Basic moments
From the west, urban development is bounded by Mount Fortress, on top of which rises the famous fortress. The towers and walls of the ancient fort are among the oldest buildings preserved in Sudak. From the north, the city is closed by Mount Taraktash or "Stone Comb", and its eastern part rests on the reserved cape Alchak. Many come to this cape for the sake of wonderful seaside landscapes and interesting natural monument- a through grotto of the Aeolian Harp.
In the center of Sudak, you can see the Church of the Intercession, built in the first half of the 19th century. Another popular tourist attraction is the famous Sudak water park, which is located in the southern, resort part of the city.
Travelers come to Sudak for the wonderful mild climate, excellent beach holiday and warm sea. Along the coastline stretched several good beaches covered with quartz sand. The swimming season lasts 138-140 days, and the number of sunny hours is 2550 per year, which is more than in Yalta (2220).
The city has a well-developed tourist infrastructure. Many hotels, boarding houses and guest houses have been built here, so there are no problems with accommodation. Offers from the private sector are especially popular. Rest in Sudak apartments, rooms and cottages is cheaper than in major cities South Shore Crimea.
Sudak has entertainment centers, museums, historical and natural attractions. The seaside town is small, so transportation from one end to the other is not needed. Walking tours are also possible in the vicinity of Sudak. In addition, local travel agencies offer everyone a lot interesting excursions with a visit to the most famous sights of the Crimean peninsula.
History of Sudak
The coastal settlement near the river flowing into the sea was founded in 212 by the Sughds. This name was borne by one of the tribes of the peoples of the Adyghe group. In the Middle Ages, the Crimean city was called differently: the Italians spoke of it "Soldaya", and the Greeks - "Sugdeya". The city expanded and grew due to merchants who sailed here from Italy and Greece, as well as artisans who came to work.
In the VI century, the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I the Great decided to build fortifications on the Crimean coast. The city reached its greatest prosperity in the XII-XIII centuries, when the routes of the Great Silk Road were laid past it. In the middle of the XIV century, Soldaya was captured by the Genoese, and in 1475 by the army of the Ottoman Empire. The period of Turkish rule adversely affected the city. It fell into decay, and the number of people living here from year to year became less.
In 1783, Sudak, like other Crimean cities, became part of the Russian Empire. During the years of the Great Patriotic War this part of the Crimea was subjected to German-Romanian occupation, and when peace came, Sudak began to develop as a health resort and a center for winemaking.
Medieval fort and museum
The Genoese fortress is located in the western part of the city, not far from the sea coast, on top of the Fortress Mountain. The fortifications rise noticeably above the city blocks and therefore are visible from afar - both from Sudak itself and from the sea.
The exact time of the construction of the fortress is not known. Some historians believe that it appeared in Sudak in the 6th century by order of the ruler of the Byzantine Empire, Justinian I the Great. After the Byzantines, the Genoese took over the Crimea, who significantly rebuilt and strengthened the defensive structures.
Today majestic medieval fortress has become a popular tourist attraction. It covers an area of 30 hectares and is open to visitors every day: from May to September - from 8.00 to 19.00, and from October to April - from 9.00 to 17.00. Entrance to the territory is paid. You can explore the ancient fort on your own or with a guide.
The Genoese fortress has two lines of defense - external and internal. The outer line stretches along the northern slopes of the Fortress Mountain and consists of 14 towers and the Main Gate. The towers in this area of defense are up to 15 m high, and the walls between them are 6-8 m, with a thickness of up to 2 meters. The internal line of defense includes 4 towers. At the very top of the Fortress Mountain rises the Watch Tower, which is also called the Maiden Tower.
In the ancient fortress there is a massive stone building, known as the "arcade temple". This iconic building has interesting story. In the XIII century, the Seljuk Turks erected the Padishah-Jami mosque in the Sudak fortress. When the Turkish rule ended, the Muslim temple was converted into a Greek Orthodox church, and the Genoese who came to power used it as a temple for Catholic worship.
In the 15th century, the Ottoman Turks settled on the peninsula, and they turned the religious building into a mosque. Time passed, Crimea became part of the Russian Empire, and an Orthodox church was again created here, consecrating it in honor of the Apostle Matthew. Approximately 600 years after its construction, in 1817 this church was closed due to dilapidation. However, the history of the ancient temple did not end there. In the 80s of the XIX century, it was restored and began to be used as an Armenian Catholic church.
Divine services here were interrupted in 1924 by the decision of the city authorities. Two years later, a museum was opened in an old stone building, telling about the history of the city of Sudak and the Genoese fortress. This museum is located in the former temple today.
For several years now, in the middle of summer, a large-scale holiday has been held in the ancient Genoese fortress - the colorful festival "Genoese Helmet". It is attended by members of historical reconstruction clubs, fencers, as well as residents of the city and tourists who came to Sudak. During the festival, exciting knightly tournaments and a spectacular storming of the fortress take place. Master classes are held for guests, where you can learn pottery and blacksmithing, as well as try on knightly armor.
