The Black Sea and the Sea of Azov are nearby. But, despite the geographical proximity, they differ markedly. Their main difference, of course, is depth. Due to the difference in depths, they have water of different salinity, flora and fauna are noticeably different, and the bottom topography is also unequal.
Nature of the Black and Azov Seas
More Black Sea or Sea of Azov? The first is much deeper than the second. Its greatest depth is 2210 meters. Along the Black Sea coast there are such countries as Russia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey, Georgia. Major passenger and cargo ports of the Black Sea are Kerch, Odessa, Sevastopol, Evpatoria, Ilyichevsk, Sochi, Trabzon, Samsun, Varna and others. It connects to the oceans through the Bosphorus, which opens into the Sea of Marmara. This strait also separates two parts of the world - Europe and Asia. The Black Sea and the Sea of Azov have different salinity. In Azov, the water is less s alty. The Black Bottom is rocky and embossed, while the Azov Bottom is flat, sandy or covered with silt.
Oncoast of the Black and Azov Seas there are a lot of lakes, bays and estuaries, which are formed by the mouths of rivers. The well-known lakes on the Black coast are Saki and Chokrak. In Saki there is healing mud, which contains a very large amount of vitamins and amino acids. Lake Chokrak also contains mud with great healing power, which is replenished with substances from mud volcanoes. In the Sea of Azov, the largest bay is Sivash, which means "mud" in translation. The bottom of the Sivash is covered with silt up to 5 meters thick, so this bay is also called a rotten reservoir. In different parts of the bay, the salinity of the water differs by more than three times. This bay has a huge amount of s alt reserves. They are used by industrial enterprises for the production of phosphate fertilizers and soda.
Kerch Strait
The strait connects the Black and Azov Seas. It is called Kerch, in honor of the city of the same name, one of the largest ports in the region. At the widest point of the strait, the banks are separated by fifteen kilometers. The Kerch Strait connects the Crimean and Taman Peninsulas.
Crimean Peninsula
The common part of the land for the two seas is the Crimean peninsula. It has an ancient history. There are a lot of sights in Crimea, both natural and man-made. Among its main natural relics are Mount Ayu-Dag (Bear Mountain), more than five hundred and seventy meters high, the Nikitskaya cleft, which is located among the limestone cliffs covered with greenery, the Ai-Petri plateau witha "drunk" pine grove in which the trees chaotically leaned in different directions, as well as the Y alta reserve with unique mountain forests.
Sights of Crimean resorts
The main historical sights of Crimea is the Khersones archaeological reserve. The city with this name existed on the Crimean peninsula for more than two thousand years. Also the Bakhchisaray Khan's Palace with a huge area exceeding four hectares, the Massandra Palace of Emperor Alexander III, Livadia Park. This is an incomplete list of everything that is in the Crimea and attracts a huge number of tourists. The main resort cities of the peninsula, such as Y alta, Alupka, Alushta, Evpatoria, Feodosia, Sevastopol, are located on the southern coast of Crimea.
Great place to stay
The main thing that attracts tourists to the Black and Azov Seas is relaxation. Swimming and fishing, and generally interesting time spent, which flies by completely unnoticed. Along the coast there are many resorts that are located on the territory of different countries. The Black Sea and the Sea of \u200b\u200bAzov are united by the fact that storms sometimes rage on them. Huge waves roll on the coast, postponing the bathing of vacationers for an indefinite time. On the Black Sea, the wave height can reach 5 meters. On Azov, they are a little smaller, but they raise silt from the bottom of the sea, creating unfavorable conditions for recreation. In order to adjust your vacation, you need to know in advance what the weather will be like. Andthe hydrometeorological center will help with this. The Black and Azov seas are not on the list of the northern ones, therefore, despite the storm, a huge number of tourists still come here.
Healing properties of the seas
On the coast of the Sea of Azov there are a lot of sanatoriums and recreation centers that belong to different enterprises and organizations. They use them to vacation and improve their employees. In places where there are therapeutic mud, there are dispensaries where you can undergo a course of treatment. Most of the resorts here are local. The largest flow of tourists on the Azov coast occurs in the summer, in winter these resorts are mostly empty. The Black Sea and the Sea of Azov have excellent healing properties.
Black Sea Resorts
They are world class resorts. They attract tourists from many countries of the world. Almost the entire coast, except for the northernmost part, is located in the subtropical zone. With such a climate, you can comfortably relax all year round. A huge number of places for recreation are located around the perimeter. The most popular resorts in Crimea are on the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus, in Bulgaria and Turkey. What an unforgettable pleasure you can get while relaxing on the azure shores! These are swimming, which perfectly relieves stress, sunbathing on the beach, as well as walks in picturesque places with many different exotic plants, including palm trees. After the end of the holiday season comes the velvet season. During this period, the number of tourists decreases slightly, there is less noise, a littlebelow the price. This time can be great for recreational purposes. Which is more pleasant for recreation - the Black Sea or the Sea of \u200b\u200bAzov? It will be better where the conditions for recreation will meet the goals! And these goals are different for everyone.
If we talk about a trip to the coast in Russia, then such a trip will cost much more than a vacation on the Ukrainian or Abkhazian side. This is due to the difference in living standards. In addition, vacationers come to Sochi or the Crimea to relax even from abroad. And of course, the pricing policy is designed for a foreign guest.
Among the main advantages of a holiday on the Black Sea is the beautiful surrounding nature. This gives unlimited opportunities for various kinds of excursions, extreme recreation and just enjoying the fresh mountain air. As for the climatic conditions, they are practically ideal. The Black Sea climate is quite warm, a light flowing breeze, together with the sun's rays, does not burn the skin, but gives it gentle warmth and a bronze tan.
Family Vacation
When planning a vacation with children, it is better to go to the beaches of the Azov coast. Because the water temperature is very different. If it fluctuates between 19-22 degrees in the Black Sea, then the temperature of the Azov Sea averages 25 degrees. This is due to the relatively shallow depth of the seabed. The difference in temperature regimes can be uncomfortable and dangerous for babies to stay in the water. As for sanatoriums and recreation centers, there are countless of them, andthey are designed for the taste and wallet of any tourist. Many of them are built according to European standards and meet all the requirements of five-star hotels. What can not be said about the boarding houses of the Sea of \u200b\u200bAzov, which are designed for a budget option. However, a small minus is their remoteness from the beaches. Although many vacationers regard this as more of an advantage.
In the Black Sea resorts, prices are quite high not only for housing, but also for entertainment, food, and transport. However, there is always an alternative, you do not need to choose the first option that comes across in order to protect yourself from unnecessary costs. For young children, the Black or Azov Sea is more suitable than, for example, the Mediterranean. This is due to the fact that you do not need to travel long distances.
Sanatoriums of the Sea of Azov
Resting at the Azov resorts is the best option for those who want to have a great time, gain strength and he alth and at the same time save a lot of money. This is what most tourists think. The air, saturated with calcium and iodine, has amazing healing properties. Just bathing in sea water is enough to protect the body from colds, cardiovascular diseases, and relieve the symptoms of joint diseases.
Unlike the sanatoriums of the Black Sea, the sanatoriums of Azov are located in close proximity to beaches covered with sea sand and small shells. Despite the fact that the level of development of resorts and the infrastructure of the Azov coast is significantly inferior to the Black Sea, there areevery kind of entertainment. Right on the beaches there are many attractions, slides, designed for both children and adults.
Besides, the bottom is most often sandy or muddy. There is no danger of stumbling into huge stones, which is important for vacationers with children.
