Foros in Crimea: history, weather, sights, accommodation

The peninsula of Crimea is unique, equal to it is difficult to find in all of Europe, and in Asia too. But even in this brilliant corner of the planet has its best places. Foros stands out among them.

If you look for Foros on a map, then this town is located in the very south of the Crimea peninsula: in the interval from Yalta to Sevastopol. In the village there is a picturesque park, saturating the atmosphere with healing aromas. No wonder there for quite a long time were government residences.

It is authentically known that the written references to Foros were first recorded in the documentation of the treasury department of medieval Genoa in 1360. The name of the city is given by the Greeks, who founded it.

Compared with the end of the 1980s, when the dacha of the President of the USSR was located in Foros, it became much more accessible. Every year a stream of tourists from different countries of the world spills over to the nearby Cape Sarych. The climate of the village is useful for a variety of diseases.

Besides the beautiful nature, Foros is also famous for the abundance of historical monuments of different eras. On this small seemingly territory, a significant number of events occurred. Along with beach and sightseeing leisure, you can find a number of youth entertainment, including boisterous dances. According to environmental indicators, these places stand out even against the background of other sites of the Crimea. The total number of Foros residents exceeds 2100 people.

Rest in the urban-type settlement of Foros can be accompanied by accommodation either in the private sector, or in "serious" hotels. When choosing the first option plays a big role direct agreement with the owners. Lack of intermediaries helps save substantial money. Speaking of sanatoriums, It is necessary to mention the “Southern”, which even in the pre-perestroika era was considered one of the best options in the country. But even today many travelers willingly travel here, hoping to improve the state of the respiratory organs and circulatory system.

Of the alternatives worth mentioning Grand Fleur Hotel. It offers even modest, but quite cozy rooms, partially equipped with exits to the terraces. Despite the absence of excesses, everything that is necessary is there. Clean and well-maintained private beach is located near the property.

Comfortable life is possible and in guest house Forossea. Any of the five rooms of this institution fully corresponds to the luxury category. Experienced designers have worked on the interiors. Reliable climate control systems are provided, high-quality furniture and required household equipment are selected.

To organize their own food, however, will be their own. Some guests cook in the shared kitchen, others visit the nearby restaurant.

From the resorts Foros stands out institution named Terletsky. It is designed for almost perfect, elite accommodation in the village. In Crimea, there are not so many hotel establishments with such a high class of service. The restaurant of the Terletsky boarding house serves dishes from several cuisines of the world.

When choosing options with a private beach and ready meals worth a look to the sanatorium "Foros". The administration ensures that guests enjoy a quiet, comfortable stay. The last major reconstruction took place here in 2017.

The distance to the sea is 100 m. The pebble beach at the sanatorium stretches for 200 m in length. For money you can rent a boat, jet ski, bike. A visit to the sanatorium is shown to people with the following problems:

• diabetes;
• problems with the digestive system;
• disruptions in the musculoskeletal system, heart and blood vessels;
• overweight;
• problems with the upper respiratory tract (except for tuberculosis).

In the sanatorium there are:

• conference hall;
• swimming pool with sea water;
• solarium;
• disco;
• tour agency;
• sports and gym;
• tennis courts;
• leisure room for children.

Parking in the territory is not difficult.

If not limited to sanatorium programs, then we can mention Smotrich Hotel, located on the first beach line. You can get from it to the village center in 5 minutes on your own.

The hotel has provided the possibility of using free internet. There are 10 rooms in total in the building; smoking guests are not accepted. Of the additional services worth mentioning is the delivery of products to the rooms, transfer; from the exit to the street to the nearest beach - 170 m.

Positive ratings of holidaymakers consistently causes Villa "Foros". The suites and junior suites are equipped with air conditioning and mini-bars. From the balconies you can see all the beauty of the sea. Visitors can use free Wi-Fi.

If necessary, organized breakfast delivery in the rooms. You can use the street parking, send children to play on the street playground or book a walking tour.

If ordinary hotels are not too satisfied with tourists, then it is worth considering the option of accommodation. in the camping "Yuzhak". A place to set up a tent is set aside relatively close to the parking lot for visitors. Toilets and shower; Camping organizers took care of the opportunity to buy water.

Recreation center located on Kosmonavtov street and has 5 rooms. Three of them are in a common wooden house, each occupies 18 square meters. m. The other 2 are located in separate houses. In the sanitary unit there is a shower, toilet, sink, stationary hairdryer. Rooms are equipped with:

• sleeping places with orthopedic mattresses;
• armchairs, beds;
• bedside tables;
• wardrobes;
• tables;
• TVs for 29 programs;
• refrigerators;
• air conditioning equipment.

The sea is located 400 m from the recreation center, and a maximum of 300 m will go to the bus stop. Children from 3 years old are accommodated in extra places for free. In the courtyard there is parking. Meals are not provided, transfer is organized for an additional fee.

Payment for accommodation is accepted. cash only. Pets are not allowed. The rules of residence on the base imply the removal outside of its limits inclined to make noise or decided to celebrate some kind of celebration. When booking, you can reserve rooms for at least 3 days in a row. For an economy class room take from 2000 rubles per day.

From private housing, it is worth considering options such as the Inzhir guest house, cottages on Terletsky Street and Foros descent, apartments near Green Beach, etc.

