bulgarians also live here. By religious composition most of the Crimeans are Orthodox Christians, much less Sunni Muslims, Shiite Muslims, Catholics, Protestants and Jews. The official languages ​​in Tauris are Russian, Crimean Tatar and Ukrainian.

Geographically, Crimea is divided into 14 administrative districts, 11 cities of republican significance and 1 city of federal significance with a special status.

Short story

Thanks to the advantageous geographic location at the crossroads of sea routes, nature itself prepared for Taurida the fate of an important trade and logistics center. The magnificent climate has attracted people here since ancient times. According to archaeologists, they appeared on the promised land about 150 thousand years ago. Fertile soils, game-rich forests, and an abundance of fish in the coastal surface contributed to the rapid growth of the population.

In different eras, Crimea was inhabited by Taurians, Greeks and Scythians, Romans and barbarian tribes. Slavs, Mongols, Khazars, Turks and Tatars lived here. It was owned by the Roman Empire, Byzantium, the Golden Horde, and part of the land was even bought in the XIV century by the Genoese. In the middle of the 15th century, the Crimean Khanate, which was part of the Ottoman Empire, was formed here.

On the West Coast attention should be paid to vacationers with children and those who wish to improve their health in the magnificent mud baths of Sak and. The entrance to the water on the local sandy beaches is gentle, tourism infrastructure is at the right level. The East Coast is suitable for romantic pastimes for couples and lovers of an active lifestyle. , Sudak, and Kerch are ready to provide a lot of entertainment.

According to the ratings and reviews of experienced travelers, the best place for family leisure is Evpatoria. Koktebel and Alushta are ideal for young people. Lovers of maximum comfort should go to, Gurzuf and. Measured, romantic getaway without undue fuss for couples and the elderly offer villages,. Finally, the most economical vacation option is provided to tourists in Olenevka, and.

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Housing

Travelers coming to Crimea will not have any problems with accommodation. In the largest resort clusters of Yalta, Evpatoria, Feodosia, Kerch,
Sevastopol has created an excellent hotel infrastructure. In hotels of category from 3 * to new guests are always welcome.

Tourists who prefer more relaxing holiday, will be able to accommodate in mini-hotels and hotels of small resort villages. Here it is quite possible to find options based on financial capabilities. Economy class services are provided guest houses, and hostels provide absolutely budget accommodation.

The private sector will please with a variety of proposals: from luxury villas and cottages to modest and inexpensive apartments, houses or cottages. Prices are quite affordable due to the absence of intermediaries. Would you like to spend your holiday in communion with? Pay attention to campsites and camp sites.

Where and what beaches in Crimea?

Crimea, washed by two seas at once, having unique nature and microclimate, and by quantity sunny days not inferior to the French Riviera, can be considered the promised land for lovers of relaxation. its different parts have characteristic features.

If you prefer to sunbathe on the fine golden sand, you should go to the ZBK. The best coated edges are in the area. No less attractive are the recreations of the villages of Chernomorskoye, Lazurnoye and Olenevka.
In cozy shallow coves and estuaries, the water warms up by mid-May.

The South Coast is famous for its cozy coves, stretching in a string between Capes Ai-Todor and. Local beach areas, like their counterparts in Yalta, Alushta and are covered with pebbles. Breezes reign here, carrying freshness. Hot air from the central part of Taurida is not passed by mountain ranges.

On the section between Sudak and Alushta there are wonderful places with mixed coverage, where mountain streams flow into the Black Sea. Recreations in the vicinity and Sudak are popular with vacationers. The cozy coves of Koktebel have long been chosen. Complete relaxation is guaranteed on a stretch of 15 km, starting right from Feodosia. The depth of the water here rises gradually, so it is comfortable to relax with children.

The East is washed by two seas. The best for swimming and sunbathing in the Black Sea part of the water area, limited, is considered recreation at the foot. The Azov shores, stretching for almost 100 km, attract with a sandy coating and a gentle entrance to the sea. The most famous of them is. Reef and Bulganak bays are in demand (near which there are). Quite a lot of holidaymakers are attracted to recreation in the Shchelkino area and.

