If you are planning a vacation to the Crimea, you need to solve only one problem: what type of vacation to choose or how to make it all at once for a short vacation? Beach vacations, exciting excursions, sea walks, tourist routes, night clubs and discos, water parks, dolphinariums and entertainment centers await guests on the sunny peninsula of Crimea.
Crimea - peninsula resort
Since Soviet times, Russians have enjoyed spending their holidays on the shores of their native Black Sea. Crimea in this sense has become a legend. It is enough to recall how many domestic feature films were shot on the Black Sea coast to understand how Crimea was popular. A unique geographical location, incredible beauty and diversity of nature, gentle sea and healing air - these are the features that distinguish this peninsula with ancient history. In Crimea, there are a lot of places worthy of the attention of travelers and a separate description. The peninsula itself can be divided into resorts of the Eastern, Western, Central and Southern Crimea.
Of course, the resorts of the South Coast have always enjoyed special popularity. This is primarily the bright and noisy Yalta. In the vicinity of the main city of the South Coast there are a large number of small charming resort towns worthy of no less attention. For example, Simeiz in Crimea, reviews of which cause a desire to hide here from the city bustle and enjoy an unhurried vacation.
History of Simeiz
The history of Simeiz has very deep roots, it goes back to the sites of ancient people in these places. Taurus built their houses in the fertile land, the Byzantines built monasteries, and the Genoese built fortifications. Simeiz at different times belonged to the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean Khanate. In the 18th century, Crimea became part of the Russian Empire.
The story of Simeiz as a resort town began with the construction of his estate in this place by the industrialist Ivan Maltsov. Part of the land was sold to them for the construction of cottages and villas, which led to the emergence of the resort of New Simeiz in the early 20th century. The resort quickly became fashionable and frequently visited by the Russian elite. Simeiz even honored the visit of Emperor Nicholas II with his family.
With the advent of Soviet power, the development of the resort as an all-Union health resort continued. Sanatoriums specializing in the treatment of respiratory organs were actively opened. During the fascist occupation of Crimea during the Great Patriotic War, many residents of Simeiz heroically died participating in the liberation partisan movement. After the war, the resort received a new impetus for development. Old health resorts were restored, new sanatoriums and boarding houses were built. In the context of perestroika, in the early 90s, the village experienced a period of decline and neglect. Currently, Simeiz returns to its former glory.
What is Simeiz famous for now
An interesting fact in the history of the village is its scientific significance. A large number of clear days in the year and convenient natural conditions made it possible to place scientific objects studying outer space in Simeiz. This is an experimental satellite tracking satellite and the famous parabolic antenna, which in 1959 was the first to receive images from the other side of the moon. The Department of the Marine Hydrological Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Department of Radio Astronomy of the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory are also located here .
Simeiz is also famous for a large number of famous people who have visited these places. Thanks to the incredible beauty of nature, charming architecture and healing climate, the small southern village attracted many great people. There were A. S. Griboedov, I. A. Bunin, A. I. Kuprin, A. M. Gorky. Writers, poets, composers not only loved these places, but also often mentioned the local beauty in their works.
The village is also famous for the freedom of customs prevailing on its territory. Back in the 50s there was a popular nudist beach in Simeiz, which was bold for the Soviet Crimea. And in the 90s, the village was chosen by representatives of non-traditional sexual orientation.
Location features and climate
Simeiz has become a popular destination for relaxation and treatment, largely due to its geographical location. The village is surrounded by picturesque mountains with romantic names and their own history: Cat, Diva, Swan Wing, Panea. Unique is the flora of these places. Cypress trees, Himalayan cedars, Italian pine, olive trees, an incredible amount of flowers and herbs. In the reviews of the town of Simeiz in the Crimea, tourists say that it breathes well, the air is literally filled with volatile. A feature of Simeiz is that here the Mediterranean climate moves to a subtropical one, creating a unique, moderately humid and warm local climate. There are many sunny days, long summers and mild winters. In summer, the average air temperature is +25 degrees Celsius, in winter +4.5 degrees. Simeiz is sheltered from the winds and cold on the one hand by the mountains, on the other - by the warm sea. The local climate has very valuable healing properties.