Tower of Astagver (Portovaya) and the ancient temple of the Twelve Apostles
The Astagvera Tower and the Temple of the Twelve Apostles are located on a rocky hill to the west of the Genoese Fort, 150 meters north of the seashore. Previously, a section of the fortress wall adjoined the Astagver tower, which connected it with the Corner tower of the main fortification. The fortification was built in 1386 to protect the city's port. The place was chosen well - between two rocky peaks. The tower was named after the commandant of Soldaya, Federico Astagver.
On the masonry of the tower, you can see many bas-relief slabs on which crosses of various sizes are carved. Researchers believe that these are tombstones that the builders brought from a nearby cemetery. All walls, except for the northern one, are plastered. Closed on all sides, the three-story tower stands on a massive square foundation and has four tiers. There are loopholes on each wall so that the defenders can fire in any direction. In addition, battlements were made at the very top of the tower, which provided protection for the archers.
The ancient builders thought of everything to the smallest detail and made sure that the people who defended the tower could stay in it for a long time. On both sides of the fortification, large containers were carved into the rocky ground, filled with water from a small mountain stream, so medieval warriors were always provided with a sufficient supply of drinking water.
Near the tower of Astagver, on a rocky hill stands ancient temple Twelve Apostles. Soldaya was a trading city and grew from the seaside part. Near the city port there were houses of residents, merchant shops, craft workshops and outbuildings. During archaeological excavations in this part of Sudak, coins and ceramics of the 3rd-4th centuries were found.
In the X-XII centuries, a small stone basilica was built for the inhabitants of the harbor. From the hewn stone slabs in the church, they made one five-sided apse and consecrated the temple in honor of the prophet Elijah.
In those days, the coastline looked different. Over the past centuries, the water level in the Black Sea has risen by 3-4 m, the rising sea water has swallowed up the coastline, and the old harbor is now located at the bottom of the sea. However, the ancient basilica with a gable roof was erected on a hill and has survived to this day next to the majestic Port Tower.
It is known that before World War II, inside the temple, one could see a wall image of Jesus Christ and his closest disciples gathered for the Last Supper, which is why ancient church the new name was fixed. It began to be called the Temple of the Twelve Apostles. In 2009, it was restored, and now it is a functioning Orthodox church.
Temples in Sudak
The Church of the Intercession of the Virgin rises in the center of Sudak, 0.65 km southeast of the bus station, on the street. Lenina, 27. This temple was founded in 1819 and began to be built on donations from the townspeople. However, the collected money was not enough, the construction dragged on and was completed only in the 1840s. The church, consecrated in honor of the Intercession of the Virgin, is interesting as a place where members of the Russian imperial family came several times.
Services in the temple were held until 1936, then, during the period of an active anti-religious campaign, it was closed to believers, and the bell tower was destroyed. During the Nazi occupation, the church was reopened to parishioners. She received the inhabitants of Sudak until 1962, when the temple was again closed by decision of the authorities. Inside the cult building, the Palace of Pioneers began to work, and after it - repair shops. In the early 1990s, the old church was restored.
The cross-domed temple has entrances from three sides. According to the architectural traditions of the mid-19th century, they are decorated with columns and triangular pediments. To the left and right of the doorway you can see beautiful mosaics depicting saints. Today the temple is active and is open as a courtyard of the Kiziltash monastery.
Another, more ancient temple - the church of St. Paraskeva is located on western outskirts Sudak, on Primorskaya street, 13. It is located in the center of modern resort village Cozy, under the walls of the Genoese fortress.
Historians believe that the small church was built in the 10th-12th centuries. This is a one-story stone building with a gable roof covered with tiles. In former times, it was located around large cemetery, but today only two tombstones have been preserved from the old churchyard. One slab stands on the grave where the family members of the scientist Christian Steven are buried, the same one, thanks to whom the famous Nikitsky was founded. Botanical Garden. The second tombstone covers the grave of the St. Petersburg artist Kondaraki.
Nowadays, the church of Paraskeva Pyatnitsa has been well restored, and divine services are regularly held in it. Near the Orthodox church you can see a one-story building of the Lutheran church. It appeared in Sudak at the end of the 19th century for members of the German colony, whose members began to settle near the Genoese fortress from 1805.
Museum "Dacha Funka"
To the east of the Genoese fortress, in a beautiful two-story house that appeared in Sudak at the beginning of the 20th century, there is an interesting historical Museum(Ushakova street, 1). It got its name from the name of the owner of the house - Fedor Fedorovich Funk, the manager of the estate of K. A. Gorchakov.
Museum exhibits occupy four halls. The first of them exhibits archaeological finds dating back to the Paleolithic. At the "Dacha Funk" you can see objects from the settlement of the Taurians, the sanctuary of the Goths, the Alanian burial ground and the ancient Greek fort. The second and third halls of the museum are dedicated to the history of Sudak during the reign of the Byzantines, Khazars and Venetians. The last hall of the museum exhibition tells about the periods of the Principality of Theodoro and the Ottoman Empire. "Dacha Funka" is open to visitors daily, except Monday, from 9.00 to 18.00.
Excursion to Cape Alchak-kaya
Cape Alchak-kaya limits the urban development of Sudak from the east. Today it is a protected area, and for travelers the entrance is paid. Located on the seashore, a hill is all that remains of an ancient coral reef. Alchak-kaya received the status of a natural monument in 1988, and today it is protected by local forestry.