Most coastal zones have enough developed infrastructure. Vacationers are offered a variety of entertainment: from traditional bananas to. In specialized points it is easy to rent a jet ski, a catamaran, rent diving equipment, everything you need for classes water sports sports.

Iconic landmarks

Travelers seeking to combine a beach and educational vacation are waiting for numerous man-made sights of the Crimea. Among them, it is worth highlighting a number iconic places, which are business cards Crimean peninsula:

1. . The graceful Gothic castle, erected in 1912 on top of a sheer cliff, is the most recognizable architectural monument Tauris. A miniature stone miracle in the village of Gaspra is a must-see.
2. . The citadel in Sudak, the construction of which ended in the middle of the 15th century, Genoese architects spent about 70 years, has been perfectly preserved. The crenellated towers of the fortress, the barbican and the walls more than once became the backdrop for the filming of historical films.
3. . Unique complex of the five large museum objects is dedicated to one of the most heroic pages of Russia's military glory - the defense of the city from the armies of the Anglo-French-Turkish coalition during. Here you will see the famous brush of Franz Roubaud.
4. . ancient city, founded by Greek colonists in the 5th century BC, which was part of the Bosporan Kingdom, the Roman Empire and Byzantium, existed until 1399, until it was destroyed by nomads from the Golden Horde. Today, here you can see fragments of colonnades, ruins of an amphitheater, baths, Zeno's towers and other artifacts.
5. . The complex of buildings that served as a residence for the khans was erected in the 16th-17th centuries. in typical Ottoman architectural style. The splendor of the palaces, whose facades are decorated with arcades with columns, elegant stone carvings and inscriptions in Arabic script, can be admired endlessly. By the way, it is here that the famous fountain, sung by Pushkin, is located.

Excursions around the Crimean peninsula

For everyone Crimean resorts work tour desks offering vacationers exciting on a variety of routes. They can be one-day or lasting several days, by bus, on horseback or on foot. Excursions around are extremely interesting. They start from Alushta and last one day. The route includes a visit to the Livadia and palaces, the Swallow's Nest. There are tours that also include inspection, where Stalin liked to relax.

It causes no less interest among tourists. Here you have to visit Alupka, Miskhor and. Vacationers will be able to walk along and,
see other iconic monuments of architectural and park art.

Participants of the hiking tour to the Karabi mountain range will have a great opportunity to admire the stunning surroundings and feel unity with the pristine nature. For four days of walking, starting in the village. Generalskoye, passing through the protected places and the Tirke-yayly plateau, you will see with your own eyes the magnificent, enjoy the unique lunar landscapes from the Kara-Tau mountain, explore the Terpi-Koba cave.

Fans of extreme recreation are offered a fascinating journey through the wild grottoes on. Accompanied by speleologists, you will be able to descend into the Buzluk cave cavity, where at a depth of 20 m you will find permafrost, frozen waterfalls and rock petroglyphs left by ancient people. Following the route further, tourists will have to visit Terpi-Koba and climb the mountain, which has a height of 1220 m.

Yes, this is only a small part of the many amazing excursions, which are not difficult to become participants while relaxing in the Crimea. Experienced guides will organize tours for you to ancient Chersonese, the famous hero city, romantic, trips to extinct volcanoes and . Among this variety, it is not difficult to choose a route to your taste.

picturesque nature

It amazes with the variety and magnificence of landscapes. The peninsula has everything: the boundless Little Russian steppes, the most beautiful mountain ranges with alpine valleys, picturesque coast washed by warm sea. Here you can consider Various types vegetation up to tropical palms. There are many animals in the forests, and the seaside is chosen by birds. When visiting Crimea, do not miss the following natural attractions:

