Thousands of Russians rushed to the Crimean peninsula to take a closer look at the newly-found region of our country. Of course, everyone wants to know what to see in the Crimea, where to go and how to make a route, so that without any trouble to see all the fun.
We offer Top 10 attractions of the Crimea , in which we have included both architectural ensembles, natural beauties, and ancient historical monuments.
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10. Swallow's Nest
10. Swallow's Nest
One of the world famous symbols of the Crimea was built in 1912 on a steep forty-meter Avrora rock on Cape Ai-Todor near Yalta. The prototype of the Swallow's Nest was Villa Miramare near Trieste. Currently, work is underway to strengthen the rock on which the castle stands, becauseunder the weight of the structure the rock is gradually destroyed.
9. Vorontsov Palace
The palace and the adjoining park form a single ensemble, located in Alupka at the foot of the picturesque mountain Ai-Petri. The construction of the palace was completed in 1848, and Vorontsovsky Park for 25 years was equipped to become a model of garden art. Today the museum works in the palace, the interior interiors have almost completely preserved the original appearance.
8. Massandra
Two important Crimean places of interest - Massandra Palace and winery close to this town-type settlement. Massandra wine can be tasted in the tasting complex, which is visited annually by more than 53 thousand people.
7. Livadia Palace
This palace, built in light "Italian" style, is surrounded by a picturesque park laid more than 160 years ago. In the White Hall of the Palace, summits of the heads of modern states were repeatedly held.
6. Khan's Palace in Bakhchisaray
The former residence of the Crimean khans has preserved a lot of evidence of the history of those times. In the Bakhchsarai Palace presents utensils, weapons, costumes, art objects from the times of the Crimean Khanate. On the territory of the complex is the famous Bakhchsarai fountain, which inspired Pushkin to write the poem of the same name.
5. Balaclava
The settlement is a part of Sevastopol. The village is noteworthy in itself, becauselocated in a very picturesque location along the Balaklava bay. Lovers of historical attractions will surely appreciate the ruins of the ancient Chersonesos and the Genoese fortress.
4. Panorama "Defense of Sevastopol"
Panorama dedicated to the events of 1854-1855, was created under the guidance of Franz Roubaud. At the base of the panorama scenes was the battle on the Malakhov Hill. The panorama was evacuated from the city during the Great Patriotic War and reopened in 1954.
3. Ai-Petri Mountain
The height of the most picturesque Crimean peak is 1234 meters. A cable car leads to the mountain, known for including the longest unsupported flight in Europe. From the height of Ai-Petri there is a magnificent view of the whole coast of the Southern coast of Crimea.
2. Nikitsky Botanical Garden
In 2012, this botanical garden celebrated its 200th anniversary. Every year a chrysanthemum ball is held here. More than 1125 species of plants grow on the territory of the garden. Every year the Botanical Garden is visited by more than 300 thousand tourists.
1. Genoese fortress in Sudak
The fortress was built by the Genoese between 1371 and 1469.The fortress is located on the mountain and covers an area of about 30 hectares. Thanks to the perfect preservation and picturesque views of the fortress, filmmakers like the castle and often include it in their works.