The characteristics of Foros cannot be reduced only to its general description and the capabilities of local hotels. Attention deserves, above all, the weather conditions that add up here in the summer. Compared to the average rainfall in the Yalta region, it is much drier here. During the year, no more than 400 mm of precipitation falls in all forms, in Yalta - 550 mm, and in Sochi (for comparison) - 1100 mm.

The total number of sunny days (per year) in Foros is somewhat less than in other cities of the Crimea, but it was these conditions that made the resort so pleasant for holidaymakers. Low air humidity and often blowing breezes significantly improve the perception of hot Black Sea days. The peak of tourist activity in Foros falls on the period from July 15 to August 20.

On some days of September it may be a little cold. But it will last a maximum of three days, and then the sunny warm weather will surely return. Judging by the reviews of tourists and locals, it is often warmly preserved throughout the first decade of October.

However, one should not rely on such a favorable development of events. The water may cool due to the change in wind direction. This is usually associated with either strong northeast, or long, westerly winds. When they blow from the northeast, the warm water moves away from the shore, and the layers, usually located deep in the sea, rise to the top.

The climatic parameters of Foros have made him a very good help in the treatment of a number of diseases.

But you can not, of course, reduce the rest with children only to enjoying the sun, warm sea and sand. Moreover, there is something to look at, besides the coastal strip. Often, inspection of local attractions begin with the house-museum of A. G. Kuznetsov. This person made the first steps in the resort development of the territory and in arranging its infrastructure. The estate of the famous figure was visited by many famous cultural figures of the late XIX - early XX centuries.

The mansion, built very quickly by the standards of the time, had an amazingly beautiful and very harmonious design outside, and inside it was luxuriously furnished. Even the leading art galleries would not mind getting the same collection of paintings.

Of the natural attractions of the southern coast of Crimea, or rather, its western part, it is worth mentioning Laspi Bay. There even the bus goes, and flights are organized for a reason. The appearance of the bay is amazing.

Earlier, after heavy rain fell from the tops of the nearest mountains, mudflows flowed downward, and then for some time the appearance of the terrain changed. On the shores of the bay, year-round temperature is maintained from +15 degrees Celsius.

Nearby is the attractive tract Batiliman, which is separated from two sides Capes Sarych and Aya. North wind successfully delay Kokiya-Kaya and Kush-Kaya cliffs. A lot of exotic plants are found in Batiliman, and individual trees have been living for about 1000 years.

Having traveled along the road Yalta-Sevastopol in the direction of Mukhalatka, tourists can get to the Devil's Ladder. It is necessary to rise to it under its own power from the village of Oliva. Some travelers book there excursions with a transfer. Such tours are sold by guides waiting for customers near the Foros market.

Earlier on this place passed the ancient trade route. The name "Devil's Ladder" is not a mystical origin. This place was very convenient for attacks of all kinds of robbers. No one knows how many fights happened here, how many were dead and wounded. But from the middle of the XIX century, when it became possible to travel along the Baidarsky Pass, the flow of goods dropped sharply, and since 1972 the gorge has a purely tourist value.

Lovers of romance should definitely visit Cape Sarychwhere is the lighthouse built in 1898. Near this place grows a mass of plants from the subtropics. Some of them are listed in the Red Book.

But there are many interesting sights in Foros itself. Among them - Mellas Palacefrom where the road leads to the embankment. The building embodies the best ideas of medieval architecture.

Nearby is a park with grape plants. Mount Parus it is isolated from other rock formations of the Chelebi massif. The height of the sail is 150 m. It has attracted the attention of climbers for a long time.

In Foros also book excursions to:

• the museum of Julian Semenov;
• Shuldan Monastery;
• fortress located on the mountain Isar-Kaya;
• Skele Cave;
• dolphinarium;
• Bakhchisarai Palace;
• Inkerman and Zolotaya Balka wineries.

The nearest airport to Foros is located in Simferopol, you can get here from all major cities of Russia. It is worth buying tickets in advance, because in high season they rise sharply in price. For example, in winter, a seat on a flight from Moscow to Simferopol costs from 5500 rubles both ways. And buying tickets in the last day before shipment will have to pay at least twice as much in one direction.

The terminal of the Simferopol airport is quite modernly equipped, every day it takes a large number of flights from different cities.

The bus station is located near the old terminal, and trolley buses also depart from there. You will have to go first to Yalta, and then after the transfer to the suburban route - to Foros itself. An alternative solution is a ride on Fly and Bus minibuses. You will have to pay 500 rubles for the ticket, you must book the seats directly in the arrival hall.

There is another way: by the bus of route 49, get to the “Kurortnaya” bus station. There also sent trolley buses 17 and 20 routes. And already from this station almost every hour buses leave for Foros.

Choosing a trip from the airport by taxi, it is worth remembering that each kilometer of the road costs 25 rubles. It is recommended to apply in advance via the Internet, and not at the registration desk. When traveling by car, the path will pass through:

• Kerch;
• Theodosius;
• the village Nasypnoe;
• Alushta;
• Yalta

Reviews of Foros are mostly positive. Among its advantages are called excellent views and affordable leisure time. At the same time, a holiday in the resort is suitable especially for lovers of a secluded, quiet life.

The disadvantages are that the beaches are too “stone”, and they don’t organize any other entertainment here. Go to the sea is quite difficult.

To enjoy the best beaches of Foros, you need to get up as early as possible and move away from the center as far as possible. This is the only way to find yourself in quiet, cozy places with immaculately clean water. Or you can check in to a private hotel with a private beach. Cafe Foros is fed quite well, prices are quite reasonable. Here you can try the local young wine.

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