Sights of Foros in Crimea

In the summer, many people leave to rest in warm lands with their families. Today, Crimea is considered a popular resort among tourists. In this article we will talk about rest in a place Foroswhich is located on the peninsula.

Foros is a small town, which is part of the urban district of Yalta. This picturesque resort place is located in the southern part of the peninsula of Crimea. Its height above sea level is almost 30-32 meters.

The sea in Foros is always crystal clear, since two strong sea currents flow along the coast. Cold air flows into the city almost do not penetrate, because it is surrounded on all sides by powerful mountains and rocks that do not let the wind pass.

All beaches located on the territory of Foros are pebbly. There are only 4 city beaches, but there are also isolated coastal areas located near sanatoriums and rest houses. All of them are equipped with the necessary tourist facilities (changing rooms, umbrellas that protect against sunlight, deck chairs and boat rental).

On the territory of the resort village are cottages of many famous personalities, among which are the houses of Gagarin, Gorbachev, Gorky. Also here you can find several government resorts.

Foros is rich in beautiful sights, which can be found in any guidebook. So, Foros church is a popular place for tourists in the village. This monument is located on a mountainous hill. It can be seen from every corner of Foros. The golden dome of this church is brightly lit at night.

Another attraction is Skelskaya Cave. It is located near the Foros church.

The cave is small in size, but at the same time it is cold enough and high humidity there. Therefore, it should be visited in comfortable and waterproof clothing.

Also considered a popular destination. Foros Park. It is one of the most picturesque places in the city. In addition to the huge number of beautiful vegetation and sculptures in the form of deer, in the park you can see a place called “Paradise”. It is a few beautiful lakes, each of which grow water lilies.

There is a park in the territory of the sanatorium "Foros", in which anyone can rent a room for rest. Entrance to the park itself is free for all comers.

The beaches of Foros are also popular with tourists. In the warm season, you can enjoy a variety of water sports, including diving. You can rent a boat, boat or jet ski. From here cruise ships depart, which follow to Cape Aya.

Picturesque and beautiful sights are available not only in Foros itself, but also in its surroundings.

Near this cape are the most beautiful Crimean mountains. The height of the stone ledges can reach 600-700 meters. You can get to this place by going down to the sea and driving through the sanatorium Yuzhny.

This attraction is also located on the outskirts of Foros. It is located near Cape Nicholas. The estate belonged to Prince Rajewski. The house is located in a quiet and completely protected from the winds place. Currently, a cottage town has been built on the territory.

This cape is located between Foros and the village Laspinskaya bay. This place is considered the southernmost point of the Crimea peninsula. It is a steep and humpback slope. Previously, the entire cape was covered with dense juniper forests. Currently there are resorts and resorts.

It is located on Cape Sarych and is called "Dawn". It is possible to get to the dacha without much difficulty, but it is impossible to go inside the building, since the entrance there is strictly prohibited.

Today in Foros there are many places for families with children. Among them are water park "Blue Bay". This center is a complex of water entertainment. It consists of 8 exciting slides, 6 pools and various cafes and restaurants.

Another popular attraction for children is cycling through the picturesque places of Foros. An interesting option is considered a mini-hike with a tent for the whole family.

There is also a musical and puppet theater in the village where you can have a good time with your children. You can visit the planetarium or zoo. Many tourists with children prefer to go to the cinema.

The most popular among tourists are Foros Park and Foros Church. But in addition to these attractions, in the village you can see other equally popular places.

This landmark is a whole palace and park complex, the construction of which was laid Russian merchant Kuznetsov. The facades of the building are decorated with decorative stone. Inside it is decorated with wall panels with landscapes. The place is surrounded by a picturesque park in which cypresses, palm trees, cedars, pines and fir grow.

This pass is located slightly east of Foros. He leads into the depths of the Crimea. From a distance, this place resembles a huge staircase with steep steps along which the path goes. Walking along this path, you can see about 40 sharp turns. Although the pass is rather steep, it has no danger to a person, so the passage through it is open.

These monumental gates separate part of the coast and the valley of the Crimea. This is an architectural and historical monument of the peninsula.

This place is known for its mudflows. Year-round, the temperature in the bay is about 15 degrees Celsius. It is also famous for its crystal water.

This landmark has the appearance of a huge rock wall, the length of which is about 7 kilometers. Its beginning is near the Baidar Gate, and the end is near the Shaitan-Merdven Pass.

In another way, this attraction is also called the Kalenda Path. This road leads directly to the Devil's Staircase. It was built by legionnaires from Rome. The length of the trail is about 8 kilometers.

In Foros, you can visit the cottage of the famous writer Semenov. During the tour you can see his personal belongings. Entrance to the museum is free.

The water temperature on this beach is always a little lower than on the others. This is due to the fact that under the water is a large number of cold sources.

It is located just east of the city. It is a small bay with a pier. It is surrounded on two sides by a strip of beach with a pebbled shore.

This building looks like a medieval castle. Previously, it belonged to the writer A. Tolstoy.Around the palace there is a small picturesque park, on the territory of which a decorative fountain and rare types of vegetation are located.

In another way, this place is also called the “Crimean Stonehenge”. This mystical place has 9 large stones. They have the shape of teeth and are placed around one main sacred stone. The first sun rays fall precisely in the central part of this stone circle.

Near Foros passes the old road Sevastopol-Yalta. It is located along the new highway under the rocky ledges of the Baydar-Kastropol wall. Most often, this road is driven through to get to the Baidar gate.

It is located in the Baidar Valley. The river Uzundja flows along its bottom. In the bed of the reservoir formed many waterfalls and boilers. But at the same time the walking route to this attraction is rather difficult, so it is not spoiled by numerous tourists.

This place is located on the bottom of the Black Sea. It was formed in the XIX century due to a strong earthquake. Formed after this huge stone boulders made it possible to form a large stone garden. It is located near Cape Sarych at a depth of about 30 meters. You can visit the site with experienced divers.

It is located just west of Foros. The reason for its flooding is also not known for certain. The length of the vessel is about 130 meters. The ship was sunk in the early twentieth century. The cargo ship is located at a shallow depth, so it can be freely viewed by divers. And even newcomers can visit the site.

It is a series of ruins that remained after the destruction of the ancient fort. The fortress was built at an altitude of almost 800 meters, next to it is the Devil’s staircase. The fortress is almost completely surrounded by steep and high cliffs. Entrance to the landmarks is free and free for all tourists.

In this review you can see the Crimean city of Foros, learn about its location and sights.