All about General beaches of Crimea

The Crimean peninsula is notable for a huge number of attractions, unique flora and fauna, as well as places for recreation. Among the variety of unique places in the Crimea, the General beaches should be highlighted, which have become a favorite place for many vacationers from all over the world.

The terrain on the peninsula, called the General beaches, is an integral chain of bays along the Azov coast on the Kerch Peninsula. In light of its location, the beaches are almost deserted, even in the summer months.

The hilly-flat landscape has long become a sought-after holiday destination for tourists in the light of its unique composition of fragments of rocks, sea smooth surface and fragrant, endless meadows. There are about two dozen bays of various sizes in this area, almost each has its own name. However, the pearl of the Azov Sea for vacationers was not always available.

Earlier, a military garrison was located near Kerch and Cape Kazantip, therefore the territory was guarded, and various equipment was located on the range. In 1936, a test artillery range was located in the steppe; in 1946, an atomic bomb design office. Up until 1962, tests were actively conducted here, but with the introduction of a moratorium on nuclear tests, the activities of the bureau on the peninsula ceased.

Also, the emergence of the name of the locality may be due to the fact that the officers, who served in this military facility, no less than ordinary people needed to rest, in the light of this used the beaches for their intended purpose. Among the echoes of the history of this area, it would not be superfluous to note the presence of the ruins of a nuclear power plant, whose construction was suspended in the Soviet Union.

The reserve was created to preserve rare species of birds, most of which are listed in the Red Book. The territory, which today is called Generalskie beaches, was formed naturally, without human intervention, which further increases its value for true nature lovers. The place received the second name - "Coast of a thousand bays".

The coastline, on which the beaches of Generals are located, has retained samples of tipchak-feather grass steppes. Therefore, such places are considered unique, unparalleled throughout Europe. These areas are recommended for recreation by savages, this is their main feature. The sea air is additionally saturated with the inviting scent of steppe grasses.

Since the beaches are far from civilization, in the bays you can find small sources of clean drinking water. However, in the summer months they almost dry up, therefore, planning to stay for a rest here, you should stock up on water, firewood, etc. The steppe stretches around the coastline, tourists will be able to peacefully coexist with such unique representatives of the fauna as butterflies, lizards, dragonflies. Snakes are found in the steppe, but they do not pose a danger to humans. Among the inhabitants of the nearby steppes, karakurt, solpuga and scolopendra will be dangerous to humans.Therefore, caution should be exercised in the gorges and crevices.

In the bays, the depth of the sea in the area of ​​the coastal line is small, the slopes will also be comfortable. This feature of the beaches makes them a suitable place for families with children. In addition, the minimum depth allows sea water to warm up much faster. As a rule, in May on the beaches you can already open the swimming season, which will continue until mid-October.

Generals beaches are also famous for their sandy beaches and even seabed. In some bays, the coast is completely sandy, there are places with sandy-shell beaches.

The maximum depth of the Azov Sea in this place reaches 14 meters, but near the bays you can get two to three meters from the coast, and the depth will reach an adult to the knee. On the headlands, the coast goes into the water already significantly, by an average of 2-3 meters, but this depends on the area chosen.

All the bays located on the coastline bear their names, some of them will prove to be the best place for fishing. In the wide bay is located fishing artel. You can fish from the shore, from a boat or go underwater hunting with a harpoon gun.

Rest on the coast will be interesting in the summer, spring and autumn. The steppe changes its color depending on the season; against the background of the azure sea, the contrast of greenery and flowering meadow grass will not leave anyone indifferent.

Before you go on vacation in a picturesque bay, it is recommended to thoroughly prepare for this. It is mandatory for tourists to have a supply of gasoline and drinking water. The best option for recreation will be a trip with a tent. Firewood may be needed for cooking. Since wild beaches are still located in the steppe, vacationers need to take awnings and umbrellas on a trip to protect themselves from the sun during the day.

Almost the entire area is actively used by vacationers to visit and spend time, but among the available number of bays on the coast there are several of the most popular places on the beaches of Generals.

The largest in length bay with a beach, which is very often used by holidaymakers as the most suitable place for a tent camp. As an advantage of the bay is to provide an opportunity to get to the place by car.

The sights should include a cave in which you can hide from the sun. For lovers of scuba diving, it is worth highlighting the flooded landing boats as interesting places.

The beach is distinguished by a rock on it, which divides it into two halves. Such a relief on the ground goes straight into the water. Tourists traveling by car, you can leave your car directly on the beach, which will be an advantage for the rest of the savages.

The attraction of this area can be called a beautiful grotto, so that the bay is in demand among tourists. It will also be able to get there by your own transport.

In addition to the beach and the sea there are fishing houses. Tourists will have the opportunity to observe their work.

Another option for travelers who prefer to travel on their vehicles. In addition to convenient access to the parking lot for recreation, the main advantage of this place on the beaches of Generals is the presence of a spring with clean drinking water.

It is famous for its convenient location, as well as the opportunity to relax away from civilization, even if there are several cane towns.

General's beaches are famous for the presence of picturesque places in large quantities, in addition, clusters of tourists on them are not observed even at the height of the season. In order to get to the beaches, you should determine the coordinates of the selected bay on the map of the peninsula. Most of them can be reached by personal car or on foot.

Such parking and campgrounds will be a great place for families with children, however, when planning such a trip, you should know that there is no infrastructure in this area. This applies to shops and attractions.

In addition to the beaches in the reserve, it is recommended to visit other steppe attractions, no less exciting in its beauty. For example, Lake Chokrak, which is one of the largest in the Crimea. In addition to its size, the pond is popular with therapeutic mud. Also in the Pontic steppe you can find the remains of the oldest Scythian settlements. Such ruins are located near Cape Zyuk.

Bays for tourist recreation are located twenty kilometers from Kerch, the length of the beaches is within 30 kilometers. Features of their location along the coastline led to the fact that many bays included in the compositions of rural settlements, spread out in this area. So, a number of them are located in the settlements of Chistopolye, Belinskoe and Bagerovo.

Journey to places of rest runs along a dirt road, some sites have rather steep slopes. Despite the fact that the coast is famous for its places for recreation, it will not be possible to reach the destination by public transport.

An alternative to the car can be a walk to the destination. With the help of a navigator, tourists can get to the coast from three sides. To General's beaches there is an approach from the Resort village or through the Coastal and Golden Village. The resort has long been a holiday destination for tourists, so if you need it you can find accommodation, and the path to the coast will take about two hours from there. In the village of Kerch laid the route of the bus.

Laying the route to the beaches of Generals, it is recommended that tourists move from Kerch to the chosen village. As a rule, the road will take about 60 minutes.

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