Abkhazia is a country where you can have a good rest with your whole family, without spending a lot of money, but seeing beautiful landscapes, mountains and lakes, as well as historical places that the inhabitants of this small country are so proud of.
Abkhazia: nature, attractions
For Russian tourists, Abkhazia is a great place for a vacation. You don’t need to apply for a visa, exchange rubles for currency and collect a large package of documents, and almost all residents speak Russian and are always glad to see guests. In Abkhazia, you can stay in one of the cities and rent a room in a hotel or make a choice in favor of a room with local residents, moreover, it will be cheaper.
The nature of Abkhazia is unique in its own way, and you can spend your entire vacation studying it or staying in a resort town and enjoy local attractions. You can make a list of the places you want to see in advance and take a trip around the country in your car.
Favorite cities in Abkhazia
The nature of Abkhazia is what many tourists come here for. Everyone wants to see the famous Ritsa Lake, Man's Tears Waterfall, Orto Balagan Valley and much more. But someone comes here to see beautiful resort cities where you can stay and spend all your time relaxing.
Many have heard about the capital, Sukhumi, many dream of relaxing in Gagra, a city founded by the ancient Greeks and divided by the river Tsykherva, or heading to the city of Pitsunda, which gradually grew after the construction of the fortress with towers.
Sukhumi - the capital of Abkhazia
Many tourists come to rest in Sukhumi, a city that was built in the 6th century, was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Today it is a resort city where people come to relax physically, enjoying beautiful views, and culturally, visiting various historical places.
Here you can relax with both children and with friends. With children, you can go to the city beaches, pebble and sand, visit the monkey nursery, as well as the amusement park and in the evening walk along the Dioskurov embankment, seeing the Dioskuria fortress and other historical places.
Nature of Abkhazia: New Athos
A popular place among vacationers, in addition to the cities of Sukhumi and Gagra, is New Athos. It is located next to the mountains, and the history of its creation goes back to the 3rd century. Now this modern city, preserving the spirit of antiquity, receives many tourists every year, offering hotels and clean beaches for recreation.
One of the most beautiful places and the main attraction is the Simono-Kananitsky monastery, built under Alexander III.
New Athos is located at the foot of the mountains, and the nature of Abkhazia is presented in all its glory. In the bowels of the Iverskaya Mountain you can see one of the most famous caves - Novoafonskaya, which has several rooms, some of them conduct excursions. It is worth knowing that even in the hottest time of the year the temperature in the cave does not rise above +11.
You can also see in this city the Panteleimon Cathedral, the church of the Holy Apostle Simon Kananit, Stalin's cottage, a seaside park and much more.
Places to visit
First of all, rest in Abkhazia is nature with its lakes, mountains and rivers, which can be seen almost everywhere. But it is especially worth paying attention to the following places:
- Amtkel Lake is located in the mountains and is striking in its beauty. Here you can see the mountain trout that lives in this pond, as well as exotic trees and plants growing near the lake.
- Shakuran Falls - before you see it, you have to walk some distance, and you need to be prepared for this. Physically weak people should not go along mountain trails to such a remote place, overgrown with grass.
- Thermal springs - all tourists are advised to visit the mud bath, which is located in the village of Primorsky. Here you can stay for several days to undergo a short course of treatment, or come once to swim in the springs.
- Yupshar Canyon - in order to see this wonderful place, you will need to walk many kilometers on foot, but at the end of the trip remain satisfied when you see such a beautiful place. The canyon has an interesting name - Stone bag, because in its shape it resembles a bag, and the place where the canyon is only 20 meters wide and the rocks rise is called Stone Gate.
It is difficult to say where the nature in Abkhazia is more beautiful - in the north, in the south or in the east. Everywhere it is unique in its own way, and traveling around the country, you can see many wonderful places.
Historical monuments away from civilization
Abkhazia is a hospitable country with beautiful nature and ancient history. You can travel on it yourself, constantly meeting the sights that are "hidden" among the mountains, trees and shrubs. About such places you need to know in advance and make a route to see them.
Fortresses of Abkhazia. The remains of one of them are located near New Athos on Iverskaya Mountain, and it is called Anacopia. More than 1500 years ago it was the capital of Abkhazia, which was defended from enemies by erected walls.
The mountain monastery Kaman is a very beautiful and ancient monastery, the second largest among the existing temples in Abkhazia.
Oldenburg Castle is located near the city of Gagra, built by a relative of Nicholas I. Today you can see it only from the outside, inside it has fallen into disrepair and needs restoration.
The Besletian bridge was built sometime in the 10th century as a strategic object for defense against enemies - across the Basla River. Today it is a monument dedicated to the builders of medieval Abkhazia.
The nature of Abkhazia is unique, but no less unique are the sights that can be seen everywhere not only in cities, but also where you do not expect this at all, going on a hike through forests and mountains.
Rest in Abkhazia: opinions of vacationers
Every tourist who has ever rested in Abkhazia speaks about this place only positively. The rest here is calm, safe and very interesting. Regardless of whether it takes place in the city or in nature, only the best impressions will remain.
You can come here with the company and with the children and pick up those excursions that are most suitable. Perhaps you should not go hiking with your children, but you can take a transport to a beautiful place where an additional excursion will be held. And the question of where is the most beautiful nature in Abkhazia, vacationers will not give a definite answer, since everyone has their favorite corner in this sunny country.
You can relax in one of the cities or go to a sanatorium where you can undergo treatment or just strengthen your body.