If you did not manage to go to the sea this summer, but there is a water park in your city, this will be the best alternative to a family holiday. This kind of complex has long established itself as the most popular entertainment. What is remarkable, even if the water park is located on the seashore, people will definitely go there to swim in the pools and enjoy extreme slides. We will find out which water parks in Ukraine are the most popular, consider their features and varieties.
Historical background
The first water parks began to appear in the United States back in the 40s of the last century. Of course, they did not look like modern ones and, of course, they were somewhat simpler. Now in the US there are more than a thousand complexes, differing in their size, shape, functionality and type.
Despite the fact that America is considered the founder of water parks, there is a theory that Peterhof is the progenitor of this complex. The fact is that it was here at the beginning of the 17th century that fountains appeared with a device that is used today. Although no one suspected then about the slides and pools, so this theory is just an assumption.
Global Giants
The largest water park in the world is located inJapan. "Ocean Dome" is located on the territory of one and a half million square meters and can accommodate ten thousand visitors. It is interesting that in the summer you can safely sunbathe in the sun, and if it starts to rain or snow, the roof retracts and you can continue your rest in the dome.
Actually, the Japanese water park is really huge. Here they can artificially create a harmless tsunami and maintain a stable temperature of 30 ° C. By the way, a couple of years after the opening in 1995, more than a million people came here. In 2007, the water park was closed for renovation.
In Russia, the largest complex is located in Gelendzhik, and its area is more than 150 thousand square meters. The water parks of Ukraine also have their own champion, the famous "Treasure Island" in the urban-type settlement of Kirillovka has become it. What is special about it, we will find out further.
Ukrainian giant
It is known that the largest water park in Ukraine is located on the coast of the Sea of Azov. By the way, this entertainment center is included in the top ten largest projects in Eastern Europe. Now the most popular resort for Ukrainians has become Kirillovka. "Treasure Island" has become even more popular among tourists. Its area is 60 thousand square meters.
This place is designed not only for real fans of extreme sports, but also for kids there are play areas and safe pools. In total, there are 34 attractions on the territory of the water park. Most (18) are children's entertainment. By the way, the special location of the mainthe basin also plays a big role. Lying on the sun loungers, you can watch everything that happens on the slides.
Of course, the largest here is the central pool. Its area is 1700 square meters. Nearby are entertainment for adults, bars and cafes. The highlight of "Treasure Island" is the "lazy river", where you can slowly swim and enjoy the peaceful flow.
The name justifies the area for kids. There is a big beautiful pirate ship here. This area also has many slides and places where children can actively spend time with animators. In addition to the main entertainment, here you can do aqua aerobics, or cleanse your skin with a peeling with fish.
You can relax on the Azov coast not only by relaxing on the beach in the village. Kirillovka. Treasure Island opens its doors at 10 am and gives you the opportunity to have fun until 7 pm. You can also go on 7- or 5-hour programs, as well as take a short break (2.5 or 3.5 hours). Children under one meter tall can stay for free.
After the giant
Berdyansk "Cape of Good Hope" is an interesting project that is stylized as an old castle. In the center of the complex is a huge swimming pool. It has jacuzzi areas. For adults in the evening there is an entertainment music program with stars and DJs.
There are fewer slides than Treasure Island - only 28. Adults can experience adrenaline on the 16-meter ride. There are 10 mini-zones for kids. Of course, all water parksUkraine have the same type of slides. Among them are the famous "Free Fall", "Tsunami", as well as various spinning rides.
Cafés, parking and bars are available on site. There are cells for storing things. If you come with a company or with your soulmate, you can rent a VIP gazebo. Water football and air hockey services are also available.
Odessa charms
If you have chosen Odessa for your vacation, don't forget about suburban resorts. In addition to the famous Zatoka, you can relax in Koblevo. This resort is only 40 kilometers from Odessa. In addition to the fact that wonderful wine is made here, there is a great place for your children and you on the shores of the azure beach or in the entertainment complex. Water park "Koblevo" became known to the world in 2007.
Despite the fact that it is small, the complex is no worse than the famous Ukrainian giants. Aquapark "Koblevo" offers 24 attractions and 2 large swimming pools. There are also excellent hydromassages and jacuzzis. A cafe with delicious food is open for kids, and adults can relax in the bar.
If you decide to thoroughly relax in Koblevo, you can settle in a mini-hotel. Nearby there is parking and catering establishments.
Pearl by the Sea
In the city of Odessa, in addition to attractions, there is a wonderful water park of the same name. "Odessa" presents its amusement park. There are 27 attractions open here, including the steep and extreme slides "Rocket" and "Kamikaze".
In "Odessa", as in Kirillovka, there is a "slow river" with a smooth flow. There are hydromassage and jacuzzi. As in all such establishments, there are also disadvantages. Often the guards are too thorough inspecting personal belongings, and you could take less money for parking. There were troubles with inflatable rings.
Basically, the water park "Odessa" positions itself as the most exciting and extreme amusement park. Here everyone can find both an attraction and just a place to relax.
Urban jungle
In addition to the fact that resort towns have open-air water parks, there are also indoor complexes in the megacities of Ukraine. The most famous and largest is the Jungle amusement park. Kharkov in this regard won all. The entertainment center is popular and is a favorite place for locals, because you can come here even in winter.
The complex positions itself as a tropical center. If you are bored in winter, then welcome to the "Jungle". Kharkiv was able to build a water park with an area of 11,000 square meters and attracted more than 100,000 visitors in the first year.
Of course, slides and pools are not so important here. Most tourists are attracted by the interior. The facades of the building are decorated like an ancient tropical temple. Around are waterfalls, streams and rivers that fascinate and beckon with their tranquility. Exotic also maintains a constant temperature with high humidity. In addition to entertainment, here you can taste deliciousdine or even celebrate in the banquet hall. For those who come from another city, the hotel opens its doors.
Capital project
In the capital, of course, there is also a water park. Dream Island is a large indoor project. He placed 25 attractions under his roof. Naturally, a parking lot, left-luggage offices and a lot of catering establishments were prepared for the people of Kiev.
You can visit nine types of different baths here, including the popular Egyptian and Indian ones. There is a kind of spa-salon, as well as an ice grotto. There are excellent areas for children, safe and active. They will satisfy the fastest kid and keep him occupied while the parents enjoy their vacation.
Like all indoor water parks, Kyiv accepts visitors all year round, so in winter it will be even more interesting and extreme. When it's cold outside, it's always tropical warmth and summer at Dream Island.
In addition to rides, water polo and air hockey are available. On the territory of the complex, you can also take skates and run out onto the ice, or watch a movie. The water park is part of a huge entertainment center, where there is a race track, a roller skating rink and even a zoo. In fact, indoor water parks are very popular as they can keep visitors happy all year round.
Other projects
Water parks have long been a part of outdoor activities. All children want to go there at least once a year, swim in the pool and ride the slides. Of course, open-air water parks in Ukraine are most in demand becausefor its scope and capabilities. Now it has become popular to open water entertainment centers in major cities of the country.
At the beginning of summer, the water park "Happy Day" was opened in Dnepropetrovsk. The complex was divided into several zones. In one of them you can ride extreme slides, in the other you can swim in the pool, and in the third you can have a great lunch. You can also relax in the Jacuzzi, or rent beautiful gazebos.
There are also small water parks in Ukraine, which can be a great place to relax. They are compact enough and do not gather too many people under their roof. For example, in Ternopil there is an excellent complex "Limpopo", in Ivano-Frankivsk - "Tsunami", and in Lviv - "Beach".