• . A mountain that is part of the Main Range Crimean mountains, which is considered the main symbol of the South Coast, rises above Alupka. It has three peaks, and the main peak rises 1,246 km above the sea level. The highlight of the top, consisting of limestone rocks, are considered to be stunning rocky teeth, formed due to the weathering of the stone. They are stretched on them today.
• Jur-Jur . This waterfall is formed by the Ulu-Uzen River, which flows through a picturesque gorge, the waters of which create a series of cascades, falling from a limestone ledge located at a height of 15 m. The height of the main waterfall is 5 m. At its foot, which does not dry out in summer and rarely freezes in winter, there are natural rock baths.
• . The most picturesque place, limited by capes and Aya, is located between Sevastopol and Yalta. Due to the fact that the ridges protect the bay from northern winds, a unique microclimate is created here, favorable for exotic vegetation, in particular, tree ferns. The water is crystal clear and the scenery is just gorgeous.
• . It is located in the region of the lower plateau of the Chatyr-Dag massif and is considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. You can get into it through the entrance, located at an altitude of 920 m. Inside there are several halls and galleries, the natural decoration of which are stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
• . Beautiful and mysterious, spread out at the foot, she is familiar to many from the frames of the famous one, who was filmed here. The memo is also interesting thanks to the “stone chaos” - blocks of rock that have taken the most bizarre shapes over the centuries under the influence of wind and rain. The landscapes here are simply amazing.

Recovery and treatment

Crimea is rightfully considered a great health resort. There are many excellent ones here, where a number of diseases are successfully treated. They can be divided into three main groups:

• Balneological, where the healing effect is based mineral waters– for their external and internal use
• Mud baths specializing in procedures using sulfide and peat mud, lake brine.
• Climatic, where the therapeutic effect is achieved through a combination of unique natural factors.

Sanatoriums are equipped with modern medical equipment. Various procedures are used for treatment: traditional physiotherapy, healing showers and baths, speleotherapy in salt caves, heliotherapy, thalassotherapy, aromatherapy, herbal medicine and even dolphin therapy. The cities of the South Coast specialize in the treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, respiratory organs, and tuberculosis. The best sanatoriums are located in Foros and Alushta.

Resort recreations of the coastal steppe zone are concentrated in Evpatoria, Feodosia and Saki. Here, with the help of healing mud and mineral waters, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, intestines are effectively treated, problems in the field of gynecology, urology, and dermatology are solved. In addition to specialized sanatoriums, there are many multidisciplinary health centers in Crimea. You can take a course of treatment in them either on a voucher, or by buying only a course.

Active holidays in summer

Crimea opens up great prospects for lovers of active pastime. Tourists who adore the water element will have the opportunity to go in for water skiing, make an exciting trip along the coast in a kayak or take part in a small yacht cruise. For those who wish, sea, river and lake fishing is organized.

Vacationers who prefer to feel solid ground under their feet will be offered hiking or tours of the most beautiful places. Avid motorists will certainly want to take part in a safari on off-road vehicles provided for rent through the hard-to-reach corners of the peninsula.

They have been popular lately. In this festive period, life in the resorts comes to life. For tourists, colorful entertainment events are organized in hotels. The administration is preparing a lot of interesting surprises resort towns. On their streets, festivities, theatrical performances are held, and in the evenings, the sky is painted in bright colors by fireworks.

Significant events

Holidays and festivals in the Crimea love and know how to organize. On a special scale, Victory Day, February 23, is celebrated here, when largest cities mass celebrations and stunning fireworks are arranged, and in Sevastopol the celebration of the Navy Day is accompanied by a grandiose naval parade.

Many colorful events are celebrated by the Crimean Tatars. At the beginning of May, Hydirlez comes, when a loaf is rolled down a hill, determining, according to a long tradition, whether the coming year will be fruitful or not. A particularly colorful holiday is the September Derviza, when festivities, fairs, and national wrestling competitions are held. And, of course, Muslims treat Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Adha with special reverence.

From the festival series held throughout the peninsula throughout the year, it is worth highlighting several events that are especially popular:

• In early August, the picturesque Balaklava Valley hosts a show in which the best Russian pop artists take part.
• At the end of the month, jazz lovers and the best performers from many countries of the world come to Koktebel for the Koktebel Jazz Party.
• In the same August, a colorful festival of historical reconstruction is held in Sudak. In the ancient Genoese fortress, a large knightly tournament is held, as well as many colorful events.
• The last week of July is marked by the grandiose international forum "EXTREME Crimea". In Olenevka compete with each other and share the experience of the master extreme species sports, battles are held between parkourists and dance groups.

