Sights and features of rest in Ponizovka in Crimea

Ponizovka is a small resort town of urban type, which is located about 30 km from Yalta. It refers to the southern coast of Crimea. Transport accessibility Ponizovki not very developed, so the most convenient way to move will be the car. Another option for access to Ponizovka can be a transfer from the airport, which is organized by the owners of local resort complexes.

The closest town to Ponizovka is the town of Simeiz. In the town there are many different resorts, which are famous for good anti-tuberculosis treatment. Local specialized health resorts are divided by territory.

Simeiz is famous for hectares of parks left over from the pre-revolutionary era. From Simeiz itself stretches Sovetskaya Street, which is a continuation of Ponizovka. In this direction, almost in the center of Ponizovka, Mount Biryuk-Isar rises. On the west side of Ponizovka there are also mountains that simultaneously hang over Foros.

A characteristic feature of Ponizovka is the bay leaf plantations. Rest in Ponizovka itself was once considered elite, as thousands of mansions appeared here, which today turned into good tourist apartments. Local beaches are not comfortable, they are mostly rocky, and the coast is steep. Along with beaches with large pebbles, there are equipped places where the entrance to the sea is possible along concrete steps.

Comfortably lie on the stepped bank is unlikely. There is no entertainment on local beaches, so it’s relatively quiet here compared to other places. Vacationers in Crimea appreciated beaches Simeiza.

The history of Ponizovka dates back to approximately I century AD. In the VIII-IX centuries there existed the monastic fortress of Kuchuk-Isar. Later, the beauty of the area was appreciated by nobles, in Ponizovka there are many houses of famous people. The origin of the name of the village has several versions. For example, the Ponizov brothers were active in the area.

For oceanologists, the term “underwater” refers to undercurrents. They have the local coast, and to study them built a whole station. The banks of Ponizovka are covered with mussels, they are even specially grown on mussel towers, and then treated to local cafes.

Ponizovka presents a developed tourist infrastructure. Here not only the private sector, but also good complexes. One of the modern hotels "Mriya Resort" appeared here in 2014. For guests there are about 500 rooms, as well as individual houses. Local treatment programs are diverse. A shuttle from the airport is available to the hotel. Accommodation in the hotel "Mriya Resort" is expensive, but even in season you can find cheaper options.

Local offer to rent rooms, beds, summer houses, whole cottages with private facilities. For example, guest house of the same name "Ponizovka" characterized by comfortable conditions.

All rooms with private bathrooms, for guests there is an equipped kitchen, a spacious terrace with a barbecue, as well as space for cars. An equipped pebble beach is located a few meters from the mansion. Three-story wooden buildings base "Artemis" will attract the attention of lovers of natural beauty. This place has the status of eco-hotel, as it is located in the zone of relict groves. To services of local residents - a swimming pool, billiards, spa complex.

The cost of renting private housing in Ponizovka varies depending on the distance of the coast. It can be from 150 rubles per person per day. Private owners have adapted their homes for accommodation of guests, so they provide all the basic amenities.

The main entertainment in Ponizovka is the beach and natural beauty, spread out over the local surroundings. Entertainment for children can be found in the hotel "Mriya", where the Drivingwood amusement park is located. Locals organize tours to Pilyaki volcano (he is inactive) rock Iphigenia and pass the Devil's Ladder. Outside the village in Simeiz works water park "Blue Bay". Both adults and children come here. Here everyone will have fun for everyone.

The ancient Greek legend connected with the sacrifices of the goddess Artemis tells tourists about the rock of Iphigenia. However, geologists determine the age of the rock in 150 million years, because the hill appeared as a result of the action of volcanoes. The layers of the earth's crust formed characteristic steps.

Devil's Pass is another interesting place for curious tourists. It has another name - the ladder for the giants. According to local legend, this is a man-made structure of ancient brands, but in fact it is a natural artifact. Huge limestone blocks due to landslides and earthquakes began to resemble steps. Frequent winds and drafts in local caves completed the work of nature, and people adapted the path for their needs. Once upon a comfortable path horses with small carriages could pass.

If you get to the village of Ponizovka not by car, then you will have to choose a route from Simferopol, since all the planes in the Crimea arrive here. Now this air harbor is equipped with a new modern terminal. From Simferopol will have to move to Yalta. There are regular bus services to this city, so there will be no particular difficulties in finding the necessary route.

The approximate cost of tickets is 400 rubles. Bus stations are located closer to the railway station, you can move to it by local city transport. Simferopol has a developed transport infrastructure.

In Ponizovka can be reached from Anapa or Krasnodar on intercity buses that go to Yalta. From Yalta there is a taxi 107, which can be reached directly on the highway. And also the route to Simeiz is suitable, but from this settlement you will have to walk a little, about 1 kilometer. If there is no need to save, then from the airport to Ponizovka is most convenient to get by taxi. Official prices - 25 rubles per 1 kilometer. To hire an inexpensive vehicle, you need to place an order for transfer in advance.

If you have a private car for the trip, you can optimally calculate the route from Kerch. From Kerch to Feodosia you need to move along the E97 federal highway. At the village Nasypnoe need to turn on the highway P29. This road will have to move up to Alushta. Next, you need to turn onto the E105 highway and move to Yalta. From here to Ponizovka leads highway H19. The cost of rest in Ponizovka will be cheaper than Yalta, but on average prices are higher than in other villages of the peninsula. Fans of Yalta choose Ponizovka, as numerous excursions leave from here.

Tourists speak positively about catering services in the village. There are modern restaurants, there is even one private brewery. Guests are served dishes of Oriental, European, Asian cuisine. Lunch or dinner at a restaurant will cost 1000 rubles. You can sit well in a cafe for 500 rubles. A complex lunch in the dining room or in the kitchen of the private sector will be served for 150–200 rubles.

Rest in Ponizovka is chosen by both budget tourists and those who are accustomed to fashionable conditions.For example, “Mriya” is advised to those who are accustomed to foreign hotels with high service comfort. Local resorts are located in a quiet and beautiful natural corners. Rest in them is not suitable for those who, in addition to treatment, are still looking for some kind of entertainment. Sanatorium tours are expensive, and for a good place on the beach you need to come early in the morning. Sanatorium vacation can not be called comfortable because of non-professional staff.

Rest in Ponizovka is not recommended for families with small children, as the pebble beaches and the rocky bottom of the shore will not be very comfortable for kids. On the rest in the private sector is also not very flattering reviews. Rest in Ponizovka will be appreciated by those who care for a clean seacoast, peace and quiet. It will be convenient for those who move on their own cars. By transport you can drive up to the shore.

Those who visited Ponizovka on a personal car recommend a place to other tourists with 100% confidence, positively noting the nature, climate, ecology and culture. There are negative reviews, but they are mostly about the insecurity of the beach infrastructure. The climate in Ponizovka is recommended for people with diseases of the pulmonary system. It is similar to the Mediterranean, but differs in moderate humidity. During the peak season, it is hot and dry here, windless, almost always above +30 degrees. The rains are rare, closer to the fall, but usually they are real showers.

Video walk on the beach in Ponizovka see in the next video.