At the foot of the cape, where the small Suuk-su river flows into the Black Sea, archaeologists have found a Bronze Age site, as well as coins minted in the 3rd century, when Bosporan kingdom. Walking along the picturesque cape takes about an hour and a half. tourist trail surrounded by thickets of pistachio trees, barberries and bushes of prickly rose hips.
From the top point of Alchak-kai (152 m) a beautiful panorama of the sea coast opens up. From here you can clearly see the Genoese fortress and the resort part of Sudak. On the slope facing the city, there is a through grotto of the Aeolian Harp, which was formed in the rock as a result of centuries of erosion.
Water entertainment center
Known to all Crimeans, the Sudak water park is located in the southern part of the city, at the foot of Alchak-Kaya Mountain, at the address: st. Gagarin, 79. Its territory adjoins the city embankment and is only a hundred meters away from the sea. The water park in Sudak is open during the summer tourist season, every day, from 10.00 to 18.00.
For visitors, there are 6 pools and 9 slides-attractions, the height of which ranges from 10 to 14 m. The spacious pool has a three-level depth, fountains, a jacuzzi and a river with a counter-flow.
For young visitors to the water park, a separate pool has been created with a three-level depth, safe for swimming for kids from 2 years old. The children's pool has three slides, fountains and an entertaining sports complex in the form of a ship. It is very important that the pool for children is equipped with autonomous water purification and disinfection systems.
Restaurants and cafes
Public catering is developed in Sudak, so there are many restaurants, cafes, canteens, eateries and bars in the city. In most of them, prices are about the same, only establishments on the waterfront sell with a noticeable markup.
During the summer tourist season, boiled corn, waffle sticks with condensed milk, baklava, chak-chak, fresh raspberries, mulberries and peaches, smoked perch, manti, pilaf, as well as mashed potatoes with meatballs and salad are sold on the beaches of Sudak.
A lot of fast food is also presented on Cypress Alley. Here, travelers can buy rolls with chicken, fragrant pastries chir-chir - a local analogue of cheburek and triangular pies - samsa baked in the tandoor.
During your vacation in Sudak, you should try dishes of Crimean cuisine. Local culinary traditions have been formed for many centuries. Despite the fact that the peninsula is inhabited by representatives of more than 80 nationalities, the dishes of the Crimean Tatars give the original flavor to the local cuisine. These are, first of all, meat treats: "kubete" - a pie stuffed with lamb, potatoes and onions; "Yufahash" - small dumplings with lamb, which are usually eaten with broth, where they were cooked; sarma - meat "stuffed cabbage rolls" wrapped in grape leaves, and, of course, the Crimean lagman - hearty, rich lamb soup with vegetables and special noodles.
No less tasty and varied are the dishes of traditional Karaite cuisine: “buber dolmasy” - peppers stuffed with vegetables, duck under dough, Karaite pies, meatballs with nuts and raisins, turkey with quince, as well as melon jam with dogwood.
In Sudak, you should try fried Black Sea fish - red mullet, as well as dishes from flounder and mullet. Some restaurants in the city serve perfectly cooked julienne of mussels and rapans.
Taste Crimean holiday would be incomplete without a fragrant jam made from rose petals, dogwood or quince. Also excellent Crimean wines are sold in Sudak. Massandra wines are famous for their excellent quality and aroma. It is desirable to use them chilled to +16 ºС. And tea lovers will certainly appreciate fragrant Crimean teas with mountain herbs.
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How to get there
The nearest airport to Sudak is located 107 km from the city, in Simferopol. It accepts flights from Moscow and other major cities Russia. From the Simferopol bus station to Sudak several times a day there are direct and passing regular buses. IN holiday season they start running at 5.30 and end at 20.30. Buses run frequently, every 20 minutes. The road to Sudak takes about two hours. In addition, if desired, you can take a taxi to the coast.
During the high season, people come to Sudak using the “Single Ticket” provided by Russian Railways. To do this, they get to Krasnodar or Anapa by train, and then they get to Sudak by bus through the ferry crossing Port Kavkaz - Port Krym.
There are regular flights from Sudak bus routes to Feodosia, Sevastopol and the New World. In addition, many buses run daily from the city bus station, connecting Sudak with the nearest resort suburbs.
Sudak is one of oldest cities Crimea. According to archaeologists and historians, it is almost 2 thousand years old! For such a long life, the city has seen a lot, as evidenced by its unique sights. But most of all it is famous for its mild climate and beaches with quartz sands. Perhaps, few people do not know where Sudak is located. But how to get to it with the least expenditure of time and money, not everyone can answer. We offer to consider all the options available today in order to choose the most suitable one. In addition, we offer information about Sudak, useful to every tourist.
We decided to start reviewing routes by specifying the location of the city. If you look at the map of the wonderful Crimean peninsula, you will find Sudak on its southeastern coast, approximately in the middle between Alushta, which is 47 km in a straight line, and Feodosia. To the last in a straight line, respectively, 42 km. Closer to other settlements from Sudak is the famous village of Novy Svet. It is only 7 km away. It is so small that sports holidaymakers can walk there. The rest will be driven by any minibus in 10 minutes. The next most remote and also very popular point for tourists is Cape Meganom. It is twice as far away as the New World. The distance is 15 km and the travel time is about 25 minutes.
