Crimea in winter: rest, weather, reviews of tourists

The sea is associated with all in the summer. Warm water, hot beaches, lots of fun on the water ... But few know that Crimea in the winter can offer no less entertainment than in the sunny summer months. We will discuss this further.

Mixture of different peoples

The beautiful Yalta, the luxurious Koktebel, the tourist Alushta every summer receive thousands of visitors from all over the world. Increasingly, travelers choose instead of Turkey, Egypt and Bulgaria, their domestic resorts.

The season starts here in May. Thousands of sanatoriums, boarding houses, hotels and bases begin to work. You can settle in the private sector or live in a tent "savage".

People who really want to have a good time do not interfere with the cold season and snowy weather in the Crimea. In winter, you can have fun and relax here.

On the peninsula for many centuries, people of different nationalities, faiths and mentality coexisted. The indigenous inhabitants of this territory were Tauris. The Greeks had a significant influence on the culture of this region. Until now, there are still ruins of ancient architecture. For a while here lived the Romans, Bulgarians, Armenians and neighbors-Slavs.

In 1475, the lands were conquered by the Turks, and the power of the Ottoman state was established on the peninsula. From the middle of the 18th century, during the war, the territory passed to Russia.

Imperial period

Development of the coast as a health resort began in the XIX century. It was during this period that the transport communication between different regions of the country was established. The railway contributed to the flow of people who want to heal by the sea. So the resort direction began to develop. Then in the winter almost no one visited Crimea. Here only in the summer season could offer entertainment.

The royal family rested on this territory. For the grandees built summer estates, some of which remained to our time. Today these structures are the historical face of the peninsula. They are open for tourists and they are in winter. Many of the mansions have not only aesthetic value, but also architectural. They have become symbols of the peninsula and annually host thousands of sightseeing groups.

In the tsar period, from the territory on which forests grew, resorts have been made, they exist there and now. Crimea in the winter was beautiful, but visited the peninsula rich only in the warm season.

Due to the reforms of the new government, local Tatars were forced to leave the land. A new influx of tourists the peninsula received after the construction here of the royal residence of the Livadia Palace.

The transition from decline to prosperity

A new stage started under the Soviet regime. Tourism immediately developed in several directions. People organized hiking trips to the mountains, medical institutions and children's camps began to work. There was a lot of hotels with different prices for rooms.

After the strengthening of Soviet power, Crimea became the main health resort of the Union. In the winter, the resorts were closed, but in the summer people from all republics came here. Scientists estimated that in 1988, more than 8 million tourists rested on the Black Sea coast.

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the number of holidaymakers who could afford a trip to the peninsula fell sharply. If earlier 20% of travelers came to the resort for free (housing paid by the state), then after 1991 the spontaneous flow of people has grown. But it was during this period that other places began to expand, which the Soviet authorities ignored. They were opened by "savages".

It should also be noted that the Crimea became popular in the winter.

The Mystery of the Relief

For true lovers of outdoor activities, the peninsula is open all year round. Contribute to the flow of tourists weather conditions.

The land area is more than 26,000 km². In such a small area, scientists identify 3 large and about 20 small climatic regions. Such diversity is explained by the fact that the earth is washed by two seas: the Black and Azov seas. The coastline extends more than 2500 km. Its role in the weather conditions is also played by the relief. Almost 70% of the territory falls on the plains, 20% - the mountain surface, the rest - water. The weather in the Crimea in winter, of course, is associated with all these factors.

If the air temperature and precipitation in summer are the same for the entire peninsula, then in the cold months the forecast for different climatic regions varies enormously. For example, in July, the temperature difference between south and north can be 1 ° C, whereas in January these indicators differ by 11 degrees.

Cool weather

A major role in this process is played by the mountain range, which becomes a kind of shield that protects the island part from the continental cold and dry winds. What winter in the Crimea? The South is more like a Mediterranean country.

The cold season is mild. The lowest temperature is fixed, of course, on the tops of the mountains. There the indicator sometimes reaches -5 ... -6 ° C. In turn, in the steppe zone it does not drop below -3 ° C.

The warmest part of the peninsula was recognized as the Miskhor zone. On the one hand, this territory is surrounded by the Black Sea, and on the other - by Mount Ai-Petri. Here, even in the first month of the year, the average figure reaches +5 ° C. Every time severe colds cause significant damage to this territory. Freeze unique plants, which are the pride of many gardens.

