Top 25 attractions in Yeysk, Russia

Yeysk is one of the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory, located on the Sea of ​​Azov. Families with small children often come here, as local beaches consist of soft sand and shell rock, not pebbles. And the water itself is much warmer than on the Black Sea coast. Rest in Yeysk hotels can be called budget - this is another reason why it is preferred to Anapa or Gelendzhik.

The city itself is quite small, but here you can find interesting sights. After sunbathing, it is pleasant to stroll through one of the local parks or visit the Memorial Museum of I. M. Poddubny. An indisputable advantage is the presence of a large number of entertainment for children, as well as the fact that Yeysk has its own oceanarium, dolphinarium and a modern water park.

What to see and where to go in Yeysk?

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

Yeisk Spit

A sand-shell spit about 3 km long, which cuts into the Sea of ​​\u200b\u200bAzov, is part of the Yeysk Peninsula. Until 1914, its length was 9 km, but a strong hurricane eroded the soil and separated most of the land, which turned into an independent island (it is called the "Island of the Seven Winds" or "Green Island"). The Yeysk Spit is a picturesque natural attraction, where many travelers strive to get.

Yeisk Estuary

Bay of the Sea of ​​Azov with an area of ​​more than 240 km². It is considered the largest estuary in the North Caucasus. On its banks is the city of Yeysk, within which there are several sandy beaches. The coastline of the Yeisk estuary is only 10 meters wide. Most of the beaches are not equipped with infrastructure, so here you can find a quiet and peaceful place to relax.

Yeysk seaport

Cargo sea terminal in the south of the Taganrog Bay, which receives Russian and international ships transporting coal, metal and agricultural products. The port is connected by waterways with Turkey, Italy, Greece, Bulgaria, Israel, Egypt and other states. The harbor was founded in 1848 after the victory in the next Russian-Turkish war and the annexation of the territory of modern Kuban to the Russian Empire.

Railway station building

The railway station of Yeysk is the gateway to the city, through which many tourists pass, coming here on vacation from all over Russia. The first station building was erected in 1911 at the initiative of the city authorities. During WWII, the building was blown up. The modern building, which has survived to this day, appeared in 1956. In front of the station there is a bust of the founder of Yeysk, Prince M. S. Vorontsov.

Gostiny Dvor

The architecture of the Yeysk Gostiny Dvor is quite atypical for such structures. The complex was erected in the middle of the 19th century according to the master plan approved by M. S. Vorontsov. The architect I. Zhukovsky worked on the project. Today, as before, shopping arcades are located in Gostiny Dvor. The structure is a series of galleries with large openings in the entire wall, topped with a tiled roof.

Taganrog embankment

The walking alley, located along the seashore, is one of the most popular places for tourists after the Central City Beach. It is also called Primorskaya Embankment or Primorsky Boulevard. From here you can admire the picturesque sunsets that the Sea of ​​Azov is famous for, take leisurely walks on warm evenings and enjoy the mild southern climate. There are attractions, a dolphinarium, an oceanarium, a crocodile farm and other attractions.

Fountain on Sverdlov street

The fountain is a sculptural group of three female caryatid figures with a wide dish mounted on their heads. From this bowl jets of water escape. The girls stand in the middle of a pool surrounded by stone walls, where some passers-by throw coins for good luck. The fountain was a gift to the city from the businessman A. Baturints. The sculptor A. Konozov worked on the composition.

Memorial Museum of I. M. Poddubny

I. M. Poddubny is a wrestler, athlete and circus artist. Since 1927, he lived on the territory of Yeysk, and died here in 1949. A memorial museum named after him opened in his former home in 1971. The exposition tells about the life of an athlete and reveals little-known pages of his biography. Poddubny's personal belongings, handed over by relatives, posters announcing performances, sports equipment and other exhibits are exhibited here. On the square in front of the museum there is a monument depicting a mighty athlete in his best form.

Museum of History and Local Lore

The museum exposition occupies part of the building erected in 1913. It was founded in 1920 and by 1941 already contained several thousand copies relating to the history of the Azov region. During the Second World War, almost the entire collection, except for a few items, was destroyed, but gradually the management and employees managed to collect a new one. Today, the museum holds more than 55 thousand copies.

Yeysk Dolphinarium

Dolphinarium or as it is also called "Theater of Marine Animals" is located on the Taganrog embankment. In addition to the dolphins themselves, fur seals, a sea lion and a Far Eastern beluga whale delight visitors at the performances. The institution works in the summer season, when there are tourists in the city (May - September). The auditorium of the dolphinarium can accommodate up to 500 people. It opened in 2007 and has since become one of the most popular places in the city.

Aquapark "Nemo"

An entertainment complex of water attractions, located within the Children's Beach. The territory of the water park is divided into three zones for different ages: small children 3-7 years old, children 7-14 years old and visitors over 14 years old. Accordingly, in each section there are slides of different levels - from the simplest to the extreme. Also in the water park there are five swimming pools, a playground and a cafe.

