Abkhazia is a country where you can have a good rest with the whole family without spending a lot of money, but seeing beautiful landscapes, mountains and lakes, as well as historical places that the inhabitants of this small country are so proud of.
Abkhazia: nature, attractions
For Russian tourists, Abkhazia is a great vacation spot. You do not need to apply for a visa here, change rubles for foreign currency and collect a large package of documents, and almost all residents speak Russian and are always happy to have guests. In Abkhazia, you can stay in one of the cities and rent a room in a hotel or opt for a room with local residents, and besides, it will be cheaper.
The nature of Abkhazia is unique in its own way, and you can spend your entire vacation studying it or staying in a resort town and enjoying local attractions. You can make a list of places you want to see in advance and go on a trip around the country in your car.
Favorite cities in Abkhazia
The nature of Abkhazia is what many tourists come here for. Everyone wants to see the famous lake Ritsa, waterfall Men's tears,the Orto-Balagan valley and much more. But someone comes here to see beautiful resort towns where you can stay and spend all your time.
Many have heard about the capital - Sukhumi, many dream of relaxing in Gagra, a city founded by the ancient Greeks and divided by the Tsykherva River, or going to the city of Pitsunda, which gradually grew after the construction of a fortress with towers.
Sukhumi is the capital of Abkhazia
Many tourists come to rest in Sukhumi, a city that was built in the 6th century, was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Today it is a resort city where people come to relax physically, enjoying beautiful views, and culturally, visiting various historical sites.
You can relax here both with children and with a group of friends. With children, you can go to city beaches, pebble and sand, visit a monkey nursery, as well as an amusement park and take a walk along the Dioscuri promenade in the evening, seeing the fortress of Dioscuria and other historical places.
Nature of Abkhazia: New Athos
A popular place among vacationers, in addition to the cities of Sukhumi and Gagra, is New Athos. It is located next to the mountains, and the history of its creation goes back to the 3rd century. Now this modern city, which has preserved the spirit of antiquity, receives many tourists every year, offering hotels and clean beaches for relaxation.
One of the most beautiful places and the main attraction is Simono-KananitskyMonastery built under Alexander III.
New Athos is located at the foot of the mountains, and the nature of Abkhazia is presented in all its glory. In the bowels of the Iverskaya mountain you can see one of the most famous caves - Novoafonskaya, which has several halls, some of them conduct excursions. It is worth knowing that even in the hottest time of the year the temperature in the cave does not rise above +11.
You can also see in this city the Panteleimon Cathedral, the Church of the Holy Apostle Simon the Zealot, Stalin's dacha, the seaside park and much more.
Must visit places
First of all, rest in Abkhazia is nature with its lakes, mountains and rivers, which can be seen almost everywhere. But especially worth paying attention to the following places:
- Lake Amtkel is located in the mountains and impresses with its beauty. Here you can see the mountain trout that lives in this reservoir, as well as exotic trees and plants growing near the lake.
- Shakuran waterfall - before you see it, you have to walk some distance, and you need to be ready for this. People who are physically weak should not go along the mountain paths to such a remote place overgrown with grass.
- Thermal springs - all tourists are advised to visit the mud bath, which is located in the village of Primorsky. Here you can stop for a few days to undergo a short course of treatment, or come once to swim in the springs.
- Yupshar Canyon – to see ita wonderful place, you will need to walk many kilometers on foot, but at the end of the trip you will be satisfied when you see such a beautiful place. The canyon has an interesting name - the Stone Bag, because in its shape it resembles a bag, and the place where the width of the canyon is only 20 meters and the rocks rise is called the Stone Gate.
It is difficult to say where the nature in Abkhazia is more beautiful - in the north, in the south or in the east. It is unique everywhere in its own way, and when traveling around the country, you can see many wonderful places.
Historical monuments away from civilization
Abkhazia is a hospitable country with beautiful nature and ancient history. You can travel along it on your own, constantly meeting sights that are "hidden" among the mountains, trees and shrubs. You need to know about such places in advance and make a route to see them.
Fortresses of Abkhazia. The remains of one of them are located near New Athos on the Iberian mountain, and it is called Anakopia. More than 1500 years ago it was the capital of Abkhazia, which was protected from enemies by erected walls.
The mountain monastery Kaman is a very beautiful and ancient monastery, the second largest among the existing temples in Abkhazia.
The Castle of Oldenburg is located near the city of Gagra, built by a relative of Nicholas I. Today you can see it only from the outside, inside it has fallen into disrepair and needs restoration.
Besletskythe bridge was built somewhere in the 10th century as a strategic object for protection from enemies - across the river Basla. Today it is a monument dedicated to the builders of medieval Abkhazia.
The nature of Abkhazia is unique, but no less unique are the sights that can be seen everywhere, not only in cities, but also where you don’t expect it at all, going hiking in forests and mountains.
Rest in Abkhazia: opinions of vacationers
Every tourist who has ever rested in Abkhazia speaks only positively about this place. Rest here is calm, safe and very interesting. Regardless of whether it takes place in the city or in nature, only the best impressions will remain.
You can come here with a company and with children and choose those excursions that are most suitable. Perhaps you should not go hiking with children, but you can take transport to a beautiful place where an additional excursion will be held. And to the question of where the most beautiful nature in Abkhazia is, vacationers will not give an unambiguous answer, since everyone has their favorite corner in this sunny country.
You can relax in one of the cities or go to a sanatorium where you can get treatment or just strengthen your body.
