Spring holidays in the Crimea

Summer, of course, is the most suitable season for a holiday on the Crimean peninsula. However, not less attractive and interesting may be for vacationers Crimea in the spring. For an unforgettable trip, it is necessary to study the nuances of weather conditions during this period, as well as the places recommended for visiting with the arrival of the warmer months.

The Crimea peninsula has long become the most popular destination for tourist recreation. It is visited for measured rest with children, as well as for active and extreme travel. therefore the peninsula is in demand almost year-roundIn light of what, besides the hot summer months, Crimea attracts vacationers and tourists even in spring.

Based on the location, spring comes on the peninsula rather early - in particular, at the end of February, the sun begins to warm more actively, the first green is hatching, flowers bloom. March pleases Crimeans and their guests mostly with warm days.

As a rule, the air at this time warms up to more than + 10– + 12 ° С, in some places temperature increases up to + 20 ° С are observed. However, weather conditions still remain unpredictable, especially in the mountainous part and in the west of the peninsula, where it will be colder. March is considered a windy month, and some areas of Crimea are not protected from it by mountains, the southern coast in this case is an exception.

The first weeks of spring can be accompanied by warm days and night frosts, even with some precipitation in the form of snow. That is why the spring will have the opportunity to observe such an unusual phenomenon as green tropical palm trees covered with snow.

But in the most sunny days of the first month of spring you can already sunbathe. In April, the air warms even more, so this period on the peninsula is characterized as the time of violent flowering of flora. Even in mountainous areas, the air temperature in the daytime can be close to + 15 ° С, but with a decrease to + 8– + 10 ° С at night. Frosts are already unlikely, but the tops of the mountains will still be covered with snow.

In May, the closeness of summer is quite clearly seen in the Crimea, rains are extremely rare, warm things that could come in handy in March and April, travelers no longer need. In addition to increasing the degree on thermometers, the number of tourists on the peninsula is also increasing, since May is considered a universal month suitable for mountain holidays, excursions, as well as for opening the beach season.

May is recommended for holidaymakers who are not fans of the heat. During the day, the air temperature can warm up to + 20 ° C or more, but at night it will be even cooler, and in May there are very warm days when the air temperature will be + 30 ° C. As practice shows, the warmest will be the resorts located in the western part of the peninsula, since this zone will be as sunny as possible. In the east, the sun will be less; the temperature there will mostly reach + 18– + 20 ° С.

The entire peninsula can be divided into four main areas that can be visited in early spring. So, tourists can visit the following places:

• eastern part of Crimea;
• West Side;
• South Coast;
• mountain Crimea.

Weather, infrastructure, availability of hotels, the private sector and attractions will be different everywhere, so you should select the travel route based on your personal preferences. The warmest place where the spring begins early is the southern coast.

However, choosing this part of the peninsula, one should be prepared for the fact that it would not be possible to take part in mountain hiking trips here. For a calm and measured pastime, you can choose Sudak, Evpatoria, New World. Admire the blooming tropical vegetation to fully succeed in Alupke, Miskhor, Gurzuf, SimeizBecause in this part are located most of all parks and architectural attractions that have a long history.

For lovers of recreation "savages" on the peninsula will have a chance to relax on the beaches of Generals. Waterfalls deserve special attention in the spring. To enjoy such natural phenomena, it is better to go to the Crimea with the arrival of the calendar spring, because in the summer months the mountain rivers and waterfalls almost dry out. April is considered the best time to visit Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

Most vacationers agree that spring will be the most favorable period to go. in excursion trips to the numerous palaces of the southern coast. At this time, you can enjoy the sights without huge clusters of tourists. And also interesting will be house museums of famous artists and writers.

In Sevastopol, Theodosia and Balaclava, it is recommended to visit the temples and churches. In spring Bakhchisarai will allow to enjoy the cave cities of the most ancient civilizations. As a rule, in May a variety of excursions as well as walks on the seashore will be available to vacationers. In the parks you can observe the flowering of daffodils, snowdrops and hyacinths. In spring, peach, dogwood, and almond blossoms can be seen on bare tree branches.

In early spring, there is high water on the peninsula, so many mountain rivers give rise to a large number of waterfalls. Among the recommended waterfalls to visit a few.