Almost all vacationers are interested in where Sudak is located in relation to the capital of the peninsula, Simferopol. This question is not idle, but practical, because it is here that planes arrive from Russia. So, Sudak lies 107 km to the southeast from Simferopol.
The location of Sudak in relation to Kerch is also important, where the crossing to the peninsula is carried out. On the highway between these cities 153 km.
The mileage between Sudak and other significant ones is as follows:
To Feodosia by road 55 km;
To Alushta on the highway 93 km;
To Yalta - 131 km;
To Sevastopol - 181 km.
Nature of Sudak
Tourists who are going on vacation to see many interesting and beautiful places are interested in where Sudak is located in relation to natural attractions. This city was built on Black Sea coast in the Sudak Bay and at the same time in the picturesque valley formed along the banks of the Sudak River. From cold northern winds the city is covered by a mountain range, overgrown with beech forests and oak forests, in which interspersed with pine forests and juniper groves. From the west, the peace of Sudak is guarded by Mount Fortress, at the foot of which it is located, and from the east - popular with vacationers
How to get to Sudak quickly and comfortably
You can get to Crimea in the following ways:
By plane;
By train;
By bus;
By car.
It is more convenient and faster, of course, to fly by plane. The airport is located in Simferopol. There are flights from Moscow to Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo. Flight time is just over 2 hours. Airplanes also fly to Simferopol in the summer from St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk and two dozen other Russian cities. Travel time and ticket price depend on the starting point of departure and the class of the airliner.
How to get to Sudak from Simferopol airport? Simple enough. If you need to go faster and the price doesn't matter, then a taxi will do. You will have to pay for the service from 2500 rubles. If you do not want to spend a lot of money on the road, then at the airport you need to take a bus to the bus station, and then use the regular bus. They run from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm. The road to Sudak takes 2 and a quarter hours, the ticket price is from 250 rubles.
How to get to Sudak by rail
Previously, it was easy, cheap and comfortable to travel from Russia by train. Now this option has become somewhat more complicated, and the number of trains has decreased. How to get to Sudak by train at the moment? You need to follow to any city located near the Kerch crossing. These are Novorossiysk, Slavyansk, Anapa. Cross the strait on a ferry. Next, take a bus ticket, for example, to Simferopol or to Feodosia, and if flights are suitable in time, then directly to Sudak. From Simferopol it takes about two hours to get there on a flat road. The serpentine begins just a few kilometers from the city, and there are always enough flights to the capital of Crimea. From Feodosia, the path is shorter, but the road winds a lot, which is not suitable for all people because of their health, and buses run once an hour. There are no direct trains from Russia to Crimea yet.
How to get to Sudak by car
Here you can choose from two options. The first is to take a regular bus. Now routes to the Crimea in the city of Sudak exist from many Russian cities. In particular, buses depart from Moscow from Novoyasenevskaya station. There are also private carriers whose transport departs from different parts of the capital. It will take about 30 hours to travel by regular bus. This option is chosen by those who like to enjoy the views from the windows on the road. For those who are not very interested, traveling in the summer in the heat for more than a day on a bus, especially with children, is not very convenient.
It used to be possible to get to the Crimea by car along the Simferopol highway. Now the route has become much more difficult. Russian motorists should follow to the Kerch crossing, take a ferry ticket, and then go to Sudak. By the way, regular buses from Russia follow the same route, but they are allowed on the ferry out of turn.
single ticket
Now in the Crimea - in the city of Sudak and others settlements peninsulas - can be reached by single ticket. The idea of the Russian authorities was good and consisted in the fact that passengers bought one ticket, which included travel either to Krasnodar, transfer to the bus to the crossing, following the ferry across the Kerch Strait, then travel by bus to Kerch, and from there by another bus to desired city Crimea. This method is convenient in that you do not need to push in queues at the cash desk, because on the entire route, passengers are waiting for specially allocated vehicles. The disadvantages of this method are that people have to make multiple transfers, which means unloading and loading their luggage.
Climate
The fact that Sudak is surrounded by mountains on both sides plays an important role in the formation of special weather conditions that make holidays in this resort especially enjoyable. Precipitation here is two times less than in Yalta, and the sun shines in the sky for 2550 hours a year. The sea temperature in Sudak is slightly warmer than in other Black Sea resorts, since there are practically no cold currents in the coastal waters. But all the same, in June the water is still cool, as it only manages to warm up to 19°C. Thermometers show about the same amount in October. The swimming season for adults and children here opens in July and lasts until the second decade of September. The sea temperature in Sudak during this period reaches 23°C. From about the 15th of September, the water begins to noticeably cool down. By the end of the month, its temperature drops to 20 ° C, but many vacationers during the day, when the sun is generously shining, still swim.
The air temperature in Sudak is quite comfortable in June and early autumn, and at the peak of the season, heat reigns here, sometimes reaching 38 ° C.