Sanatoriums
The health value of the village of Simeiz in Crimea is huge, the reviews of vacationers contain a lot of information about the local sanatoriums. For example, the sanatoriums "Simeiz", "Red Lighthouse", "Dawns of Russia" are popular.
Sanatorium "Simeiz" is open for visits from April to October. It can accept 200 people at a time. The resort specializes in the treatment of the nervous and cardiovascular systems, as well as respiratory organs. According to reviews of the Simeiz sanatorium in Crimea, living and treatment conditions here resemble the good old Soviet traditions. Standard rooms and familiar service. It offers guests - billiards, a gym, a library, a beach. The sanatorium has adopted traditional methods of treatment: baths, massage, physiotherapy, inhalation, acupuncture. The resort is located in a very beautiful place surrounded by picturesque mountains. Sanatorium "Red Lighthouse" - one of the oldest in the village. It was founded in 1925. The buildings of the sanatorium are scattered throughout the entire village. Unpretentious service and affordable prices. It treats respiratory diseases. Sanatorium "Dawns of Russia" - one of the most modern and comfortable in Simeiz. It combines classic therapies with new approaches. For example, they use their own biological feedback technique. This is a special device that teaches patients to breathe properly and thus stop heart and respiratory attacks, fight insomnia and improve well-being. In the "Zorya Rossii" there are indoor and outdoor pools, shops, a bar, a playground. In the sanatorium, you can pick up a room of any class.
Hotels
In Simeiz you can rent a hotel room, apartment or a separate villa. Also in the village there are many mini-hotels and, of course, the private sector. In a small resort village you can find a five-star hotel. For example, the hotel "Mriya" with its own beach, swimming pools, comfortable rooms and private villas. Reviews of the hotel in Simeiz (Crimea) confirm that it is fully consistent with the declared class.
A classic example of a guest house is the Simeiz Park Hotel. It is located in a beautiful park. At the hotel you can choose a room with sea or mountain views. The number of rooms in the hotel "Simeiz" is small. According to reviews of the Simeiz Park Hotel in Crimea, the rooms are cozy, the atmosphere is homely. There are no special additional services in such hotels, but the cost of living is very attractive. In Simeiz you can also live in boathouses and not part with the sea for even a minute.
Tourist infrastructure
Judging by the tourist reviews of holidays in Simeiz (Crimea), it is not saturated with any kind of active events and events, it is quiet and calm here. The main delights of a holiday in Simeiz are the sea, air and picturesque views. For noisy entertainment in 40 minutes you can take a bus to Yalta and in a few minutes to Alupka.
Living in the village is convenient: many shops, restaurants, cafes. There is a vegetable market, pharmacies, Internet cafes, parking lots. Reviews of prices for vacations in Simeiz (Crimea) are mostly positive. Accommodation here is inexpensive. Prices for food and entertainment are overpriced, like in any resort.
sights
The main attractions of the town of Simeiz in Crimea in the reviews of vacationers are called local mountains and rocks. Be sure to admire the rock of Diva and climb Mount Cat, where the ruins of an ancient fortress have been preserved. On the cat there is an observation deck with a breathtaking view. The attention of tourists worthy of the local villas, attracting a diverse and beautiful architecture. These are the villas "Dream", "Ksenia" and many others.
In Simeiz you can also visit the water park "Blue Bay", Taurus dolmens, space observatory. Another attraction of the village is the city park, where you can see the plants listed in the Red Book.
Beaches
A beach holiday in Simeiz does not differ in anything special from other similar resort towns of Crimea. All beaches are free. The only thing is that there are closed areas at hotels and resorts, which can also be easily reached if desired. The best of these beaches belongs to the resort "Simeiz". According to reviews, in Simeiz (Crimea) the largest and most popular beach is located on the cliff of Diva. The beaches here are small pebble. The sea is calm most of the time. Beach infrastructure is poorly developed. But locker rooms, and toilets, and cafes are present. There is no service on the wild beaches, but there are stunning views of the sea and cliffs. Behind Mount Cat, in one of the most beautiful places on the coast, the famous nudist beach still attracts the attention of the curious.
Crimea, like many years ago, remains a health resort, a wonderful resort, a beautiful place where gentle sea and evergreen mountains give guests their magic.