There are a large number of resort towns in the Russian south. Among them is the city of Anapa (Krasnodar Territory), located on the border of the Taman Peninsula and the mountain system between the Black and Caspian Seas. It covers an area of 5840 sq. km. More than 75,400 indigenous people live in the city of Anapa.
In the article we will tell you about the main attractions of this resort, beaches and hotels, which are designed for those who want to relax on the Black Sea coast.
History of Anapa
According to archaeological excavations, the area of modern Anapa was inhabited by Sinds (tribes of the Northern Black Sea region). After some time, the Greeks settled in this territory. They founded the city of Sindik.
In the 9th century BC. e. the city became part of the Bosporan kingdom and became known as Gorgipp. Subsequently, it was devastated and destroyed in 240 by the Iranian-speaking tribe of the Alans.
In the 10th century, the territory was inhabited by the ancestors of the Circassians (the grouppeoples speaking the Adyghe languages), thanks to which the city received the name "Anapa". In translation, this is “a flat ledge of the seashore.”
After 300 years, merchants from Genoa built a fortress, which was captured and destroyed by the Ottoman Turks. And in its place they built one of the main defensive citadels of the Ottoman Empire - the Anape fortress. After six attempts, Russian troops captured this fortified Ottoman fort. And, according to the Adrianople Treaty, since 1828 Anapa became part of the Russian state.
Since 1900, the city began to develop as a Russian Black Sea resort, thanks to the Kuban doctor Vladimir Budzinsky. Now Anapa is a modern developed resort. On its territory, in addition to sanatoriums, rest houses and numerous beaches and all the conditions for outdoor activities, there are historical cultural monuments that attract the attention of guests and tourists from many European countries.
Russian gates
At the intersection of Pushkin and Krepostnaya streets there is an architectural monument - "Russian Gates". It represents the only part of the Ottoman fortress.
In 1783, the Turks erected a citadel in this urban area, which served as a defense of the Caucasian coast. Initially, it consisted of a territory surrounded by a fortress wall, at the corners of which there were seven bastions and three buildings in the form of entrance gates. The building itself has not survived to our time. Tourists can only see the eastern gate. They are named in 1853 "Russian", inhonor of the 25th anniversary of the liberation of Anapa in 1828 by Russian troops from the rule of the Ottoman Empire.
In 1996, the stele was erected. A slab is installed there, on which it is written that the ashes of the soldiers of the Russian Empire, who died for the liberation of the city from the Turkish invaders, are buried here.
Temple of Onufry the Great
What attracts tourists besides beaches? Sights of Anapa. There are many of them in the city. We will consider them further. In the central part of the resort, on Cathedral Street, there is a temple building.
It was erected in 1829 at the direction of Emperor Nicholas I in honor of the capture of the Turkish fortress of Anape by Russian troops.
Eight years later, the temple was consecrated, and since this happened on June 12, the day when the memory of Saints Onuphry the Great and Peter Athos is honored by the Orthodox, the church received the official name "Temple of Onuphry the Great". According to historical documents, the first divine service was attended by the imperial family headed by Nicholas I.
Now the building is considered one of the oldest in the Kuban and is operational, where tourists can attend the liturgy and view the restored interior.
Crypt of Heroon
What else attracts tourists besides the sea, beaches in Anapa? Attractions. One of them will be discussed further. In 1908, Russian archaeologist Nikolai Veselovsky discovered a crypt in the suburbs of Anapa (Anapskaya village, 8 km from the city). It is a cultural monument. Built of white stone aroundIII century BC. e.
Later, this ancient sanctuary was called "Crypt of Heroon". Now this building is located on the territory of the city garden. And guests of the resort can get inside and see the frescoes that have survived to this day.
Museum of Archeology Gorgippia
History lovers are attracted by a tour of the only open-air museum in Russia - the Gorgippia Museum of Archeology. This is a whole ancient city of the Bosporus state, which existed in the 4th century BC. e. on the site of modern Anapa.
Visitors have the opportunity to walk along the main street of this historical monument of culture. Of course, they can also view archaeological finds.
Anapa - children's resort
Given that Anapa is considered a children's resort, the city's attractions include entertainment for children of all ages.
The main place for various attractions is the park "30th Anniversary of Victory". On its territory there is a tunnel (35 meters) oceanarium, a visit to which delights children and adults.
The Nemo Dolphinarium, located on Pionersky Prospekt, arranges daily circus performances for children with dolphins and killer whales performing tricks in the open air in their natural environment.
Beaches of Anapa (photo)
Fine sea sand on the territory of Anapa owes its origin to the Kuban River. At the end of the 19th century, it changed its course, leaving behind golden sandybeaches in the city of Anapa.
One of the most popular is the central city. This beach has all the conditions for relaxation. There are various attractions, cafes. There are also rental shops here.
What other beaches of Anapa are known for? Departmental beach of the hotel "Golden Bay". Entrance to it is paid. This is the only paid beach in Anapa. But, despite this limitation, it belongs to the popular ones due to the infrastructure developed according to international standards for recreation.
Due to the low population and purity of sea water, vacationers prefer wild beaches.
The beach of Anapa, which is covered with fine golden sand, is popular. It is located parallel to Pioneer Avenue.
Hotels with private beach
In the city there are a large number of hotels that have their own beaches. We will talk about them further. So, what are the well-known hotels in Anapa with their own beach? Popular with guests of the resort is the SunMarin hotel. What does he represent? This is a four star hotel. It is located on Krasnoarmeyskaya Street, on the seashore (200 m from the sea, 1st line) and has its own sandy beach. The Grant Hotel operates on an all-inclusive basis, which is a convenient service for vacationers.
At a distance of 1.5 km from the center, in Kordonny Lane, the hotel "Golden Bay" offers its services to the guests of the city. In it, residents can use the hotel beach.
The hotel has a restaurant and two bars. A special feature is that children under seven years old can stay with their parents for free.
In the village of Nizhnee Dzhemeta (translated from the Adyghe language - "golden sands"), which is located at a distance of 5 km from the city center, the hotel "Cote d'Azur" was built. This place is one of the most popular among lovers of a relaxing beach holiday. A modern hotel of five buildings with rooms equipped according to international standards. There is a territory of its own protected beach with snow-white fine sea sand. The complex is located in the historical part of the village, which was founded in 1828. Then it was a paramilitary fortification to protect the section of the Anapa-Taman road. The hotel is also designed for budget travelers.
Anapa hotels with swimming pool and beach
Many hotels located within the resort town have heated swimming pools.
The hotel "Captain of the Seas" was built on Friendship Street (5.5 km from the central part of the city). It is located at a distance of 600 meters from the Black Sea coastline. The hotel has its own heated pool during the cooler months.
There is a fitness center and other activities. Nearby are children's entertainment complexes - the Tiki Tak water park and the Nemo Dolphinarium.
On Chernomorskaya Street, the Fregat guest house operates all year round. The complex has a swimming pool, sauna, billiard room and many other entertainments.
Fregat management organizes sightseeing tours of the sights of the resort town.
On Kalinina Street (1 km from the center) there is a small guest house "Loris". The popularity of this hotel lies in the fact that it is mainly designed for budget tourists. The hotel has an indoor pool, a Russian bath, table tennis and other conditions for a good rest.
Conclusion
The warm sea, the diverse sandy beaches of Anapa, the amazing beauty of nature, the cool climate and the hospitality of the locals leave pleasant memories for a long time and a desire to return here again. Therefore, many people want to return to this wonderful place again. Anapa hotels with swimming pools and beaches are waiting for tourists every year. We have named and described some popular hotels in the article.
