Sudak is a small resort town located on the southern coast of the Crimean peninsula. It was founded a long time ago: the earliest date of its probable cause is called the 3rd century AD.
Like any resort in the Crimea, the city of Sudak and its surroundings are rich in sights. There are many places that are cognitive in the historical sense, therefore, a holiday in Sudak is not only a trivial pastime at the beach or one of the water parks in the Crimea , but also numerous excursions, visits to historical buildings and nature monuments, and hiking along ecological interesting routes. About what can be seen in Sudak, read on.
Genoese fortress in Sudak
This fortress is one of the central sights in Sudak. It was built over several centuries by the order of the Italians, from where it got its name. Later, at different times, the strongholds belonged to the Khazars, Byzantines, the Golden Horde and the Turks.
The Genoese fortress stands on an ancient coral reef and covers an area of about 30 hectares. It has a unique strategic location, which at one time rescued its inhabitants: on one side, a deep moat has been dug, on the other there are mountains that slope vertically downward, and on both sides the citadel is reliably protected by defensive structures. They consist of the upper and lower tiers of defense, on which there are battle fortifications. One of them, known in Sudak as a maiden's tower, is named according to the legend of the daughter of a king who died in the name of her love for the poor shepherd. The city itself was located between defensive structures.
Cape Meganom
Far to the Black Sea is a rocky cape formed by rock formations - this is Cape Meganom. When traveling in the outskirts of Sudak, be sure to visit this six-hour ecological route. You will learn a lot about the life of the ancient settlers of the Crimea and see numerous archaeological sites: settlements dating from the II century. BC, ancient ruins and various elements of everyday life (Taurian stoves, handmade utensils, etc.).
Also you will be descended to the lighthouse, acquaintance with the wind generators and Bedlands, the specific relief of Meganom.
Mount Ai-George
Fans of hiking tours will like the ascent to this mountain, which rises 500 m above sea level. In the Middle Ages, at its foot was a monastery named after St. George. If you climb to the top of the mountain, you can taste very delicious cool water from the purest mountain spring. It is also named in honor of the saint and earlier supplied fresh water to the entire Sudak valley.
Botanical reserve "New World"
This natural park is probably the most beautiful place in Sudak. It covers an area of 470 hectares, from the north it is protected from the cold and winds by mountain peaks and comes to the shore of the Green Bay. In the reserve grows many varieties of rare plants, including those listed in the Red Book. The air of the reserve is fresh and pleasant, as it is saturated with the flavors of needles and flowering plants.
Through the botanical reserve is an ecological route called "Golitsyn trail". Going along it, you can see all the sights of the park: Golitsyn grotto, Blue and Blue bay, Tsar's beach, "Paradise Gate".
Winery "Sudak"
In addition to the plant itself, which is part of the Massandra association, tourists are interested in a very beautiful tasting room in antique style, the oldest wine cellar in the Crimea, as well as the vineyards themselves located nearby. In the museum of wine at the plant visitors can get acquainted with unusual exhibits on winemaking and viticulture in Sudak, and those who wish to register for a tasting.
