List of the best waterfalls of Crimea

Many people do not suspect that in the Crimea, in addition to the seas and the warm climate, there is another attraction - waterfalls. This is understandable, because most of them appear from time to time.

The Crimean mountains do not have glaciers and therefore there is nothing to feed them on a permanent basis. They become full-flowing only during the period of spring thawing of snow. And it lasts only two or three weeks. Then they dry up and disappear for a while.

Because of this feature, many vacationers and do not know about their existence. It is noteworthy that each waterfall has its own life span. However, not all of them dry up and appear from time to time. There are also constants, such as Jur-Jur - the deepest waterfall of the peninsula or one of the highest (98 meters) - Su-Uchkhan.

Geographically most famous waterfall Jur-Jur located in the gorge Hapkhal, in the mountain ranges of the Alushta region, near the village Generalskoye. Its height reaches 15 meters, width - 5 meters. A large number of streams uninterruptedly provide it with fresh water all year round. This makes it possible to supply a third of the inhabitants of the peninsula with fresh water all year round. Water temperature does not exceed +7 degrees Celsius.

The name of the waterfall is translated as "the murmur of running water." And indeed, he does not rumble, like most of his "brothers." Its waters gently descend over the mountainous terrain.

At the foot of the waterfall formed five baths. Each bowl, according to an ancient legend, has the name and mission.

• Bath of Youth allowed everyone who bathed in its waters to rejuvenate their body and body. According to ancient legends, anyone who bathed in it, felt awake, fit and felt a surge of vitality.
• Health Bath She carried in her waters positive energy for everyone who plunged into it. Belief in the healing properties of water was so great that people came here with severe illnesses in the hope of healing.
• The third is the bath of love. Any visitor can, if desired, bathe in it and in the near future find his true only love. Even those who have already found their soul mate, washed by the waters of the Bath of Love together, in order to strengthen their love even more firmly.
• The fourth is the bath of Joy. All who wanted to improve their mood, had to enter the bowl with ice water. Getting out of the cold water, everyone felt indescribable delight.
• Fifth - Happiness Bath. If someone is looking for happiness in his life, then by all means should plunge into this bath. After washing in it, something very good must happen. Let not immediately, then, but it will happen. There is, however, one condition - we must believe in it.

Highest waterfall Su-Uchhan It is located near Yalta, at a distance of 8 km in the direction of Bakhchisarai. Its name translates as “flying water”. But this name suits him when he is full-flowing.

In the spring, in the process of melting snow, the waterfall reaches its peak, becomes stormy and roaring. In summer, it calms down and is just a few streams. If the summer was hot, then it dries up. In winter, in the bitter Crimean frost, it freezes and becomes like a giant icicle.

Arpatsky waterfalls located on the border of two districts - Alushta and Belogorsk - at approximately the same distance (about 60 kilometers) from the district centers. At its core, this is a single waterfall that cascades over into many small waterfalls.

For many centuries, the water has made several baths of stone. One of them is called Love bath. The water in it boils like a jacuzzi, reminding lovers how their feelings and passion are boiling. According to ancient belief, if a loving couple swims in this bowl, then soon they will certainly become parents. If you want to make sure of this, come to Arpatsky waterfalls.

One of the most picturesque waterfalls of Temiar is called Diana's font. It is located in the gorge Temiar. This is one of the most romantic places in Crimea. Water rushes down from the mountain ledges into a large stone bath (font) formed over the centuries. According to an ancient legend, any woman, having bathed in Diana’s font, will become younger and more beautiful than she was.

Just for the sake of it is worth going to the waterfall and making sure that the legend is true.

Astonishing waterfall geyser located on the river Alaka. The stormy waters of this waterfall, falling from the height of the mountains, hit multiple ledges and foam like splashes of a geyser. This was the reason for the name of this waterfall.

For many years, the protrusions pobtesilis, but the name of the waterfall has not changed. In winter, the waterfall freezes and becomes like frozen frost or beard of Santa Claus. Amazing sight.

The most mysterious and remote waterfall - Golovkinskogo waterfall is located in the Alushta region. He was named so in honor of his discoverer Nikolai Aleksandrovich Golovkinsky. According to local residents, the place where this waterfall is located is called Yaman-Dere and is translated as “unkind gully”. For this reason, the waterfall was unknown for a long time, since none of the locals risked going to the “unkind ravine”.

The waterfall itself is located in a remote mountainous area. It has 8 thresholds. At the highest threshold at a height of 12 meters, the waterfall is divided into 2 streams. The water of these two streams with a crash falls on the other rapids, delighting visitors of the waterfall, regardless of age.

Jurla Falls located in Alushta district near the village of Lavanda. Its name translates as “running water”, which corresponds to reality. The water rushes down from an 8-meter height and, overcoming numerous rapids, reaches its bath. In the summer, the waterfall is completely dry, so you can only admire it in the spring.