Of course, this is far from complete list passable peninsula festivities. Many are attracted by the traditional "Tulip Parade" in the Nikitsky Botanical Garden. The Pir Fest is also worthy of attention, where you can taste the most interesting dishes. And what are the celebrations on the occasion of the Days of cities worth?!

Crimean cuisine

It is a unique mixture of Russian, Ukrainian and Tatar gastronomic traditions. Culinary here is extremely multifaceted and varied, contains a variety of vegetable and meat dishes, their seafood dishes.

Gourmets are recommended to try imam-bayaldy stuffed eggplants, sarma (the Crimean analogue of dolma) and authentic chir-chir chebureks. Russian cuisine will please you with magnificent pies with fish, meat or mushrooms cooked according to old recipes.

Admirers of Ukrainian gastronomy will be offered to treat themselves to excellent borscht or cabbage soup, wonderful donuts and amazingly delicious potato pancakes. Be sure to try uzvar - a cold berry drink with honey.

What to buy colorful as a keepsake?

From any trip, you want to bring something other than traditional magnets and T-shirts with authentic logos. Excellent about the rest in the Crimea and the present will be acquaintances:

• Plates, spatulas, bowls, boxes, caskets made of juniper wood exuding a delicate coniferous aroma.
• Onyx crafts - from diverse amulets and candlesticks to elegant chess and sets of glasses.
• Handmade soap and locally produced natural cosmetics based on medicinal plants.
• Aged collection, cognacs and champagnes of famous wineries and factories.
• Magnificent herbal teas with a tonic and healing effect and collected in ecologically clean areas.

Connection

Being in Tavrida, it is easy to use the mobile services of the main Russian operators. However, there is one caveat. Fearing sanctions, operators use the network of the local provider K-Telecom, so telephony and Internet access will have to pay a little more.

"Megafon" offers a special tariff "Crimea" with a monthly fee of 15 rubles. per day. At the same time, for a minute of communication with a subscriber in the Russian Federation, you will have to pay 5 rubles for free incoming calls, and for SMS - 3 rubles. Megabyte mobile internet will cost 9.9.

Tariffs from VimpelCom are much steeper and more attractive. Incoming and outgoing calls will cost 9.95 rubles. per minute, and SMS - 4.5. For 1 MB of traffic, Beeline requires the same 9.95. There are no preferential tariffs for the peninsula.

The MTS company took much better care of its subscribers. By subscribing to the "Everywhere at home" tariff, you will be able to make outgoing calls to Russia, paying 3 rubles per minute. Incoming calls are free, and the subscription fee will be 7 rubles. per day. It also offers the most profitable mobile Internet.

Tele-2 subscribers do not need to worry about too high costs for mobile communication. By choosing the option "It's like being at home in Crimea", communicate with Russia by paying 5 rubles. per minute, with free incoming calls. The subscription fee will be equal to 6 rubles per day. Internet traffic is provided at a price of 5 rubles. per MB, which is only slightly more expensive than the offer from MTS.

The medicine

Russian citizens vacationing in the Crimea, if necessary, will receive full package free medical services provided by the legislation of the Russian Federation. To do this, you only need to have a valid insurance policy with you. Medical assistance is provided regardless of the region in which it was issued.

Hospitals and clinics of the peninsula are equipped with modern equipment staffed by specialists from various medical specialties. An ambulance is called by phone 03. If you are relaxing at the resort, doctors of first-aid posts will provide emergency assistance. In numerous pharmacies, it is not difficult to purchase all kinds of medicines.

Security

Since the main source of replenishment of the Crimean budget is income from tourism, the authorities are trying to do everything to maintain law and order at a high level. Crimeans treat visitors favorably, and vacationers who have taken too much alcohol often act as troublemakers. However, the police act very quickly, stopping bursts of aggressiveness in the bud.

Much more often you can meet with various types of fraud: from the attempts of obsessive taxi drivers to charge you an astronomical amount for a trip that can be made on a regular bus, to exotic offers to exchange rubles for a separate currency supposedly walking here.

Often, gullible travelers are trying to cheat when renting out housing. Before you pay money, make sure that you are going to transfer it to the owner of the apartment or house, ask the neighbors.

