Not all of us have heard of such an amazing village as Dzhubga. Sights of this city, unfortunately, are not included in the list of the most visited places in our country.
And, I must say, completely in vain, because this resort, in addition to a unique and healing climate, actually boasts an exciting history of origin, mysterious legends and unusual objects that attract the attention of travelers not only in our country but also abroad.
This article will tell you in detail about the village of Dzhubga, the sights and entertainments of which cannot but become the object of close attention from future travelers. In addition, the reader will receive valuable information about the geography, climate, history, legends and interesting places of the resort.
general information
It is Dzhubga, whose attractions are generally modest and at first glance inconspicuous, the first to meet guests on the Moscow highway on the way to the main resorts of the Krasnodar Territory.
The village is located in the Tuapse district, about 60 km from Tuapse and 110 km from Krasnodar. The urban settlement, which is part of the recreation area, is the resort village closest to the regional center on the coast.
Here, locals and citizens like to spend their weekends, as well as many tourists who are attracted by the natural landscapes of Dzhubga, mild climate, warm sea and spacious beaches.
Geography and climate
The universal map of Dzhubga (with sights and access roads) shows that the settlement is located at the mouth of the river of the same name on the shores of the Black Sea Bay, surrounded by mixed forests.
From Krasnodar to the village there are highways (M4 and M27), both with a length of about 110 km each. The path passes through Adygeisk, Goryachiy Klyuch and the Caucasus passes.
It should be noted that the beaches in the resort are sandy and sandy-pebble. All of them are quite wide, therefore it is convenient to rest on them even by large companies.
The climate is subtropical, Mediterranean type. The summer is dry and hot, and the winter is warm and humid.
As a rule, tourists who go on vacation to the village of Dzhubga are not interested in sights more than the presence of campsites and caravans.
According to many travelers, the ideal location for motorists is Zarya, which offers summer houses and buildings with 700 beds (425 in winter).
Here, on the coast, also boarding house "Dzhubga", which has its own equipped beach.
How to get to the resort
There is no railway connection in Dzhubga, and the nearest airport is located in Krasnodar. Regular buses run from the Krasnodar-1 bus station, located next to the railway station, to the village. The journey takes about 2.5 hours. Ticket price depends on the route (100-150 rubles).
From other cities (Tuapse, Goryachie Klyuchi, Rostov, Sochi, etc.) direct bus routes run. Shuttle taxis also depart from Krasnodar, Tuapse and Goryachie Klyuchi (the tariffs practically do not differ from bus routes).
It is best to get to Dzhubgu by personal transport, which is convenient to go to beaches and bays. The quality of the roads is good, and the track is easy to navigate. Only during the season, it is necessary to clarify in advance the availability of parking near the housing, since at this time there are a lot of cars at the resort.
Village History
Talking about interesting places in Russia, one cannot but mention the village of Dzhubga. Sights, excursions and trips around this city are somehow connected with its history.
And the name of the settlement itself came from antiquity, in translation from the Adyghe language it means “valley of the winds”. Although there are other translations: “flat place”, “a place where fog spreads” and even “night beauty”.
The village of Dzhubga was founded at the mouth of the river in 1864, after the eviction of the indigenous inhabitants - Shapsugs. The village was the headquarters of the Shapsug coastal battalion.
Initially, about 360 people lived here (65 families). Now in these places is the micro-district Stanichka. After the liquidation of the battalion in 1870, the settlement was renamed the village of Dzhubga, which later became a village.
By 1905, the village consisted of 74 yards of Russian peasants. The main impetus for the development of the village was the construction of the port of the Crimean-Caucasian shipping company. In the settlement appeared customs, post office, telegraph and visiting summer residents.
In 1935, a rest house was opened in Dzhubga. At the same time, a park was founded that adorns the village today. And in 1966, the village was given the status of a resort village.
The coast of Dzhubga is located between Cape Shapsuho and the town of Hedgehog, which, according to the plan, actually looks like a prickly animal.
Inal Bay itself got its name in honor of the first Christian preacher, who appeared on the Black Sea coast in the 5th century . Little is known about his fate.
Features of local hotels
The choice of housing for vacationers is quite diverse: from the private sector to ordinary hotels and guest houses. The difference in price depends primarily on the level of service and equipment provided.
The private sector and hotels can be located at a distance of 300 m to 3 km from the sea. Accommodation near the sea should be booked in advance.
Choosing a place to stay, do not rush to pay. It is better to look around the rooms or read reviews and photos. Low-cost housing options can be found off the coast. But here there are advantages: silence, clean air and low prices.
What to see in Dzhubga? The city's attractions
It should be noted that the village is famous more for its natural beauties than architecture, monuments and museums. Numerous travelers come here just to enjoy the silence, the birdsong and the deserted coast.
True, the resort has its own water park with many different water attractions for adults and children. The entertainment complex of the same name with an area of ​​20 hectares is located in the open air. The water park is open from 10 am to midnight, in the evening, youth foam discos are often held here. Due to the heat during the day, the price of tickets from 14.00 to 19.00 is slightly cheaper than in the morning. However, one cannot but pay attention to the fact that in the cold season the water park does not work.
In summer, on the local beaches at night, youth activities are held.
In the vicinity of the village you can see the ancient dolmen, about which many legends and mystical stories have been circulating for a long time.
Active travelers are recommended to make an excursion to Colonel's waterfalls, to a dry beam or to the Guam gorge . However, the organizers warn that comfortable shoes and sportswear should be taken care of in advance.
From the top of Mount Hedgehog, a picturesque panorama of the coast opens. Here, at any time of the year, you can see romantic tourists and photographers hunting for stunning pictures with sunset or sunrise views.
In addition, the sights of Dzhubga, photos of which can be found in the guides of the region, can not be imagined without the Museum of Wooden Sculpture, which contains carvings made of natural material by the local craftsman A. Gzheljaka. The exhibition is called "Fads of the Forest."
The beautiful legend of Dzhubga
There is a sad legend about the name of the Dzhubga River. In ancient times, a noble Shapsug lived in these parts, having a beautiful daughter, Dzhubgu. The father allowed the girl to walk in the garden only at night, so that no man could see her dazzling beauty. Many wooed her, but his father refused to all the suitors. Once a young man sneaked into the garden and stole a beauty. A loving couple hid in the mountains. But the father tracked them down and killed her husband, and Dzhubgu was forcibly taken away. Heartbroken "night beauty" threw herself from a cliff into the river, which began to be called her name.
According to an old legend, the village of Dzhubga, whose sights are now known far beyond the borders of the region, arose after the armistice of the warring Adyghe tribes. In honor of this, a feast was organized at which the elder broke a jug for happiness. By his decree, a village called Bzhid ("broken vessel") appeared on this spot.