Spring instead of frosts

The average temperature in winter in the Crimea (in the southern part of it) is +2 ... + 4 ° C. In the steppe zone the indicator is lower by 3-4 divisions. The harshest colds that can catch you in this area are -6-8 ° C. But such frosts are rampant only at night, and during the daytime the indicators are growing. Usually even in winter the peninsula has a plus temperature (+10 ... + 15 ° C). Absolute minimum scientists registered in the village Klepinino, which is in the steppe zone. There, the thermometer's mark once fell to -30 ° C.

Winds are more often circled north of the peninsula, mountains. They rage in the first months of the year. But the south sometimes suffers from significant storms and storms. Meteorologists warn about all possible dangers, therefore the weather is not capable to spoil your rest in Crimea in the winter.

This land is very poor in rains. The main precipitation in the north falls in the summer, and in the south - in the cold. In fact, the weather conditions of this region are more like spring.

Minor barriers

For people accustomed to frosty frosts and snowstorms, the weather on the peninsula will seem like a real thaw. When there is cold in your house, the warm and mild winter of Crimea will seem just a cool summer. All the frosts disappear with the morning sun. Sometimes spoil the mood may be minor rains and fogs, but they also do not stay long on the ground.

In general, tourists note that such weather conditions are quite suitable for excursions and pleasant walks along the sea coast.

About rest on the peninsula, almost everyone thinks about it. The resort is worth paying attention to due to democratic prices and acceptable quality of services. Recently, more and more people visit the Crimea in the winter. Reviews of the guests of the resort are positive.

Advantages of "cold" tourism

Travelers note that prices for housing and entertainment are much lower, and the service is still of high quality. Due to the fact that the peninsula is resting, employees can give each client more attention. Especially I like this kind of rest for tourists who are not enthusiastic about crowds and queues.

In winter, the main resort megacities of the Crimea turn from buzzing beehives into quiet and cozy cities. You can safely walk along the embankments and admire the picturesque landscapes.

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Tourists, vacationing on the peninsula in winter, know one more advantage. When the season comes to an end, many inexpensive, but good excursion bureaus continue to work. If in the summer months it is not easy to use the services of professionals, in the cold season they have a lot of free time, and the prices are much lower.

Winter is a time for reflection.

At the height of the holiday season, the crowd heads to the beaches. But in winter Crimea also has a positive effect on the body. Healing fresh air will not only improve health, but will also set the mind to a positive mood. At this time of year, as the travelers note, here you can relax from the noise of the city and concentrate on creative work. Great ideas come to your mind.

It helps to get away from ordinary life and active rest. In the mountains you can ski, snowboard and sled. This occupation is no less fascinating than water motorcycles and catamarans. There are trails for both professionals and amateurs.

Crimea in the winter with children visit thousands of families. All of them leave good responses about employment by winter kinds of sports. Guests note that the amount for equipment is low, and the inventory is almost new.

Minuses

Along with positive feedback, there is also criticism. Parents note that kindergartens do not work at hotels and bases, where crumbs could have fun while adults negotiate tours. Another disadvantage is that the contact between hotels and mountain-skiing bases is poorly established. Therefore, you have to find entertainment yourself.

For people who enjoy a relaxing holiday, offer walking tours to the Crimean caves. What could be better than walking through the snow-covered forest? Groups are usually small, so the guide has time to answer questions from everyone. It seems that you are strolling in a circle of close friends.

It is easier to get to Crimea in the winter in a car. The drivers note that the roads are empty, in big cities there are no traffic jams. Also guests of the peninsula say that almost every hotel or base has a parking lot, which at this time of year is free.

A fairy tale in reality

Positive impressions await those who rise to the top of the mountain in winter. Even tourists who repeatedly visited Crimea in the summer note that the snow-covered land causes quite different emotions. If the weather was rainy, then you should visit the waterfalls. Live, energetic streams will not leave you indifferent.

Unforgettable will be the New Year in the Crimea. At the weekend the whole company you can rent a comfortable house in the mountains. For an extra fee, everyone will prepare a delicious dinner. Also, institutions offer a special concert program for adults and children. You can rent a house for a day or for all holidays.

Winter in the Crimea is really fabulous. Everyone who visits the peninsula will be convinced of this.