Trade in resort towns and petty thieves. To avoid becoming a victim, do not take valuables with you to the beach, which may not be there when you get out of the water. It is better to keep cameras and video cameras in your hands during excursions. Excessive, at first glance, caution never hurts.

Among the dangers of a natural nature, the greatest is the possible heat stroke. When sunbathing, be careful not to overheat. Soberly assess the forces and do not swim too far into the sea.

Of all the representatives of the fauna living in Tauris, only the steppe viper, karakurts,

Most of the territory of the peninsula is the North Crimean Plain. On the Kerch Peninsula - in the easternmost part of Crimea - there are hilly plains with a little more about higher altitude above sea level. The southern part of the peninsula, bordering the Black Sea, is the so-called Mountainous Crimea.

The Crimean ridge is part of the Alpine fold. High mountain ranges here are interspersed with longitudinal plains, in which the main tourist cities are located on the map of Crimea with areas - Yalta, Sudak, Koktebel, Gurzuf and others.

How to get to the Crimean peninsula

On the satellite map of Crimea, you can see that the peninsula has a developed system of transport - air, rail, road, sea.

The only one civil airport located in the capital of the republic - the city of Simferopol. It serves about five million passengers annually.

After the annexation of Crimea to Russia in 2014, the railway communication with the peninsula, which went through the territory of Ukraine, was terminated. A bridge is currently under construction across the Kerch Strait, which will connect Crimea with the mainland by rail and road.

In the meantime, the ferry across this strait remains an important transport artery. Every year it serves almost as many passengers as the airport.

An extensive network passes through the territory of the peninsula. highways that link the main tourist centers- Kerch, Simferopol, Sevastopol, Bakhchisarai, beach towns on the coast.

In addition, the world's longest trolleybus line is located in Crimea, connecting Simferopol with the resorts of the South Coast. The length of this line is almost 100 kilometers.

Crimea on the map of Russia with cities and towns

The Crimean peninsula occupies a prominent place on the map of Russia. The resorts of the South Coast and other tourist areas of the peninsula are annually visited by millions of tourists.

The first place in popularity among the Crimean resort towns is rightfully occupied by Yalta, which is called the “Russian Nice”. The second is the hero city of Sevastopol. Closes the top three leaders of Feodosia - a resort east coast. The top five also includes Alushta and Evpatoria.

Sochi and others settlements.Map of the coast of Crimea includes the location of cities, towns along coastline, which officially exist in 2016. Crimean coast has long been famous for its resorts. Tourist cities located along the entire coastline of the peninsula, however, there are 3 directions in which the flows of tourists are distributed.

Map of the coast of the southern coast of Crimea

The southern coast of Crimea is famous not only for its picturesque beaches, entertainment venues, amusement parks, etc. The most famous and interesting sights of the peninsula are concentrated here:, Alushta Reserve, and much more. , - hospitable, sunny, beautiful cities who welcome guests year after year. Here you can stay in a luxury hotel or a modest, quiet makeshift. Regardless of this, you will have a great time, relax and definitely not get bored.

Map of the coast of the eastern coast of Crimea

The east coast attracts tourists with a variety of natural landscapes. and are famous for their clean, picturesque stone and sandy beaches; the Sea of ​​Azov attracts tourists. Extreme sports will also not remain here without entertainment. Fans of hang gliding will have a great time on Mount Klimentyev. And windsurfers can practice their favorite sport by visiting Cape Kazantip. A special atmosphere of freedom and inspiration reigns in cities and towns. Taking advantage ferry crossing guests of the peninsula can visit and have a great rest there by visiting the famous quarries.

Map of the coast of the western coast of Crimea

The western coast of the peninsula is a great place not only for relaxation, but also for treatment. There are various sanatoriums, boarding houses, children's health centers. The famous mud baths in and attracted people from tsarist Russia.

This wonderful place is a great option for family vacation. Extensive sandy beaches with a gentle descent into the water are ideal for children. During the day, children and their parents sunbathe and swim on these beaches, and young people have fun in the evening. Beach parties in Evpatoria are especially good.

The villages are gaining popularity among tourists. Vacationers are attracted clean beaches and a small number of people, as well as low cost of living. The Crimean peninsula is a universal holiday destination for every taste: treatment, extreme, incendiary discos, breathtaking landscapes, knowledge of antiquity, solitude, inspiration - all this is Crimea!