Oceanarium "Shark Reef"

Shark Reef opened in 2009 and immediately attracted the attention of residents and tourists. It became the first institution of its kind on the coast of the Sea of ​​Azov. Its 12 aquariums are home to over 200 species of fish, shellfish, corals, reptiles, and even reef sharks. In addition to marine inhabitants, river inhabitants are also represented here. Before visiting the exposition, everyone is offered to watch an informative film.

Monument to Nonna Mordyukova

N. V. Mordyukova - People's Artist of the USSR. In 1944, her family moved to Yeysk, having escaped from the Ukrainian farm occupied by the Germans. The actress has repeatedly emphasized that she loved the city very much, as her youth passed there. A monument was erected in her honor in 2008. The author depicted the actress sitting on the steps and looking into the distance in a light thoughtfulness, as if in a collective image of all her heroines.

Monument to Sergei Bondarchuk

Another famous resident of Yeysk, who glorified Soviet and Russian cinema, is Sergey Bondarchuk. His acting career began at the local drama theater, and then he became a famous director. A monument dedicated to the filmmaker adorned the city center in 2007. The image of the master turned out to be concentrated and worthy. The sculpture is located on a three-stage granite pedestal in the middle of a wide street.

Monument to Prince Vorontsov

Prince M. S. Vorontsov is the founder of Yeysk. At one time he did a lot for the development of the city. A monument was erected in his honor in 2008. The sculptor S. Isakov depicted the Field Marshal General riding a rearing horse in full dress uniform with all the awards. The composition is placed on a pedestal lined with granite tiles. Bronze cannons with cannonballs are placed on the sides.

Armored boat "Yeisky Patriot"

The armored ship was produced in 1944 at the Astrakhan plant and installed in 1975 on the eve of the 30th anniversary of the Victory at the request of the townspeople, who allocated their personal funds for its transportation. The boat managed to take part in the battles for the liberation of many European cities. The Yeisk Patriot was equipped with tank guns and a machine gun, and also had two powerful American-made engines.

St. Nicholas Cathedral

It is not surprising that in Yeysk there is a temple dedicated to Nicholas the Wonderworker, because this saint is considered the patron saint of sailors and fishermen. The history of the building is very unusual: it was built in 1959 not for religious purposes at all - it was the Oktyabr cinema. In 1996-98, at the request of believers, it was converted into a church, adding a bell tower and hoisting domes with crosses on the roof.

Cathedral of Michael the Archangel

The temple began to be erected in the second half of the 19th century according to the project of an associate of M.S. Vorontsov - Prince G.G. Gagarin. But the historical building has not survived to this day, as in 1938 it was completely destroyed. Only a small gatehouse remained of the church. In the 1990s, the nondescript building was handed over to believers and a new temple was built on its basis. Divine services resumed after the completion of reconstruction in 1997.

Park named after Ivan Poddubny

The park is one of the oldest in the Kuban, it opened in 1898. Today it is considered almost the main city attraction. A distinctive feature of the place is a large number of children's attractions. Also on the territory are the Museum of I. M. Poddubny and an ostrich farm, where, in addition to giant birds with long necks, peacocks, parrots and porcupines live.

Gorky Park

The square is located in the city center. It was founded in 1925 on the initiative of Komsomol members and named after the famous Soviet writer M. Gorky. Previously, Mikhailovskaya Square was located in its place, on which, according to local historians, a ceremony dedicated to the founding of Yeysk took place. In 2007, the park was reconstructed: flower beds were laid out, new alleys were laid and paths were paved.

Nikolsky park

Another green area of ​​Yeysk, where you can go for a pleasant walk after visiting the beach. Here, on a small area of ​​2.7 hectares, attractions and cafes are located. The arrangement of the place began in the middle of the 19th century. At the beginning of the 20th century, kiosks, pavilions already stood in the square, a summer theater, a veranda and a billiard room worked. In 2003, a monument to Nicholas the Wonderworker was erected on the territory.

"Kuban farm"

An ethnographic complex dedicated to the history and traditions of the Kuban Cossacks. There is a stable, a village courtyard, huts with household items and clothes donated to the museum by local residents. If visitors feel sorry for having a picnic in the open air, then they can rent outdoor pavilions for this purpose and cook their own food or order national dishes.

long braid

Stanitsa Dolzhanskaya is a resort village 40 km from Yeysk, located on the coast of a sandy peninsula. Among the sights of the place, one can single out the Museum of Cossack Life, the mud lake Swan and the natural monument Long Spit with beautiful shell beaches, freshwater reservoirs and a diverse wildlife. Dolzhanskaya is considered one of the best resorts in the Sea of ​​Azov.

Lake Khanskoe

Salt lake on the territory of the Yeysk region, located about 50 km from the city. Previously, it connected with the Sea of ​​Azov, but gradually, as a result of natural processes, an embankment of shell rock and sand was formed, turning the bay into an independent reservoir. Khan Lake has a shallow depth of 1.8 meters, it extends for as much as 19 km in length and 7 km in width.

Yeysk beaches

Yeysk is a sea resort, it is interesting for tourists, first of all, for its beaches. The total length of the coastline is small - only 2.5 km. There are several swimming areas on this small stretch. The most famous beaches are Central, Youth, Children's and on the street. Freedom. There are several wild beaches in the vicinity, there is even a specially designated area for nudists.