Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall is the most powerful and full-flowing stream falling from a steep cliff in the Crimea. It has been given the status of a natural monument. Its water remains cold even on the hottest summer day. And when it falls on stones, it emits a characteristic murmur that can be heard from afar. Today it is a popular tourist attraction.
The height of the fall of the stream of the Jur-Jur waterfall exceeds 15 m. The width of the stream is 5 m. The mountain stream is located in the reserve. It is located in the Alushta region of Crimea, in the village of Solnechnogorskoe.
Entrance to the territory of the reserve is paid. To approach the Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall, you need to purchase a ticket for 100 rubles. Further, the guard will point to a log bridge that leads to an open observation deck. In the place where the water flows fall, a small pool is formed. Some visitors bathe in it, risking their lives. The fact is that along with the crystal jets of mountain streams, sharp stones fall down from a height of 15 meters.
Next to the Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall in Crimea, there is another natural attraction. We are talking about the cave complex of the same name. It is located just 500 meters from a mountain stream. If there isfree time, you can spend it on a walk around the waterfall. The places here are very beautiful. For those wishing to have a bite, locals offer traditional Crimean dishes.
Near the entrance to the territory of the reserve, where the Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall in Alushta is located, sellers of pies, snacks, drinks and all kinds of sweets are on duty. You won't leave hungry! Here, enterprising villagers offer to take beautiful memorable photos. They bring national costumes. Sometimes pets are brought in.
How to get to Jur-Jur waterfall?
To see this miracle of Crimean nature with your own eyes, you can take advantage of the offer of the tour desk and come to these places as part of an organized group. Independent tourists prefer public transport. They offer fixed-route taxis from Alushta.
Buses in the direction of the Jur-Jur waterfall run every hour. You should choose those routes that go to Generalskoe. Usually tourists take bus number 111. Landing on it is carried out on Sovietskaya Square in Alushta. Travel time is about sixty minutes. A ticket costs about 50 rubles.
After getting off at the local bus station, you need to continue your journey through the reserve. The hike will take an hour. Over two kilometers to be overcome. The climb is 150 meters. The alternative is a taxi ride. Local private traders charge 800 rubles for transportation. A group tour will cost about the same.
Khapkhal Nature Reserve
HydrologicalThe reserve began its work in 1974. At the moment, he is in charge of several natural monuments of the Crimean peninsula and a vast upland area. There are information boards along the hiking trails. They provide background information about the reserve.
The most valuable exhibits are clearly illustrated. There is a detailed map of the reserve with hiking trails and location of attractions.
Birth of a legend
Choosing a trip to the Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall by car, be prepared to make a difficult journey. The mountain stream owes its existence to the stormy and wayward river Ulu-Uzen. Bubbling and rumbling, it rushes down the sheer cliffs. The height of the fall of its channel exceeds 100 meters. The flow develops tremendous speed. There are three thresholds on her way.
The height of each cascade is comparable to a five-story building. The last one is the same Dzhur-Dzhur, to which thousands of tourists flock every year.
Traditions
It is believed that you need to climb the Ulu-Uzen river bed from the bottom up. The first font that meets on the way of tourists is called the Bath of Sins. Its icy waters wash away all the negativity and burden that has accumulated in a person’s soul. The second font is the bath of love. Those who are looking for a soul mate descend into it. The third font is the Bath of he alth. Her water grants travelers happiness and long life.
Visiting a fairy tale
The forest surrounding Dzhur-Dzhur is thick and dark. It smellsdampness. Dark green moss is visible everywhere. The mysterious outlines of bushes hide the exposed rocks behind them. Fancifully curved trees also contribute to the creation of a fabulous atmosphere. They say that one of them became a member of the feature film about Koshchei the Immortal. In its crown was a chest that kept the death of a forest villain.
Finding this tree is very easy. Its trunk stands out from other plants. If you look at it from one side, then its shape will resemble the head of a boar. If you look at the trunk from a different angle, you can see the head of a giant elephant with an elongated trunk. The path to this tree runs along the steps, which are formed by the roots of shrubs intertwined together.
There are wooden benches around, places for rest are equipped. For the entertainment of children, carved sculptures were installed. Lifting safety is ensured by massive handrails. A huge number of primroses grow around the trail. Lots of old oaks, pines, beeches, wild apple trees, walnuts. Rocks overgrown with moss alternate with open sunny meadows. St. John's wort, nettle, mint, euphorbia, wild rose, hawthorn, dogwood grow on them.
Dzhur-Dzhur cave complex
The gorge, into which all tourists who visit the waterfall are brought, is considered small by local standards. The length of the underground galleries is a little less than a kilometer. The entrance to the cave is hidden by hundred-year-old beech trees. During the war, Crimean partisans took a fancy to the vaults of the Dzhur-Dzhur cave. Therefore, on the territory adjacent to it, a lot of artifacts have been preserved,reminiscent of hostilities.
Road back
If you go down to the village of Generalskoye on foot, you will meet two paths on the way. One leads to the Valley of Ghosts, and the other winds around the Demerdzhi mountain range.
Autumn season
In summer, tourists crowd at the foot of the waterfall. It is almost impossible to stay alone with the crystal streams. Autumn is a great time for leisurely walks around the area. The local forest is dressing up. The green scale of his attire is replaced by bright shades of yellow, red and purple. In winter, the reserve is also open. Entrance is limited only when it snows. As soon as it melts, the reserve is open to visitors again.
Offers of travel agencies
The program "Secrets of the Blacksmith Mountains" is very popular among the guests of the Crimean peninsula. It is designed for eight hours. Starts early in the morning. Groups leave every day. The tour includes a bus ride and a hike. The program "Secrets of the Blacksmith Mountains" introduces travelers to the sights of the mountainous Crimea.
It includes a tour of the Dzhur-Dzhur waterfall. Photos of tourists clearly illustrate the local beauty. The route of the trip "Secrets of the Blacksmith Mountains":
- Demerdzhi.
- Ghost Valley.
- Nikulin's walnut tree.
- Khapkhal.
- Dzhur-Dzhur.
- Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker.
- Museum of water disasters.
Program Along the sea to the NewLight” is another popular excursion compiled by local travel agencies. It is twelve hours long. The tour bus leaves early in the morning. As part of the trip, travelers will be introduced to the most famous sights of Crimean nature and architecture, such as:
- Ayu-Dag.
- Dzhur-Dzhur.
- Ak-Kaya.
- Koba-Kaya.
- Golitsyn's Palace.
- Sentry-Oba.
- Juniper Grove.
- Museum of the Novy Svet champagne factory.
- Adalar rocks.
- Sudak fortress.
