Top 15 attractions of Koktebel, Russia

20 km from Feodosia there is a unique place - the village of Koktebel, which has some kind of fantastic aura and attraction. Having been here once, you definitely want to come back again and again. What is special about this town - maybe it's the magnificent nature, the bewitching landscapes of Kara-Dag, or the cheerful, bohemian atmosphere that prevails here throughout the summer season?

The surroundings of Koktebel are deservedly considered one of the most picturesque places in the Crimea. It is in this place that the steppe turns into mountains, rising above the surface in asymmetric mounds and forming bizarre shapes that are very reminiscent of lunar landscapes, but much more colorful and bright. Beaches, bays, streets, promenade - everything is combined here in some kind of elusive harmony, giving a real rest to the body and soul.

What to see and where to go in Koktebel?

The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.

Karadag nature reserve

A natural area of ​​amazing beauty, spread out in the vicinity of the Kara-Dag volcanic massif. Here, simply alien views open up to the eye - as if you are looking at the surface of Mars or the Moon. The green valleys and the blue of the water surface of the Black Sea return to reality, harmoniously complementing the unearthly surface. Part of the reserve is located between Feodosia and Koktebel.

Embankment

The embankment of Koktebel is the focus of holiday entertainment in the summer and a great place for a relaxing walk and admiring the waves in the low season. Street artists, artists and other bohemians gather here, night bars flash invitingly with thousands of lights, cafes and restaurants offer dinner for every taste and budget, and souvenir shops attract customers with unusual gizmos made by local craftsmen.

The beaches of Koktebel

All the beaches of Koktebel are covered with small pebbles, but further, when entering the water, you can find a comfortable sandy bottom. The main bathing area with standard infrastructure stretches along the city's waterfront. Outside the town, in small bays, there are many wild beaches popular with campers: in the Dead and Quiet bays, as well as at the foot of Kara-Dag. The total length of the coastline is about 4 km.

House Museum of Maximilian Voloshin

M. Voloshin is a poet, artist and literary critic, who enjoyed great prestige among fellow writers and respect from his contemporaries. The museum named after him is located on the territory of a house built at the beginning of the 20th century. It was not just a dacha by the sea, but a real place of pilgrimage (and free rest) for prominent cultural figures: M. Gorky, O. Mandelstam, M. Bulgakov, A. Green, M. Tsvetaeva visited here.

Museum of Nature of Karadag

The museum is located in the village of Kurortnoye near Koktebel. More than 25 thousand people visit it every year, which indicates the popularity and relevance of the collection. The history of the exposition began in 1914 with the opening of the Karadag scientific station. For several decades, the funds have been replenished with hundreds of geological and biological exhibits. Today in the museum you can learn everything about the natural features of the Kara-Dag massif: flora, fauna, rocks, minerals.

Dolphinarium "Koktebel"

Four bottlenose dolphins, three fur seals and a white polar whale perform in the dolphinarium. It is located at the entrance to Koktebel from Feodosia, so it is hard to miss it. Performances are held from May to October, in winter the animals rest. The Dolphinarium not only pleases visitors with interesting and funny shows, but also takes part in the rehabilitation and rescue of marine life.

Aquapark "Koktebel"

A complex of water attractions, covering an area of ​​44,000 m². There are 24 slides and seven pools, in a specially equipped area for children - 12 slides and one pool. The water park has a restaurant with excellent cuisine, a grill bar and a pizzeria. Ample parking is provided for the convenience of guests. The number of visitors per day can reach up to 1.5 thousand people, however, in this case, the territory becomes quite crowded.

Dinotherium

A bird park located in unusual buildings - spherical pavilions resembling high-mountain observatories. In addition to birds, of which there are more than 70 species, animals also live here. The peculiarity of dinoteria is that the birds do not sit in cages, but move freely around the territory, feeling quite at ease. One pavilion is given over to the paleontological collection, where dinosaur skeletons are exhibited.

Monument to Voloshin

The monument was erected on the embankment in the summer of 2009. It is a bronze sculpture on a stone pedestal, towering against the backdrop of the sea. The figure of the poet is made in the form of an image of a pilgrim - a wanderer exploring new lands. M. Voloshin froze in a thoughtful pose, as if trying to catch the breath of the wind, or maybe he admires the incredible landscapes of Kara-Dag enthusiastically.

Monument to the soldiers of the Koktebel landing

The monument was erected in 1975 on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Victory in memory of the soldiers who took part in the Kerch-Feodosiya landing operation in 1941, during which more than 100 thousand Soviet soldiers died. The sculpture is a bas-relief with four faces of warriors on a small pedestal. The Creator portrayed a whole storm of emotions - grief, pain, determination, bitterness and a firm intention to go to the end.

Factory of vintage wines and cognacs "Koktebel"

Even in ancient times, winemaking was practiced in the vicinity of Koktebel, but industrial production was established only in the 19th century. The modern plant was built in 1944, for a long time it belonged to Massandra, but later it became an independent enterprise. Today, the plant produces dry, fortified and dessert wines from local grape varieties, as well as several types of cognac.

Mount Klementieva

The official name of the mountain is Uzun-Syrt, which means "long ridge" in Turkic. It is a small hill 268 meters above sea level. The place is unique in that special (ascending) air currents are created here, thanks to which the development of hang gliding became possible. Until 1977, a flight school worked here. In 1924, Pyotr Klementiev crashed on the mountain during the competition, falling from his glider from a 500-meter height. After that, the hill began to be named after him.

"Starfall of Memories"

An observation deck with a stone rotunda, located on the top of Mount Kokluk in the vicinity of Koktebel. It is often called the "Arbor of the Winds" due to the fact that it is blown from all sides by air currents. From here you have a magnificent view of the mountains, the valleys and the sea among them. You can get to the site on foot, leaving the car on the track, or by bike, but you will have to continuously pedal uphill.

Golden Gate

A rock protruding from the sea with an arched passage in the middle, standing a few kilometers from Koktebel, is a symbol of the resort and one of the most important natural attractions of this area. It is located on the territory of the Karadag nature reserve. Officially, you can get here only as part of an organized excursion or admire the cliff from the sea - local owners of boats and ships will be happy to take tourists to the Golden Gate for an appropriate fee.

Cape Chameleon

The cape is a natural boundary between the Koktebel and Quiet bays. It got its name due to the ability to change color depending on the time of day and the intensity of sunlight. Optical metamorphoses can occur up to 20 times a day. The color changes from bluish-gray in the morning to golden-orange in the rays of the setting sun. Previously, the cape was called "Toprakh-kaya", which means "clay mountain".