Probably everyone dreams of making a trip to the Crimea. Here, as in no other place, are closely intertwined rich story, culture, amazing picturesque corners nature. And, of course, rest in the Crimea cannot be imagined without a warm, affectionate sea ​​coast, amazing healing air, the richest parks. We have made a small selection of maps of the Crimean coast for those who are going to relax in this wonderful place. Let's start with a general detailed map of the coast.

Satellite map of Crimea online

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Map south coast Crimea

Road map of Crimea with distances

Rest in Crimea is not only the traditional sea and beaches. Both large and very small coastal cities of Crimea keep the memory of A. Pushkin, A. Chekhov, A. Grin, M. Voloshin, M. Gorky, F. Chaliapin and many other figures of Russian culture. The famous Livadia Palace in Yalta attracts vacationers with its history associated with events of world significance.
Here was a favorite vacation spot of the Romanov imperial family. During the Second World War, a meeting took place between Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt.

The Palace of Alexander III, the Vorontsov Palace are also remarkable architectural monuments and historical monuments.

Magnificent museums of painting have their admirers. In Feodosia you can see a large collection of paintings by marine painter I. Aivazovsky.
In Crimea, everyone will find something that is close to him. A trip to the Crimea is a meeting with romantic youth, when you believe in a miracle with scarlet sails, when the Swallow's Nest seems like a magical castle hanging over the sea.
Nikitsky Botanical Garden, known throughout the world for the richness of its collection of plants. For about two hundred years, it has been pleasing wildlife lovers. More than 30 thousand different plants are collected here.
Crimea is an active cultural holiday, combined with the enjoyment of the richest gifts of nature.

The map of Crimea has long been a fork in the majority of seafaring routes connecting various tribes and countries. All this thanks to geographical location Republic and rare natural conditions.

From 1945 to 1991, the Crimean Republic was considered a region. Only after a while, it acquired the modality of the Republic. It is located on the Crimean peninsula, with a total area of ​​about 27 thousand square meters. km. The number of inhabitants is 2134.7 thousand people. From the south and west side it is washed by Black, from the east - Seas of Azov. With Russian Federation is divided Kerch Strait. Connected by land with Kherson region Ukraine. They are connected by the Perekop Isthmus and an artificial dam across the Sevash.

In 2018, various types of resorts and sanatoriums operate in Crimea, which are located both on the coast and inside the peninsula. In 2018, a detailed map of Crimea with cities and towns in Russian will help you decide on a recreation area and choose a convenient location for a sanatorium or hotel.

In the administrative-territorial structure, the peninsula consists of 14 districts, 16 cities, 11 of which are of republican significance, 56 large settlements and 956 rural settlements. Simferopol is the administrative center of the republic, which has a diverse national composition. Its territory is inhabited by Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians, Tatars, Uzbeks, Azerbaijanis, Armenians and other nations.

The territory of the peninsula stands out for its considerable natural diversity. The mountains of Crimea are located in the south of the Republic, dividing the area into northern - flat and southern mountainous. The natural wealth here is famous for natural gas deposits on the shallows of Azov, iron ores and the bowels of building materials. The Karadag region is famous for underground storerooms of semi-precious stones.

Crimea is rich in a variety of attractions:

• Castle "Swallow's Nest";
• national reserve- Tauric Chersonese;
• Yalta house of the writer "Belaya Dacha";
• Palace of Livadia;
• The royal mound in Kerch;
• Khan's Palace;
• Ancient estates of Alushta.

The most significant indicators of the economy of the Republic are livestock breeding, retail trade turnover, and passenger traffic. Road transport is effectively developed. There is a mountain trolleybus connection "Simferopol - Alushta - Yalta". Coastal and international navigation is also important. There are several airports and about 10 seaports on the peninsula.

There are famous resorts- Saki, Koktebel, Old Crimea. A detailed map of the Crimean coast with cities and towns, presented on our website, will help determine their location. In addition to health-improving areas, the Republic is rich in reserves: the Nikitsky Botanical Garden, Yalta, Cape Martyan, Karadag.