Where to stay, where to eat
Rest in Sudak by the sea is always bright and memorable. Almost all tourists note that very friendly and smiling people live here. In the resort part of the city, literally on every street, the doors of private hotels, guest houses, just farmsteads are hospitably open, where rooms for every taste and budget are rented. Therefore, do not worry about where to stay in Sudak. Room prices depend on the amenities provided and the distance from the sea. On average, for a good room with amenities on the second line, they ask from 450 rubles per night. On the first line, that is, by the sea, for the same number you will have to pay from 700-800 rubles.
There are no problems with food in Sudak either. Cafes, canteens and restaurants are plentiful here, and the closer to the coast, the higher the prices, although this does not affect the quality of the dishes. On average, lunches in canteens and cafes cost 100-150 rubles.
For those who go on vacation on a budget, there is another option - to buy food in supermarkets, for example, in PUD, and cook on their own.
Things to do
Pike perch in the summer is very noisy and cheerful. It is most comfortable for young people and everyone who loves enchanting parties. Preferring relaxing holiday you need to go to Sudak in September, when many discos, bars and nightclubs are closed.
During the day, most vacationers rush to the beaches, which is why they are crowded during the season. The beaches in Sudak are small-pebble, with quartz sand and mixed. Entrance to both of them is free, but you will have to fork out for a sunbed and an umbrella. The set costs from 100 rubles for 1 hour. Each beach offers a host of attractions, from a safe catamaran and the now familiar "banana" to an extreme parachute flight.
In addition to the beach, Crimea offers a lot of interesting things. In Sudak, entertainment for children, their parents and young people can be found in a wide range. Firstly, this is a huge water park, the reviews of which are the most favorable. In addition, at the resort you can take sea and horse rides, go on excursions in the New World and at the Sudak winery, climb the Genoese fortress, walk along and admire its two palaces, have fun on the rides, enjoy the beauty
In Crimea, in every corner there is something to see and where to relax for your own pleasure, but many people like the city of Sudak the most. Impressions about the rest in it remain the most vivid! City of Sudak- this is a real pearl of the southeast coast.
This small town is full of sights and curiosities. This is a resort with a rich history, developed infrastructure, it will definitely be of interest to everyone, regardless of hobbies, age or gender. For lovers of a family beach holiday, there is not only a chic promenade with free beaches and water park.
And lovers active rest can try to climb Cape Alchak or make walking tour around the area to admire the picturesque natural scenery. Gourmets can taste here the most exquisite wines from Massandra.
The most striking attraction of Sudak is the Genoese fortress, a historical monument of the XI-XIV centuries. The fortress is clearly visible from the city and from the embankment; on a non-hot day, you can go on an excursion there. When planning their vacation, many choose to rest in the TOK "Sudak", flattered by the fact that this complex goes directly to the Sudak embankment, which means that it is very close to the beach.
The beaches in Sudak are sandy and pebbly, and the mild and arid climate of this region contributes to the fact that almost every day of spring, summer and autumn is beachy here, and the sea is always clean and gentle.
More than a decade ago, middle-income people chose it for recreation - after all, prices here are lower than Yalta, and it still remains attractive to many. Sidagios, Sugdeya, Soldaya, Sourozh and finally - Sudak. Once upon a time, this ancient city was inhabited for the most part by merchants, artisans and merchants from different countries, today it is one of the most popular Crimean resorts.
Geographical position
Sudak is located in the southeast of Crimea, between Alushta and Feodosia, it occupies the coastal mountainous part of the peninsula. The resort is notable for its peculiar landscapes, which at the same time differ from the reliefs, for example, the same Big Yalta: the mountains do not differ in special height differences, there is no such lush and impressive variety of tropical vegetation. The climate in the resort is quite hot, and the air is sometimes even dry.
 
Transport connection
Getting here is easy - from Simferopol, right from railway station(bus station "Kurortnaya"), as well as from the Central Bus Station, minibuses and buses run regularly. For the most part, everyone takes a taxi from the airport, ordering it in advance or taking it locally (today, a new and modern airport is being built in Simferopol). You can also get to the peninsula through the ferry, it will be completed soon Crimean bridge. In Sudak itself, minibuses are the main means of transportation.
Our advice: do it early!
Sudak beach
The Sudak bay is protected from two sides by capes (Alchak and Mount Fortress), as a result of which it is rarely windy here, so the water is clear and clean, and the shallow sea is well warmed up by the sun. The beaches can be called healing - the quartz sand that covers them has bactericidal properties and, warmed by the sun, has a beneficial effect on the microcirculation of blood vessels, metabolism.
The beaches are mostly free, but those that belong to the boarding houses, the entry of outsiders, as a rule, is prohibited. On the outskirts there are also wild, poorly equipped, rocky beaches.
Tourism infrastructure
The most striking impression of the city is the Genoese fortress, striking with its majestic beauty and coloring. By the way, for its rather "middle-aged" age (about six centuries), the citadel is quite decently preserved, much better than the rest of the Genoese fortresses of the Crimea.