Bosa Falls - the most visited waterfall of Crimea, as it is located in an easily accessible place on the Bosa River. In addition, it has the perfect architecture of a classic waterfall. Water from five meters in a tumultuous cascade falls, forming a crystal flower above the bowl, and quietly flows out of it, rushing down the steps.

Three Stage Baga Falls located in the Baidar Valley, near the village Novobobrovka. The waterfall itself is located in the narrow gorge between the rocks, which makes access to it difficult, especially in spring. But all efforts will be rewarded by the beautiful spectacle of the waterfall, winding in three cascades.

In the Sudak district near the village of Lesnoe the most picturesque place of the Crimea is located - Waterfall Forest Fairy. The whole territory is covered with virgin deciduous forests, in the center of which this miracle is located. This circumstance makes it an inaccessible place.

In a modest forest ravine lurked a 2-cascade waterfall with a barely audible sound of water. Calm and surprisingly beautiful, he really does not look like a fairy in his long evening white dress, which determined his name. The height of the waterfall is 9 meters, width - 4 meters.

Impassable deciduous forests impede the path to this place, but, having overcome them and going out to an inconspicuous ravine, you can enjoy the pristine beauty of the wildlife of the Crimea.

Waterfalls gorge Luke located among the rocks in the area of ​​Yalta. There are no hiking trails. Only those who have at least basic training in mountaineering can overcome this path. If you want to see these places, take an experienced instructor guide with you.

On both sides of the waterfall is surrounded by rocky steep slopes. The bottom is littered with stones and crossed by many ledges of different sizes. The spectacle is not for the faint of heart, but the views of wild mountain nature are worth it. Dcivilizations have hardly touched these places therefore, it is not necessary to rely on any paths.

The waterfall itself makes its way between the rocks and rushes down from two ledges with a crash. The echo only enhances the sound sensations, giving the picture of nature a lively intonation.

Despite the large variety of waterfalls in the Crimea, few can boast of scenic spots. But there are corners of the Crimean nature, seeing that you leave them in memory for life. One of these places is Uskutsky waterfalllocated near the village of Krasnoselovka in a remote mountainous place.

Many who have been here note the difficulty of the route, but, having seen the virgin nature and beauty of these places, they are ready to go all the way again. Here you will not find any parking areas, places to sleep - all this is missing because of inaccessibility.

These places are quite often visited by history buffs and search teams. Here in the years of the Great Patriotic War an active partisan war was going on. Until now, trackers find echoes of past battles.

It is better to plan a trip to these places in spring for at least two days. Although Uskutsky waterfall and refers to the full-flowing, but in the spring it appears most clearly in front of visitors. In two days with an overnight stay, you can have time to admire the local nature and relax after a difficult road, as well as gain strength for the way back.

Another sample of the unique beauty of the Crimea - Suatkan waterfall. It is located in the Bakhchsarai district near the village of Rich Gorge. Its height reaches 13 meters. Overcoming a multitude of ledges, he pours his waters into a small lake surrounded by a grove of relict trees - evergreen berry yews. This is a very ancient plant and it is preserved only in such secluded places.

Cheremisovskiye waterfalls in the Belogorsk district are located near the village of Povorotnoye. Flow through the Small Crimean canyon. They belong, like most of the Crimean waterfalls, to seasonal, so you need to admire them in spring or autumn during the rainy season.

The place around the waterfall is equipped. Fences and railings are installed on hazardous areas. Anyone wishing to admire the beauty of these places will be able to do it without much difficulty and restrictions.

Spring waterfall located near the village of Sokolinoye Bakhchsarai district. Its name speaks for itself. It is in spring that it becomes full-flowing and can be seen even from the village. The second name it takes from the mountain range, through which it flows. In some sources it is referred to as Boykinsky.

At the very top, it is divided into two equal flows. Their waters are like a race rush down into a deep bowl. Rock vegetation along the waterfall only enhances the impression of the beauty of these places.

In the Dead Gorge is located a small Waterfall Green Moss. Its structure is very simple, the water rolls down from a 5-meter height on the rocks covered with moss. This area is fully equipped for visitors.

The only reason not to see this waterfall is seasonality. The fullness of the waterfall is highly dependent on weather conditions.It can exist only a few days a year.

To answer this question, you need to decide what you want to get from rest in the Crimea. If you see the wild corners of nature with rare plants and pristine beauty, then you should go for seasonal waterfalls. If you just admire the beauty of nature without spending energy on the road and overcoming the route, then go to the deep waterfalls, equipped with all the amenities for tourists.

For lovers of outdoor activities and thrills, hard-to-reach waterfalls in the mountain range of Crimea are suitable. Having overcome all the difficulties of the route, you will be rewarded with primitive nature in all its glory.

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