The bays of Sevastopol, which are worth a visit

Sevastopol is a city known primarily as the base of the Black Sea Fleet, whose ships are based in numerous bays. There are altogether thirty bays, of which the most intensively used for various purposes are only eleven. The most famous bays of Sevastopol will be described in this article.

Sevastopol

It is the main bay of the city. Due to the protection from wind and weather, it is an excellent place for rest on the water. It was thanks to a vast and protected area that this place was chosen for the basing of the Russian navy on the Black Sea. Of the attractions should be noted a unique coastline. At the exit from the bay there are the South and North breakwaters and many bays, of which the largest is the South.

Some travelers believe that the best city on the whole peninsula of Crimea is Sevastopol. Coves, the sea, sights, unique atmosphere attract many tourists here.

Artillery Bay

The bay is in the center of the city. It received its name thanks to the large military depots, originally located on its shores. Currently, the bay is accessible for tourists. There are numerous piers for excursion boats and yachts plying between the banks. Taking advantage of one of the numerous offers of carriers, on a boat or pleasure boat from the Artillery Bay, you can make an exciting sea excursion. On its banks there are cozy cafes. After sitting in the summer on the open verandah of one of them, you can not only eat well, but also admire the seascape.

Southern bay

Another of the most famous bays is the South. Its length is more than two kilometers. There are a marina, berths for large ships. In the bay the naval vessels of the Black Sea Fleet of Russia are based. Anyone can take a liking to them during a boat trip. Ships can be photographed. Such an excursion will be a wonderful gift for children. Adults can admire the marvelous sea view and the panorama of the city. If you go on a pleasure boat to the raid, you can see the flagship of the Black Sea Fleet, the cruiser Moscow, standing there.

Which bays in Sevastopol are the most adapted for tourists? There is in the city one such place, in which each holiday-maker will find for himself a lot of fascinating.

Cossack bay

The bay is located fifteen kilometers from the center of Sevastopol. It is here that the famous Cape of Chersonese is located , which became the last frontier of the city's defense against the Nazi invaders in 1942.

At the cape, guests of the city can explore all sorts of attractions, such as the stone lighthouse built in 1816, the state reserve "Cossack Cove", the famous dolphinarium and a diving center. The events of the war and the heroic days of the multi-day defense of the city resemble the memorial complex "35 coastal battery". Until now, on the shores of the bay, you can find evidence of war (shot cartridges, shell fragments and mines).

Infrastructure

There is a well-developed tourist infrastructure, including numerous cafes, where you can eat deliciously, shops. There is also a post office and a bank branch. From the Cossack bay you can easily get to the city center. From numerous berths, white-washed yachts and pleasure boats leave for the sea, daily making many flights with tourists. For those who want to stay longer, many hotels can offer their services. The coves in Sevastopol are real cultural centers with many sights.

Useful Entertainment

So, for example, in the "Cossack Bay" is the famous research center (State Oceanarium), which studies marine life of the Black Sea, as well as specializing in all kinds of underwater work. During the Soviet Union, it was here that research was conducted in the field of the use of dolphins in the military sphere. The center was kept secret. Currently, it is accessible to tourists, for which unique demonstration programs with the participation of dolphins and other marine life are offered. Guests of the city, especially children, will get a lot of pleasure from watching the behavior and games of dolphins, fur seals. Visitors can communicate with marine animals, take a picture next to them. The dolphinarium has developed and successfully implemented therapeutic and recreational programs with the participation of marine mammals.

Some bays of Sevastopol offer special kinds of cognitive entertainments to visitors of the city. Visiting the exhibition "Biodesign", tourists can get a full impression of the diversity of species of marine animals inhabiting the Black Sea, and see first-hand the rare rare fish and marine mammals.

Diving

In the Oceanarium area, there is the famous diving center UNICON DIVERS, experienced experts of which will help to get acquainted with the fascinating world of scuba diving. The seas of Sevastopol are characterized by calm waters, protected from the influence of weather factors, which are remarkably suitable for swimming under water. The diving center has the necessary modern equipment, which allows training beginners swimmers. A lot of interesting will also be found for people who have experience in scuba diving.

The city of Sevastopol, thanks to its excellent, exceptionally convenient location, is a unique place for relaxing on the water and visiting tourists - lovers of the sea and the history of the fleet. Guests of the city have an opportunity to make an exciting sea trip and plenty to admire the beauties of the local places. Due to the fact that battles are based on warships, many fans of the history of the Russian navy flock to Sevastopol every year.

The central bays of Sevastopol (photo, unfortunately, can not convey the exceptional atmosphere that is in these places) are inextricably linked with the heroic history of the city. It was in them that the ships under the command of Admiral Ushakov were based. Hence the Russian ships left in order to win the Sinop battle. During the Crimean War , naval vessels were flooded in Sevastopol Bay in order to prevent the Anglo-French squadron from entering the city. During the siege in 1941-1942, the ships broke through into the bays of Sevastopol, supplying the besieged city.

Having visited Crimea, every tourist should definitely visit this wonderful heroic accomplishment of the past, hero-city, fanned by glory.