Sudak as a resort
Walking around the city, you can see the monuments of architecture. One of the earliest monuments of the Russian period in the history of Crimea is the Holy Intercession Church. The surroundings are famous for their picturesque views - those who enjoy the views of the most beautiful rocks and fertile valleys will like it here:
The city of Sudak is a small and rather calm resort, however, during the season its population increases several times. Among the vacationers, there are mainly parents with children, as well as young people and older people who prefer to relax in a not very noisy and picturesque place. Young people will have a place to have fun - right in the center of the city, not far from the embankment, nightclubs are located, where guests can enjoy discos, cocktail bars, and restaurants.
For a summer holiday in Sudak, today we offer a wide range of various hotels, hotels and boarding houses for a calm and safe rest in Crimea
The city of Sudak is located on the southeastern coast of the Crimean peninsula, the administrative territory of the city stretches along the coast to Feodosia, located outside the main ridge of the Crimean Mountains. The city lies in the southern part of the Sudak valley on the shores of the Sudak bay of the Black Sea. The coast of Sudak mainly consists of sandy beach mixed with small pebbles.
Here you can safely combine rest in Sudak, treatment and hiking in the surroundings. The beginning of the swimming season coincides with May holidays and ends during the grape harvest in October.
Sudak Bay is one of the most beautiful bays in Crimea. From the east, its border is Cape Alchak, from the west - Mount Fortress, with the most important sight of the city - the Genoese fortress
It is useless to compare Sudak with other Crimean cities. This place is distinguished by something inexpressible, has its own aura and wild charm. Clean air, dry climate, warm Mediterranean winters, soft contours of the mountains, the proximity of the beautiful New World and the only dormant volcano in Ukraine - all this makes the rest unforgettable at any time of the year.
Benefits of rest in Sudak
The city of Sudak has a long history, and last years he strives to become one of the main leaders of the Crimean resort industry. To achieve this goal, you have many advantages, such as:
- favorable weather and climatic conditions;
- long bathing season;
-widely developed tourist infrastructure in the city and nearby villages;
- a huge selection of various housing provided by the local population, hotels, hotels and boarding houses;
- and, most importantly, all at more liberal and democratic prices when compared with the South Coast region. All of the above greatly enhances the position of this resort, and gives reason to assume that holidays in Sudak will become very popular in Crimea in the coming years .
Sudak… A short name, a small town – and a long trail of history. In the Middle Ages, the inhabitants of Sugdea believed that the city arose in 212 AD. In the middle of the 19th century, this was confirmed: on the island of Khalka in the Mediterranean Sea, in one of the monasteries, a handwritten sacred book was discovered with a mention of the fortress of Sugdeya, built in 5720 “from the creation of the world”, which really corresponds to 212 AD. in modern chronology.
The emergence of the city and its name are associated with the Alans, Iranian-speaking tribes - the ancestors of modern Ossetians, who appeared on the peninsula in the II - III centuries AD. during the Great Migration. The word Sugda has Iranian roots and is translated as "holy", "blameless". The first mention in the literature fell on the UP century, when the city of Sogdabon was named among the Black Sea cities and its location was indicated. It was this favorable position in all respects - a beautiful, fertile valley, convenient bays - that made the city desirable for its many conquerors of different eras: the Khazars, Pechenegs, Polovtsians (Kipchaks), Venetians, Seljuk Turks, Genoese ...
At the end of the 10th century the city becomes large international center, merchants from all over the world meet here - from Western Europe, North Africa, Asia Minor, India, China ... The Arab historian Ibn-al-Asir wrote in 1198: “This city of the Kipchaks, from which they receive their goods, and ships with clothes stick to it, the latter are sold, and girls and slaves, furs, beavers and other things that are in their land. From the West, English cloth, weapons, jewelry were brought to Sugdeya, from Egypt and Syria - cotton fabrics, dates, from India - precious stones, from China - silk. Sugdeya had extensive and varied relations with Russia. Russian goods were delivered here along the Dnieper, and then by sea. The presence of Russians in Sugdeya in the 20th - 13th centuries is confirmed by numerous archaeological finds and written evidence. During this period, the city is also called Surozh.
Rest in Sudak: description and history of the city
Since the beginning of the 13th century, the Venetians have owned the city for a century and a half. During this time, others are trying to take over the city: in 1221, the Seljuk Turks attacked Sugdeya, in 1223 - the Mongols-Tatars. In 1365, the city was suddenly attacked by the Genoese - they took it by storm and captured 18 villages in the district. The Genoese call Sugdea Soldaya, and this name was retained for five centuries, as long as the dominion of Genoa on the coast lasted. As a result of the policy of Genoa on the peninsula, the city loses its importance as a port, and becomes the center of an agricultural district.
As a resort, Sudak becomes famous only at the end of the 19th century, it is called "a place of rest for students and intellectuals", which indicates its accessibility and cheapness. As stated in the popular guide G.G. Moskvich in 1901, about 1000 people lived in Sudak at that time, and about the same number came annually for summer holidays. The author explains the increased popularity of Sudak in this way: “The overcrowding of Yalta and its environs makes many pay attention to Sudak, with its less hot summers, excellent swimming, space for festivities ...” (It should be added - less expensive, affordable housing. This trend continues and Nowadays). Basic Income local residents brought trade in grapes and wine, which, coupled with the "space for walking" compensated for the lack of resort services for vacationers.
