On the western coast of the Crimean peninsula, the Black Sea forms the Kalamitsky Bay, which stretches 13 kilometers along the coast. This is a favorite vacation spot for Russians. The famous Crimean resorts are located on the coastal territory: Evpatoria, Saki, many s alt lakes with healing properties.
Two definitions of the bay area
Historically, the water area of Kalamitsky Bay is defined differently in some sources. In early editions, for example, in the encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron, it is larger and is limited to Capes Chersonese and Lucullus. Later it was limited by capes Evpatoria and Lukull. This can be judged from the atlases of the GUGK of the USSR and Roskartografii. Here it is smaller and more pronounced.
Geographic description
Kalamitsky Bay is limited by two capes: Evpatoria from the north side and Lukull from the south. The penetration into the peninsula is 13 kilometers. Its width at the entrance is 41 kilometers. The average depth is about 30 meters. Cape Lucullus,located in the bay, is a protected area. There are several types of unique ecosystems here. The rivers Alma and Bulganak carry their waters into the bay. A picturesque place with a clear sea and dry steppe air, saturated with the aromas of herbs, attracts many who want to relax.
The northern part, bounded by Cape Evpatoria, is sandy, low-lying and stretches south to Lake Kyzyl-Yar. After it, the coast is high, loamy, with characteristic cliffs, landslides and landslides. In these places there are s alt lakes with healing mud and brine. The most famous of them are Saki, Kyzyl-Yar. In the northern part is Evpatoria Bay.
Cape Lucullus
Located near the confluence of the Alma River and is a reddish, high and steep bank, whose height is 15 meters, where collapses very often occur. The color is caused by the clayey rocks that form it. There are fine sandy beaches along the edge of the cape, but it is not safe to swim on them, as you can fall under the collapse.
The water area of the sea and the entire territory of Cape Lukull is a protected area and a hydrological monument of nature, as it is recognized as a unique object in connection with the presence of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems on it. Not far from the cape is the Ust-Alma Scythian settlement dating back to the 3rd-2nd century BC. Its real name has not been established. Due to collapses, more than half of it collapsed into the sea.
Origin of the name
There are several versions of the nameKalamitsky Bay of the Black Sea. The first, like many things in these places, is connected with the existence of the Genoese port here, which was located on the site of the modern city of Inkerman. This is due to the fact that the Sevastopol Bay once bore the name Kalamita-Liman.
The second version is connected with the Greeks who inhabited these places. In Greek there is a word "kalamos" which has several meanings. It is translated as "reed, reed", "good cape". In Latin, there are also two opposite interpretations of this word. These are "calamity", which can be translated as "calm", and "calamitas", which means "calamity".
He althy vacations
For those who wish to spend their holidays with benefits in the Crimea, Kalamitsky Bay will be just a godsend. Many s alt lakes located on its coastal territory attract thousands of tourists every year. Of course, the coast of the bay cannot be compared with the wonderful nature of the southern coast of Crimea, but the dry steppe air, clean sea with clear water, healing mud and brine will allow you to profitably relax on the shores of Kalamitsky Bay.
The sandy beaches of Evpatoria will appeal to those who prefer to relax with their families with children. From May to September, the water in the sea and the air warm up under the warm sun. People with diseases of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and respiratory organs come here to relax and improve their he alth. It has everything for a useful holiday: estuary s alt lakes, sandy beaches, clear sea, warm saturatedions of sea s alts and the aroma of steppe herbs in the air.
Beaches of Kalamita Bay
The best holiday for families with children is hard to find. The beaches of the northern part of the coast of the bay are sandy, gently sloping, stretching far into the sea. It is calm here, storms are very rare. Most of the beaches are equipped, and in addition to just swimming, you can use water rides, ride a boat, banana boat or jet ski. The clear waters of the Kalamitsky Bay will bring considerable pleasure to lovers of scuba diving or snorkeling.
Cities and towns of the Gulf
The village of Zaozernoye in the Crimea is located not far from Evpatoria, on the very edge of the cape of the same name. The distance between them is 11 kilometers from the centers of settlements. Not far from the village is Moynaksky lake-estuary. It is famous for its highly mineralized water, brine and mud, which helps in the treatment of skin diseases. The village has many children's camps, clinics and, of course, beautiful sandy beaches, which are its main attraction.
The unique resort of Saki has been known since ancient times. The famous Saki lake with healing mud and brine, mineral springs, life-giving steppe air with sea coolness have made the city famous as a he alth resort, which literally lifts people to their feet. The city is located five kilometers from the coast, so many lovers of sunbathing and swimming in the sea are skeptical about relaxing in these places, but there is a well-developedinfrastructure, so getting to the sea is not difficult. Shuttle buses run every five minutes.
Along the coast of the Kalamitsky Bay there are other villages, villages, which are well known to vacationers mostly due to their sandy beaches and affordable housing in the private sector. The most famous include Beregovoe, Nikolaevka, Novofedorovka, Uglovoe, Sandy.
How to get there
Decided to spend your vacation in one of the corners of Kalamitsky Bay? How to get to it? First of all, we go by train or fly by plane to Simferopol. Then by rail or by bus - to Evpatoria or Sak, from there by bus or fixed-route taxi - to the destination. In the immediate vicinity of Evpatoria are Zaozernoe, Coastal. All other towns and villages are located to the south, so they are closer to the Saki. But some settlements can be reached by bus directly from Simferopol. For example, there is a bus route Simferopol - Coastal.
Resting in this picturesque corner will not only allow you to escape from the daily bustle of megacities, but also improve your he alth. It is especially recommended to visit the resort for people with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and skin diseases.
