Ukraine is famous not only for relaxing by the sea, but also for its beautiful, picturesque mountains - the Carpathians. This mountainous region has long attracted the attention of tourists with its mystery, some mysticism, color and healing properties of mineral waters and coniferous air. There are many historical monuments represented by castles, fortresses, wooden structures.
What is the difference between the Carpathian region?
Various entertainment and health centers are concentrated here. Nature itself contributes to improving the health and well-being of all those who decide to live a little in the Carpathian region. The richness of this region lies in the picturesque romantic nature and healing springs. For the convenient combination of entertainment and recreation in the Carpathian and Transcarpathia developed tourism infrastructure. Ski resorts, motels, excursion tourism are in great demand. It is very interesting to live, communicate and be treated here, the main thing is not to mix up the cities of sanatoriums. The fact is that one name of the sanatorium can be found in different areas and cities of Western Ukraine. So, for example, the Karpaty sanatorium in the Carpathians is found several times: in Truskavets, Mukachevo and other settlements in this region.
General characteristics of the Carpathian region
If you want to go on vacation or recreation in Western Ukraine, you need to know how the Transcarpathian region and the Carpathian region differ.
Carpathians are several settlements located right at the foot of the Carpathians. The most popular resort town is Truskavets. There are such recreation and health centers as the sanatorium "Carpathians", "Amber", "Chale Grail" and others. The main healing factor in this area is mineral water, in particular, "Naftusya", "Maria", "Sofia". They differ in their chemical composition, but are very useful for everyone, without exception, and are shown to both elderly and young children - the difference is only in the temperature of the water and its amount. In the towns and villages of the Carpathian region, in addition to clean air and healing water, you can get aesthetic pleasure. There is a forest and mountains, there is a mild climate and high humidity, which allows you not to languish in the heat in summer and not to freeze in winter.
Description of the features of Transcarpathia
In turn, Transcarpathia is also famous for the presence of healthy and healing mineral waters, salt mines, muds that contribute to healthy skin, and clean, fresh air. Mineral water here differs in composition from the waters of the Carpathian region. It is in this region of the country that water is produced according to the type of well-known healing fluid Essentuki-17.
The cleanliness and freshness of the air gives a large number of conifers growing in these places. Knowing the difference between the natural resources of these two regions, you can choose a suitable health-improving complex, because the Carpathian sanatoriums are also very famous outside Ukraine, the reviews about them are always positive.
Variety of mineral waters
The mountains in Western Ukraine attract not only athletes and romantics, but also people with various diseases. This region of the country is popular because there are many mineral waters of different composition. Let us describe them in more detail:
- The famous water "Naftusya" has been healing people for a very long time. It includes a large number of organic substances, which is what makes it possible to use it for various diseases that are not related to each other. In large quantities, it contains such trace elements as iron, iodine, copper, bromine, lithium, manganese, and lead. It has a slight smell of oil and hydrogen sulfide. Especially beneficial "Naftusya" affects the digestive and endocrine system, well restores the immune system. Sanatorium "Karpaty" (Truskavets) has its own water supply for this liquid, while it is brought to other sanatoriums.
- "Sofia" and "Maria" contain a little less trace elements, and are used for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
- "Bronislava" perfectly neutralizes the inflammatory process, especially useful for acute respiratory infections, laryngitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis and other similar diseases.
- "Yuzya" due to the glycerol content actively restores the skin.
- “Luzhanskaya”, “Polyana Kupel”, “Kvasova Polyana”, “Shayanskaya” contain boron and fluorine, are analogues of “Borjomi” and “Essentuki-17”.
- “Borzhavskaya” and “Kushnitskaya” are calcium-sodium, low-saline hydrocarbonate waters. Perfectly affect the nervous system.
Sanatorium "Carpathians", Transcarpathia
This sanatorium, like many others, consists of several buildings. Here are presented a choice of tourists with different equipment and spaciousness rooms: single, double, junior suite and suite. Sanatorium "Karpaty" (Mukachevo district) is located in the small village of Chenadievo. A distinctive feature of this recreation complex is a historical memorial, located directly on the territory of the sanatorium. This is a palace owned by the Austrian Count Friedrich Schönborn. Around the building there is a park-dendarium, in which about 400 species of plants grow.
Another highlight of the sanatorium is the lake. Due to such a saturated landscape, the air in this area has an increased concentration of volatile and air ions, which in a remarkable way contributes to the improvement and improvement of human immunity. In addition to such useful air, there are also famous mineral waters, which form the basis of treatment in this sanatorium.
Rest in the sanatorium "Karpaty" will be remembered for a lifetime, because, in addition to the stunning nature, the healing effect of water and air, here you can work out in the gym, swim in the pool, steam in the sauna, go skiing, and also visit the movie and concert hall .
