Village Agria located in the Tuapse district, Krasnodar Territory. The beautiful village of Olginka is 2 km away, and Tuapse is 45 km away. Sanatorium "Agria" was once a great place for a relaxing family vacation.
Unique nature
Agria is a small village. Usually there are few vacationers. But it is distinguished by its unique location. The village is surrounded on all sides by coniferous forests, so the air here is unusually clean. In addition, it offers a bewitching view of Cape Agria. Picturesque cliffs overgrown with vegetation come directly to the water.
The history of the sanatorium
Earlier in this unique by nature locality was the federal-level tuberculosis sanatorium Agria. In 1998, Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 600 “On the saving of public expenditures” entered into force. This jeopardized the continued existence of the institution. The fact is that the deterioration of the sanatorium's buildings at that time was 100%, the structures and utilities had an extremely unsatisfactory condition. Sanatorium "Agria" required major repairs. Further operation of this resort was not possible. However, a complete reconstruction and overhaul required a large number of financial investments, which were not in the budget of the Russian Federation. As a result, it was decided that the institution could not continue to function in the given territory. In 1999, an order was signed to liquidate the sanatorium. All property of the institution, including infrastructure and residential buildings, became the property of the Krasnodar Territory. Sanatorium "Agria" ceased to exist, and in its place the village of the same name was formed, which is currently a great place for a relaxing family vacation.
Climate
The village of the former sanatorium "Agria" is located in a milder climate zone. It is warm throughout the year. Snow falls very rarely. This is due to its special location: the area is protected from the winds by the Caucasus Range. Minus temperature is a rarity for a village, even in winter. And due to the proximity of the Black Sea in the summer heat, relaxing here is comfortable. Autumn is the best time to relax in the village where the Agria sanatorium used to be. Olginka at this time literally comes to life.
sights
The village is located in close proximity to the Agri Nature Reserve. It can be immediately seen on the rocks that cliff vertically into the sea, as well as on piles of boulders. Also attracts tourists Mount Signal. In shape, it looks like an extinct volcano. This is an ideal place for lovers of pristine nature.
The splendor of decoration strikes the church of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Princess Olga, the construction of which was completed in 2006. The temple can be accessed through a curved granite staircase. Massive wooden doors, a rich iconostasis, a font decorated with mosaics, stained-glass windows - all this amazes with its power and grandeur.
The place where the Agria sanatorium was originally located is famous for the beauty of its surroundings. One of the most beautiful places is the Ashe River Valley. There are many legends and traditions about the river itself. At first glance, it is serene and calm, but during a flood period it turns into a seething stream. Traveling in the Ashe Valley can be done in three ways:
- Walking tour. This is pretty tiring.
- On SUVs (UAZ and GAZ). Cars go straight along the riverbed.
- By own car. A new asphalt road has been laid along the river .
Here you can see four excursion objects:
- Psydah Falls, forming three cascades. You can view it from various angles thanks to the wooden viewing platforms. Its total height is 30 meters.
- Shapsug waterfall is higher than Psydakh. Its height is about 50 meters. The stairs are very steep.
- The most mysterious attraction of these places is the Cave of the Witches (House of Spirits). The cave is flooded with water, but excursions continue to be held there. Part of the way you need to go along the water, the bottom is non-slip, since algae does not grow here. Tourists are given high rubber boots. Part of the way you need to travel by boat. Since the water depth in some places is 1.2 meters. The cave has a second exit.
- Suspension bridges on the Asha River. The bridges are quite long, and many tourists do not risk crossing the river. However, they offer beautiful views of the surroundings.
Beaches
The coastline is characterized by a large number of small capes. Nature has created many bays that amaze the imagination. Pebble beaches. The bottom of the sea is rocky. In addition, it is characterized by sharp changes, so swim here should be careful. The beach strip in width in some places is up to 40 meters. Nature created in this place the most interesting natural grottoes. Sanatorium "Agria" many recall with nostalgia, but even today all the surrounding villages are perfect for relaxation. This is a great place for fishing lovers. On the coastal cliffs grows
Pitsunda pine.In the village of Olginka there are also pebble beaches, but the seabed is more even. There is also a small amusement park with many water slides. You can rent any beach equipment, jet skis, catamarans, diving equipment. Beginners can take the help of a diving instructor.
Relaxation
Sanatorium "Agria" at the time received exceptionally positive reviews - in addition to the proximity of the sea, it was a place characterized by a large number of attractions. Although the sanatorium is no longer there, many tourists still like to relax in Olginka. Where else can you go for a walk in the beautifully equipped park areas, walk along the gorge along the local river. For lovers of everything mysterious, you can visit the territory of an abandoned sanatorium. There are both organized and fully equipped beaches, and deserted.
For tourists, bus excursions are provided, where you can get acquainted with the history of these places, visit the conservation area and other attractions of the area.
Children will love water slides and rides. Adults - diving and fishing. There is a diving resort "NemoSapiens" where you can rent snorkeling equipment and take a training course specially designed for beginners. You can also use the services of a qualified instructor.
In general, it makes sense to choose a village for relaxation, in which the Agria sanatorium (Olginka) once worked. Vacation prices here in recent years cannot be called low, although you can always find an acceptable option. In hotels, the cost of living per day varies from 800 to 6000 rubles. In the private sector, you can rent a room or apartment from 500 to 3000 rubles per night. The food here is inexpensive and tasty. The unique mountain-sea air, clear sea, beautiful natural protected landscapes make this place special. Throughout the summer, air temperature is about 28 degrees. Thanks to this, sea water is very warm. In the Tuapse region, a moderate type of climate has developed. The village is a great place to relax from the bustle of the city, strengthen immunity and improve your health.