Today, ancient Sudak is the promised land for tourists, its surroundings are not inferior in number historical monuments the most famous centers of world civilizations. Undoubtedly, the most famous monument is the fortress built by the Genoese in 1365. Built according to the project of the Genoese military engineers, it was slowly, year after year, erected by the hands of local residents on a relic coral reef impregnable from the south. The Sudak fortress, perfectly preserved to this day, is rightfully considered a model of medieval Western European fortification. It is a monument of world importance, a museum-reserve that attracts numerous tourists from all over the world.
On the territory of the Sudak Genoese fortress, theatrical performances, historical reconstruction of the battles of past eras, jousting tournaments, in which sometimes several hundred people take part, are regularly held.
The fortress in Sudak and its picturesque surroundings, like a magnet, attract filmmakers. In 2005, the fortress depicted the city of Yershalaim, and the nearby hill, on which three crosses were installed, was Golgotha. Here they filmed the darkest of the series of the film "The Master and Margarita" based on the novel by M. A. Bulgakov.
The episode of fishing "at the Black Rock" for the comedy "The Diamond Hand" was also filmed in the vicinity of Sudak. Filming took place in the summer, but the water was only 8 degrees, as it happens because of the “surging”, coastal wind that blows the warm layer into the open sea. Papanov's emotional exclamation "Idiot!!!" was addressed not to the hero of Andrei Mironov, but to the cameraman, due to whose oversight, it took another take to be filmed.
The main value for vacationers has been and remains the magnificent climate of the Sudak Valley (sun hours in Sudak 2550), warm sea, picturesque surroundings - and beautiful.
The beaches of Sudak are sandy, sometimes turning into small pebbles.
The beaches of Sudak are sandy, sometimes turning into small pebbles. The length of the beach is more than three and a half kilometers, the width is from ten to thirty meters. Sea bottom flat, gradually decreasing. Sudak Bay is protected from the west - by the Fortress Hill (on which the fortress rises), from the east - by Cape Alchak (low), which protrudes far into the sea, from the north - by the mountains of Perch (maned) and Mount St. George (Ai-George). To the east of Sudak, behind Cape Alchak, there is Kapsel Bay with numerous picturesque bays covered by low elevations. The total length of the beaches of Kapsel Bay is about 7 km. True, the beaches of Kapsel are quite rocky, but there is always clean, clear water. The Sudak valley stretches along the coast from Sudak to Cape Meganom (translated from Greek - populous).
In the vicinity of Sudak, massifs of tree-like juniper and Stankevich pine have been preserved. The abundance of phytoncides emitted by them, coupled with the healing sea breeze create ideal conditions for climate therapy. Thanks to such a natural “environment”, Sudak has an ideal climate for recreation not only in summer, but in the off-season.
Despite the fact that the city itself is small, the infrastructure here is quite developed. Almost at every step there are cafes, restaurants, ice cream - for every taste, an abundance of vegetables and fruits and a wide selection of excellent Crimean wines. No wonder the Sudak Valley is traditionally considered the cradle of Crimean winemaking.
Beautiful cypress alley - almost the center of the city. It is pleasant to walk here in the evenings, at night it is a place of youth "hanging out".
The real "highlight" of the rest in Sudak was the water park, which in a short time became famous far beyond the borders of Crimea. According to the results of an independent consumer rating, the Sudak water park is recognized as the best in the Crimea. The water park in Sudak is a place where there is everything you need for a pleasant and fun holiday: various slides, jumping towers, artificial beaches, interconnected pools and ponds. By the way, at night everything is cheaper here and the influx of visitors is much less.
Importantly, in Sudak you can find accommodation for every taste: solid hotels, mini-boarding houses, well-deserved health resorts of the Soviet era, and private sector. The price of the issue depends solely on the desires and capabilities of the guests of Sudak.
The resort of Sudak includes the city itself, the village of Novy Svet, the village of Morskoye and the village of Solnechnaya Dolina. Each place is interesting and unique in its own way and provides all the opportunities for a good rest and recovery.
Sudak - resort town With great story. At different times it was called differently: Sugdeya and Sidagios - Byzantines, Soldaya - Italians, Surozh - ancient Russian sources. The current name of the city was during the Ottoman Empire. You can learn more about the history of the city in the museum on the territory of the fortress.
Where is
Sudak is located on the border of two climatic zones: steppe and Mediterranean, 47 km northeast of and 42 km southwest of. If you go for a walk to the Alchak-Kaya mountain, you will see plants typical of the steppe zone. There are mountains in the northern part of the city, in the area of Fortress Mountain you can see the Crimean pine, juniper and other plants of the Mediterranean climatic zone. For those who are going to Crimea for the first time, everything will be new. The place you choose will probably give you an impression of the entire peninsula. Beauty, the hero city is on everyone's lips and is sure to impress. But this big cities, and you are tired of the hustle and bustle and are planning a vacation in a small but cozy place, so the city of Sudak, located on, or rather in the southeast of the coast, will suit you like no other.
Everything in this city is conducive to wonderful holiday: magnificent nature and weather; developed infrastructure; historical sights.
