Rest in the Sea of Azov is a worthy alternative to the Crimean. And the prices here are lower, and the conditions are simpler, although not, perhaps, the infrastructure that the famous peninsula is so proud of. But there is the most important thing that is necessary for a good rest - a rather shallow, warm from May to September, affectionate Sea of Azov. Urzuf is one of the villages near the city of Mariupol, a very popular resort for both Ukrainians and vacationers from neighboring countries, a place where the ecology is clean, where they like to come for a family vacation.
History of the area
The village of Urzuf was founded by the Greeks who came to Azov from the Crimean settlements: Gurzuf, Majar, Kizil-Gashi. At that time, the Sea of Azov was empty and lifeless. The Scythians called this area “Acharyay” (meaning roughly “wild fertility”). And before the arrival of the Greeks, a Cossack winter hut existed in Urzuf. The village has a rich history. For the past hundred years, Urzuf has been called Green, and Gurzuf, and Primorsky. The Greeks of the village continue to observe the most ancient traditions, here you can see a huge number of buildings made in a characteristic style.
Sea of Azov: Urzuf
Due to the remoteness of Urzuf from the production of Mariupol and the protection of the natural fence - the Belosaray Spit, all the beaches and the sea in the area of the village are clean. Holidays in Urzuf (Sea of Azov) are in great demand. The village is not accidentally considered one of the best and affordable resorts in Azov. Summer here is usually quite sunny and hot. The healing saturation of the air by the sea with such elements as ozone, iodine, and bromine necessary for healing favors relaxation and health improvement at the resort. The coastal waters warm up quickly and for a long time, from the middle, or even from the beginning of May, to 20-22 degrees. With pleasure you can swim!
And in August, in this place the Sea of Azov (Urzuf) is just like fresh milk, up to 29 degrees, which is very important for children’s relaxation. This combination of a phenomenal microclimate, warm water, saturated with the maximum amount of sea iodine, creates the conditions for a comfortable stay, recovery, allowing you to get the right boost of energy for the rest of the year. Photos of Urzuf (Sea of Azov) see below.
Recreation centers, health resorts, private apartments
The boarding houses of Urzuf (Sea of Azov), recreation centers, health centers are located very close (20–150 m) from the water, in the coastal zone. In the children's sports and medical camps of the village, more than a thousand children from Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus annually rest. The Azov Sea (Urzuf) welcomes them all warmly. The private sector, as in the good old days, can offer separate rooms and beds. In the village today you can take modern apartments in mini-hotels and hotels, where vacationers are provided with all possible amenities. For those who are very accustomed to comfort, there are also deluxe rooms.
Beaches, recreation area infrastructure
The steep slopes equipped with steps lead to the beaches of Urzuf. Places for swimming comfortable: there are locker rooms, toilets, awnings, trash cans. Urzuf is famous for the cleanest, widest (about 40 meters) golden sandy beach with a small amount of shells. There is a quiet sea, and from the cliff - a great view of the entire beach for many kilometers in both directions. On the beach shore - traditional attractions: "hill", "banana", "scooter". There are pedal boats. Extreme sports enthusiasts can scuba dive or attend diving classes.
Family holidays with children in Urzuf are also very popular. Shallow and clear water, as already mentioned, quickly warms up. Satisfied babies sit for hours in the sea and fumble in the warm sand, while being healed and tempered. For a week on the beach near the sea, your child’s immunity is strengthened for a long time.
Available entertainment
In the center of the village is Luna Park, where there are many modern and exciting attractions that delight with a variety of both children and adult visitors. On the Ferris wheel you can enjoy magnificent views and capture them (photos and videos). Those who love sports can go karting. In addition, there is a disco and a cinema, an Internet cafe, billiards, a hookah bar. Those wishing to go on an excursion to the Berdyansk Dolphinarium and water park daily gather on the market square.
Food and Products
After arriving in Urzuf, it seems that they were waiting for you here. The village has well-developed food markets, which always offer fresh seafood, fish, various fruits, vegetables, watermelons, melons, homemade dairy products. An alternative to meals in a boarding house (for those who are unaccustomed to "table" food) are numerous cafes of Greek, Ukrainian, Uzbek and Korean cuisines.
Fishing as a type of outdoor activity
You can not miss out on fishing! For many representatives of the strong half of humanity, this is a real pleasure and sport at the same time. Catching a dozen copies - that's good luck! A hundred is generally a pleasure for any fisherman. And here, in Urzuf, fish is abundant: you can not only buy it, but also catch it. Fishing here is very popular as a form of recreation. For relatively small funds, it is easy to rent a boat from local residents and, if you did not bring along, tackle. Bearing, flounder, goby, ram are caught in the Sea of Azov.
So come to the Sea of Azov. Urzuf is waiting for you! Unforgettable pleasant impressions of rest are guaranteed. In addition, here you can well and inexpensively improve your health and fishing.