The most beautiful stretch of the Black Sea coast, stretching from the village of Varvarovka to the village of Sukko, has an equally beautiful name - the Barbarian gap. It belongs to the Anapa district of the Krasnodar Territory.
You can get from the Barbarian gap to the resort city of Anapa, having overcome no more than 12 km. This part of the beach got its charming name because of the gorge in which it is located.
Rest in the resort village of Sukko
Sukko is a very hospitable village, located quite close to the city of Anapa. Each tourist will leave unforgettable emotions and feelings. The village is mesmerizing with tranquility, silence and peace. It is surrounded on all sides by mountains. Almost all beaches are small pebble. As a rule, there are few people on them. This attracts tourists. Air and sea are clean. In the village, without a doubt, there is something to see and where to visit. Extreme lovers can go to the picturesque mountains.
It can be noted that in the region of the village of Sukko the Caucasus Mountains originate, however, they are not too high and reach only 400 m. The area is filled mainly with broad-leaved trees (oak, beech). Pines and junipers are often found, which release tar that is beneficial to the body in the air. Cypress marsh grove , which is noted in the Red Book, is also located in Sukko. Barbarian gap - a picturesque place by the sea, which is also located near the village.
If you pay attention to the origin of the name of the settlement, then it is translated from the Tatar language as "river". The swimming season in the village can last until October. However, for those who are used to vacation abroad on the beaches of Turkey, a vacation in Sukko will seem peculiar. Here it is necessary to seriously weigh all the advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of relaxation in the village of Sukko
Silent, clean, almost untouched by man beaches - the main plus of this place. Compared to the noisy Anapa, this factor is important. The place is suitable for lovers of peace of mind and unity with nature.
The village itself is full of all kinds of attractions and beautiful places.
Pure mountain air and the presence of rare, endangered medicinal plants, majestic mountains and fragrant forests - this is truly a paradise.
There are wonderful hiking trails that offer views of the Azov and Black Sea. History lovers can visit historical and cultural places, go on an excursion to the Anapa district.
A wide selection of housing (private hotels, houses, pensions, recreation centers). The price starts from 300-400 rubles. per day per person (minimum cost), there are more costly options costing from 500 to 2000 rubles.
The possibility of living in a tent and admiring the beauties of the village is not ruled out. This option is especially attractive in such a cozy place as Varvarovskaya gap, which is located near the village.
There are all kinds of entertainment, ranging from horseback riding, paragliding, diving, water parks, fishing, ATV rides, dolphinariums and ending with bars, clubs, discos. You can visit interesting exhibitions, visit medieval, costumed battles, a winery. Transport movement is quite developed (buses, taxis), you can get to Anapa in 30-40 minutes.
Beach. Barbaric gap
All beaches in Sukko are pebbled, and this one is no exception. The bottom quickly goes deep. The water here is crystal clear. Not far from the beach is
the Utrish Nature Reserve and the monument to D. Kalinin. The beach area is hidden from prying
eyes by the mountains and therefore little known. Sometimes here you can see endangered species of birds, animals and plants.
The beach (Varvarovskaya gap) is not so civilized in comparison with the central beaches of Anapa, but from this it still does not lose its attractiveness. Water in the sea practically does not bloom. However, this beach has everything that a tourist needs. These are the most common changing cabins, sun loungers, water rides, toilets, kiosks, rescue stations. On the beach, everyone can visit the cafe. The only negative is the lack of any stores in the territory, so it is better to think about food and drinking water in advance. Here, every vacationer will find something for everyone (water parks, yacht trips and much more).
Underwater flora and fauna will please the diving enthusiast. Indeed, in these places there are a large number of hollows, boulders, many rare species of fish. Tourists who live in tents should not worry about the presence of fresh water (there is a fresh stream on the shore).
Arriving at the beach, of course, can be done using your own transport, it is only necessary to take into account the fact that the road is unpaved, it can be washed out in rainy weather and it will be difficult to leave here. An
environmental fee is provided for cars to enter the beach
, which is about 100 rubles per car. For this purpose, a checkpoint, blocked by a barrier, was built before entering. When you are on this beach, it seems that a person’s foot hasn’t stepped here.
Those who are tired of the bustling beaches of Anapa should definitely visit here.
If there is no personal car, then this, of course, is not a problem, you can always catch a taxi, after telling the driver where to stop, because there are no specially designed stops here.
Auto camping
Autocamping "Barbarian Slit" will delight true connoisseurs of outdoor recreation. It is located on the Anapa highway between two villages (Varvarovka and Sukko). Quite an interesting place in the Barbarian gap, a river flows nearby, which flows into the sea. The campsites are located in juniper forests. The air here is clean, you can gain strength, take a break from the bustle of the city, cook a barbecue. Nearby is the beach of the health resort Shingari. Anapa is only 8 km away. There are very few such places hidden from the human eye in the world, and here, without a doubt, you can feel like a piece of untouched nature.
Pension "Shingari"
Anapa district is famous for its hospitable guest houses. Shingari is one of them. The boarding house is far from the bustle of the city. It is suitable for those who are tired of city noise, and you can really feel the difference by visiting, for example, the city of Anapu. Despite the peace, there are a sufficient number of cafes, restaurants and clubs in the pension. Those who want to get here, first need to get to a place such as the Barbarian gap. Rest in a boarding house will leave an unforgettable experience. “Shingari” provides the tourist with all the necessary entertainment so that guests do not leave its territory in search of any bars or restaurants.
Beach vacation
Pension "Shingari" is truly considered the pearl of the Black Sea coast. Every vacationer will find here what to do with himself. On the territory there are several pools (adult and children), tennis courts, billiards. On the territory of "Shingari" is a small, but very exciting water park. The boarding house has at its disposal its own beach, equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas, awnings. There is no need to worry that there is no place to park a car; for this purpose, the complex provides secure parking.
Accommodation and entertainment
Guests with children can visit various excursions that are offered at the boarding house, and, if necessary, leave the child in the children's room for a while. The capacity of the complex is designed for 200-300 people. A wide selection of rooms of varying degrees of comfort and price category will leave positive emotions. From the window of the apartment offers a wonderful view of the sea or mountains, regardless of the level of the room, whether it be “standard” or “luxury”.
Recreation and Health
Not only the beach and entertainment is famous for the Barbarian gap. Rest here can be wellness. Shingari successfully treats diseases of the nervous, musculoskeletal system, all kinds of allergies and respiratory diseases.
Meals are provided three times a day (custom menu system). Outside the holiday season, guests are fed a comprehensive menu system. Reasonable prices and comfortable conditions will pleasantly surprise you.
Pension Shingari is an excellent place for family vacations, business meetings and banquets (there is a conference room), as well as for healing your body.
For those who are tired of the noisy Anapa, the Barbarian gap is ideal.
How to get there
Owners of their own cars can easily find this place if they move from Anapa in the direction of the village of Sukko. The landmark will be a monument located along the highway. Quite often minibuses run along this route, which can also take tourists. A mountain path leads directly to the sea, on which it is better not to go by car, although this is possible.