Sudak Bay is protected from bad weather by rocks on both sides (Krepostnoy and Alchak-Kaya). The beach line has a length of more than three and a half kilometers. Any vacationer can choose a beach to his taste: with quartz sand, with small pebbles, sandy. Entry into the sea is convenient: sand and small pebbles, so special shoes are not needed. Also, the advantages of the Sudak Bay include the fact that there is a pedestrian zone along the embankment. Therefore, relaxing on the beach, you will really breathe the cleanest air.
Where to stay in Sudak?
Everyone can find housing in Sudak to their taste and budget: hotels, hostels, private houses and apartments. When choosing a hotel, you need to be careful, since the “all inclusive” mark does not mean free internet, free food, etc. It is better to call the hotel and make sure that certain services are available.
If a tourist came to Sudak in order to improve his health, then the Sokol health complex will be an excellent place to relax, where qualified doctors perform various preventive procedures for the respiratory system. The advantages of recreation in the "Sokol" can also be attributed to its location - all the famous sights of the city are a few steps away from the complex. People who have enough money can fit in the Soldeya Hotel, which is located at the foot of the Genoese fortress. During the existence of the hotel, not a single visitor complained about its cuisine or the level of service.
Some local residents of Sudak offer their accommodation services to tourists. This option will be an excellent solution for people who find themselves in Sudak passing through, or for those who simply do not have enough money to stay in a hotel or health complex. There are enough private places to live in the city a large number of, however, it is worth remembering that at a low price, most likely, a room that is located away from the center and city attractions will be rented out. However, the chance of getting to a remote area is quite small, since the town itself is quite small.
The cost of housing depends on the degree of remoteness from the sea. For the convenience of vacationers and local residents, bus routes run around the city that will take you from any part of the city to the center and to the sea. Wherever you live, everything you need will be nearby. Shops, pharmacy kiosks, payment terminals (many still work only with cash) can be found in any area of the city.
Places of interest (attractions and entertainment) in Sudak
Most entertainment venues are located on Cypress Alley, a pedestrian street that leads to the city beach. Night clubs, restaurants with cuisine of different nations, cafes and bistros are open until late every day. Almost every establishment has its own entertainment. Such a variety will satisfy any tourist. During the day you can visit the water park; go on an excursion; ride on water bikes, bananas.
On the seashore, standing on a rock ancient fortress- . There is a museum next to it. With its size, the museum is unlikely to surprise a tourist, but the information and artifacts that are stored in it can scare everyone. Another historical attraction is the German church. In the 19th century, a German colony was formed on the territory of Sudak. Before the deportation in 1941, Germans also lived here. To date, the district of the city of Uyutnoe has remained from the German colony. Also a must-see place is the Valley of Ghosts. The mystical feature of this ancient place is that the stones, in the process of many years of exposure to the forces of nature, have acquired human outlines. You can watch this bizarre phenomenon for hours. The bright sun will only beautify the view, as under the sun's rays the stones will begin to cast glare and seem more "alive". Some tourists consider this place creepy, while others experience incredible delight and admiration when walking through its expanses. Also, it was in the Valley of Ghosts that the well-known film “Prisoner of the Caucasus” was filmed. There is even a stone on which Varley danced. It is in order to take a photo for memory that many tourists come to this picturesque place.
In addition to the above attractions, the Alchak-Kaya tract is in great demand among tourists, next to which are the cape and rock of the same name. This place is ideal for people who like to sit alone with nature and think about life. Fresh air, emptiness around and birds singing will create an unusual and light atmosphere. If you move a little to the south, you can meet the famous Crab Island. It is mostly visited by thrill-seekers. Getting there involves surfing.
Crimea is magnificent in its originality. Wherever you go, you will be enchanted. But if Sudak becomes your first holiday destination on the peninsula, you will definitely come back again.
Where can you eat?
In small restaurants in Sudak, most often the menu is a resort food set. This means that there the tourist will be able to taste the local barbecue and traditional fish soup. lovers luxury places can visit the elite restaurant "Forezia". All the furniture there is covered with gilding, and the floor is covered with a chic carpet. The institution can also boast of its wonderful Turkish cuisine.
The peculiarities of nutrition in the town include the active distribution of small canteens. Of course, the “home dining room” is not a familiar catering. There you can taste dishes prepared almost at the restaurant level, but at a much lower price. If you look at reviews of such establishments, then this trend was liked not only by local residents, but also by visiting tourists.
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Population
| 1979 | 1989 | year 2001 | year 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | year 2012 |
| 11280 | 15390 | 14490 | 15110 | 15170 | 15300 | 15370 |
| year 2013 | year 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | ||
| 15450 | 16490 | 16600 | 16590 | 16750 |
How to get from Simferopol?
There are several ways to get from Simferopol to zander. The most common one is by bus. You can go both directly and bypass with a stop at the Morskoye settlement. If you travel all the way by car, then it will take much less time, since the ride will be carried out without stops. The distance between Simferopol and Sudak is about 100 km, which will take about an hour and a half by car.
Rest in Crimea is a rather demanded service. Rest in zander is not only a recovery, but also a lot of excursions and entertainment.
