Gaspra is one of the best resort areas of the southern coast of Crimea. Together with the nearest neighboring resorts (Miskhor and Koreiz), it forms a kind of a single complex, although there are quite significant differences between them, and each has its own remarkable features.
After reading this article, you can learn more about what Gaspra is.
The beach, the sea, the sun, the nature of these places - all taken together can be rated as an amazingly beautiful paradise.
general information
Gaspra is an urban-type settlement belonging to the Yalta region of Crimea. It is located just west of the city of Yalta, 12 kilometers from it.
The closest settlement to it is Koreiz.
The area is characterized by a sub-Mediterranean climate: very warm summers with an average July temperature of up to +24 ° C; mild winters with February temperatures up to +4 ° C. There is a total of more than 670 mm of precipitation here in a year.
Back in Soviet times, there was a children's sanatorium for people with bronchial asthma, pneumonia, etc. Also in those days, boarding houses and rest houses with year-round operation were created here.
Today, the largest beach areas of Gaspra are beaches located in the sanatoriums “Parus”, “Yasnaya Polyana”, “Pine Grove”, “Marat”, etc. Below we will provide a more detailed description of some of them.
The swimming season in these paradise places lasts from June to October.
Gaspra beaches
Many beaches are beautifully landscaped: changing rooms, showers, sun loungers and sun umbrellas.
But the only place where tourists can spend their holidays for free, without being guests in local sanatoriums and hotels in this village (Gaspra) is the municipal beach. Its entire length is about 400 meters. It is located between the beaches of the sanatoriums "Ukraine" and "Yasnaya Polyana". Although the equipment is minimal, it doesn’t stop at all from enjoying the amazingly clear sea air, the gentle southern sun and swimming in the warm waters of the sea. Nature does her good deed.
There are also small coastal areas for recreation in a village like Gaspra. Free beaches are mostly represented by small wild coastal zones created by nature itself.
The beach located on the territory of the well-known sanatorium "Pearl" is strewn with pebbles. Its big plus is that it is located just a few meters from the famous Swallow's Nest castle and palace.
Only the patients of the sanatorium can visit the beautifully landscaped beach (first-aid post, changing rooms, sunbeds and awnings).
Exclusively for holidaymakers, the beach is also intended in the sanatorium "Generalsky beach". Wonderful seascapes and a magnificent view of the Swallow's Nest open from his eyes. Most likely, the name of this beach is associated with the history of the latter, because the first owner of this castle was the general who participated in the Russian war with Turkey.
Beach resort "Pine Grove"
The 140-meter-long beach is approximately 100 meters from the sanatorium buildings. In addition to all amenities, the coastal zone has a specially designated area for children with various playgrounds.
Entrance to the beach is paid, except for hotel guests. Sun loungers, beach towels, showers, changing rooms and toilets for the latter are free.
You can go down to the beach either along the footpath or by elevator. There are boat and rescue stations, 5 berths, a summer cafe, the Tea House bar, and a barbecue area called Fisherman's Shelter.
You can use the rental services: boats, water bicycles and skis, catamarans and jet skis, fishing tackle, etc. There is an opportunity to play billiards and table tennis on the beach.
Beach "Yasnaya Polyana"
At the sanatorium "Yasnaya Polyana" the coastal recreation area is strewn with medium-sized pebbles. Free entrance and travel to it only for guests of the sanatorium, for the rest - paid.
In order to get into the recreation area, you need to overcome a certain distance by cable car going from the territory of the sanatorium.
Well-equipped beach has a medical center.
In fact, this beach is no different from others located in Gaspra. True, sometimes sharp stones are found in small pebbles, which are better for walking in special shoes.
There are changing cabins, showers, sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach. There are wooden awnings. In addition, anyone can rent mattresses and other equipment for a more active holiday.
Sanatorium "Ukraine"
On the territory of the magnificent sanatorium "Ukraine" is the beach, which has a wonderful modern landscaping.
The resort offers its guests all kinds of entertainment. Here you can engage in active sports (table tennis and billiards), use the services of massage therapists and visit the modern gym. There is also a beautiful pool. Beach sanatorium "Ukraine" have the opportunity to visit everyone, but only for a fee.
Sanatorium "Marat"
Another magnificent beach area has the resort village of Gaspra. The beach of the sanatorium "Marat" is quite picturesque, as it is surrounded by rocks.
The coast can be reached both by foot along the stairs and by cable car. Entrance itself is free, but rent of sunbeds should be paid.
On the way to the beach, you can buy souvenirs and various decorations in the numerous shops on the way. Guests staying in the suites and junior suites of the two sanatoriums Marat and Park Chair can use the VIP area of the beach, where everyone else has no access.
Conclusion
The beaches of Gaspra are truly magnificent! Reviews about them are mostly positive and enthusiastic. And the fine pebble coating of the coastal zones satisfies beach lovers.
Many tourists choose to relax in these places in autumn, called the velvet season. Although in Gaspra it is wonderful to relax all year round. Even winter here is very mild, similar to the northern spring. In the spring, surprisingly beautiful and fragrant flowers bloom here: violets, snowdrops, anemones and crocuses. It’s impossible to take your eyes off all this flourishing magnificence.
Gaspra keeps surprisingly many interesting things in itself. The beach, or rather, all the beaches of this magnificent resort town - are not the only objects of interest to tourists and travelers. There are also curious historical monuments. For example, the most ancient fortress of Harakas and necropolises built before our era, or Aytodorsk lighthouse.
These places are wonderful for people suffering from various chronic diseases. Sea air in combination with pleasant aromas of cypresses, junipers and cedars has a positive effect on health. In a word, these are miraculous places.