• Uchan-Su. This is the largest waterfall on the peninsula, located in the protected area of ​​Ai-Petri. Streams of water plunge down almost a hundred meters high. You can see it only in spring, because in summer even this giant dries up.
• Waterfall Golovkinskogo. It is located near Alushta, despite its small size - only 12 meters, the waterfall is considered one of the most beautiful places in the Crimea. At the peak of its power and beauty, the waterfall turns out to be exactly in spring.

In addition, such waterfalls as:

• Arpatskie;
• Jur-Jur;
• Su-Uchhan.

A contrast will be a picture of snow-capped mountains against the background of variegated blooming flower beds. On the slopes of the Crimean mountains, there is also a riot of flowering, so nature in the spring on the peninsula is often compared to the beauty of alpine meadows or the cherry blossoms in Japan.

In March, the sea will still be unsuitable for swimming, in addition, there may be storms. However, walks along the embankments and beaches are available all year round. In the spring, when the sun is still not so hot, you can not be afraid to burn, but you will surely get a tan. Going in early spring to the Crimea by car or other means of transport, if you want to plunge into the sea water is to choose a hotel or hotel to stay with a pool, which will be heated sea water. It can be indoor options or located in the open air.

It is interesting and useful to spend time on the peninsula in March and April by visiting a variety of excursions, participating in hikes, trips to reserved places. In late April, when the sun will warm up the land much better, tourists will be able to sunbathe on the beach, fishing is available. This will require finding a place without wind and shade.

For seasoned tourists who prefer early swimming, the sea warms to + 16–17 ° С in May, in the second half the water temperature can reach + 20 ° С, therefore The end of the last month of spring is considered the beginning of the holiday season on the coast. In addition to the beauty of the Crimean landscapes, blooming greenery and waterfalls, tourists in the spring will have the opportunity to have fun. Dolphinariums are available for holidaymakers, and you can also visit wine tastings.

Vineyards in Russia appeared only after the victory in the Russian-Turkish war in the XIX century. It was the climate of the peninsula that prompted Prince Galitsyn to open its own production of wines. Fragments of the buildings of wine cellars, carved directly into the rocks, are preserved in the New World to the present day. The wine cellars of Massandra, due to their size, are listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

In addition, tasting will be offered to true connoisseurs of grape drinks. Having visited the Massandrov enterprise in the spring, it will be possible not only to personally see the world-famous cellars, try the wine, but also learn the history and production technology of these noble drinks. In the New World, you can buy New World champagne, recognized as one of the best in the country. Tasting rooms are in many cities of the peninsula. Tourists will have such an opportunity in Yalta, Sudak, Koktebel and Alushta.

When spring arrives in Crimea, and there is still no sweltering heat, vacationers are invited to visit the Crimean caves discovered by speleologists. Several interesting places are located near Yalta, inside you can admire these stalactites and stalagmites, in addition, naturalists and tourists will be interested in "stone flowers". Such excursions will be of interest not only to adults, but also to families who rest on a peninsula with their children.

The largest cave is Kizil-Koba.It is located near the highway Simferopol-Alushta, near the village Perevalnoe. The cave is a six-story labyrinth, a length of two dozen kilometers. Inside it are waterfalls and lakes. In the caves remains a constant temperature, and the impressions of visiting such creations of nature will remain in memory for a lifetime.

When spring comes to the peninsula, the most amazing place in the resort blooms - Nikitsky Botanical Garden. Despite the fact that it can be visited all year round, it can surprise him with a riot of colors during this period. On the territory of the garden there are several unique collections of plants and crops brought to the Crimea from all over the world. No less fascinating in its beauty will be Flower exhibition in the garden, some seedlings can even be purchased and taken home with you.

It will not be possible to go for mushrooms in the spring, but vacationers can choose trekking walks in April. In early spring, it is recommended to climb Ai-Petri, at this time the flow of people willing will be minimal, so getting to the top by cable car will turn out to be several times faster and without a queue. And also among the attractions of the peninsula, recommended for visiting in the spring, it is worth noting Chufut-Kale in Bakhchisarai.

See whether you can relax in the Crimea in early spring, see the video below.