Sanatorium "Carpathians" Mukachevo has a beautifully composed menu. The key to good health is proper nutrition. Here, each food component is checked by staff doctors for compliance with the standards necessary for a person. In the medical base of the sanatorium there is a pump room of mineral water, a hydropathic center, a source of Beauty, a dental office. You can also visit the gym of physical therapy, massage rooms, reflexology, aerosolariy and ozokerite health center. The resort also has a diagnostic center. The main directions of the complex are the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular, endocrine, nervous systems, musculoskeletal system, as well as the rehabilitation of pregnant women.
"Carpathians" in Yaremche
Interesting in its location is the city of Yaremcha. Sanatorium "Carpathians" is the best suited in its name to this village, since the town is located directly in the mountains. This is one of the most picturesque corners of the country - the hollow of the Gorgan massif is surrounded by emerald forests, beautiful slopes, on which medicinal odorous herbs grow. Here, we can say the cleanest air of the whole region: mountain rivers, grasses and forests combine a pleasant atmosphere and air filled with oxygen. In the heart of the Carpathians, rest at all times of the year will be unforgettable, and weather conditions will contribute to this.
Sanatorium "Carpathians" in the Carpathians is very popular. Here, various body systems are treated. For this purpose, traditional and latest methods are used, for example, underwater massage, therapeutic baths, a solarium, saunas, and a gym. In addition to the full range of medical procedures, conference rooms are equipped here for the full work of teams.
At a high level in the sanatorium organized meals. Here you will be offered various dishes of many cuisines of the world, set lunches, buffet tables. A family recreation is provided in the medical and health center, therefore there is a cinema hall, a mini water park, sports equipment for practicing various sports. This sanatorium is a wonderful place for relaxation, recreation and various events.
Sanatorium "Carpathians" in Truskavets
A distinctive feature of this sanatorium is high service and focus on family vacations and wellness. It has everything that is necessary for the carefree and active life of many families. It is not even necessary to say that there is clean air and an abundance of useful trace elements in mineral waters, since this mere mention of Truskavets implies.
The sanatorium itself is located in a quiet cozy corner of the city on the lake, next to the forest. Here they are very attentive to all residents. Sanatorium "Karpaty" is very convenient for young families with small children: there is a pharmacy, an ATM, a children's room with carers, a children's pool and playground, 24-hour parking, shops and so on.
The sanatorium has a powerful diagnostic and treatment base. Here all the cabinets and equipment are the most modern, an anonymous laboratory operates in the territory to determine various diseases of the genitourinary system, bacteriological diseases in the body. Treatment and diagnosis are at a high level, and the procedures are aimed at restoring the organs of all systems of the human body. It is important to note that each room of the sanatorium is equipped with a separate bathroom, regardless of room category. In addition, the room has a refrigerator, telephone, TV, small safe, Wi-Fi.
Sanatorium Diet Table
As already mentioned, each of the sanatoriums has its own nutrition program, depending on the direction of treatment in the institution. Sanatoriums "Karpaty" in Truskavets, in Yaremche and in the Mukachevo district are also no exception. Where the main emphasis is on the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract and organs of the abdominal cavity, a special diet is prescribed, for example, the denial of acute, fatty and salty. If the emphasis is on the restoration of the endocrine system, in particular the treatment of diabetes, then unacceptable buns, fruits and other products containing sugars. Each resort has its own menu.
Prices for holidays in the "Carpathians"
Accommodation in sanatoriums differs in price depending on the number of people living in the room, equipment and comfort of the room, food program (how many times a day) and infrastructure. This is an internal price distribution. Also, inflation and the exchange rate at a particular time affect pricing.
It should be noted that the Karpaty sanatoriums, whose prices do not differ much from each other, are located in the mid-price segment, which makes them affordable for different segments of the population. The exact prices per day at any time of the year can be found on special sites.
Are there any discounts?
In recent years, social programs have been provided for various families. For example, in the Carpathians of Truskavets children under 4 years old can stay free of charge, and children 4-10 years old will receive a 50% discount on accommodation. In addition, many other motels have seasonal discounts.
What do you need to bring with you?
As with any trip, you need to approach the settlement in a sanatorium seriously and responsibly. In addition to other things: clothes, shoes, personal hygiene products and childcare, it is important that all documents are available. It:
- passport;
- voucher;
- sanatorium-resort card (for a period not exceeding 2 months);
- birth certificate of a child;
- certificates of the child about the epidemiological environment and vaccinations.
The need for infrastructure in the sanatorium
If you go to rest and be treated alone, you need to pay attention to the presence in the sanatorium of such recreational activities and activities as skiing, billiards, a gym, as well as providing wireless Internet, etc. If the family visits the sanatorium, then it matters and the area around the building: rooms, playgrounds, cinemas and much more. The infrastructure in the sanatorium is important because no one will eat, sleep and be treated around the clock, and rest should be vivid and memorable for a long time.