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One of the warmest and sunniest resorts in Crimea is the Feodosia district. The sea here warms up already in early June, so the swimming season lasts longer than in other parts of the peninsula. Feodosia is located on a long sandy coast, which is why local beaches are considered the most convenient and comfortable for relaxation.

In terms of the number of historical attractions, the city is not inferior to Sevastopol and iconic places on the southern coast of Crimea. There are many medieval temples, the ancient Kafa fortress, as well as picturesque mansions of the 19th-20th centuries. Many places in Feodosia are associated with the name of the great artist I.K. Aivazovsky, who was born here, lived and created his incomparable seascapes.

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A medieval fortification of the 14th century, built during the time of the Genoese Republic that existed in Crimea. The bishop's residence, consular palace, court, administrative offices and utility rooms were located here. Most of the buildings were dismantled in the 19th century. Only part of the walls, several towers, a bridge, Armenian churches and the building of Turkish baths have survived to this day.

The structure was erected in 1382 to protect Feodosia (Kafa) from attack from the sea. In 1475, after the capture of Crimea by the Ottoman Turks, an additional bastion was added to the tower (today only the foundation remains). At the beginning of the 20th century, the tower of St. Constantine was restored by specialists invited from Italy. In this form it has survived to this day.

Villa on Aivazovsky Avenue, built in 1914 for the merchant I. Stamboli. After the October Revolution of 1917, the dacha was nationalized. Since 1921, there was a sanatorium here, and later a military hospital and clinic. After the collapse of the USSR, the premises became private property, and a restaurant operated on its territory. Since 2013, the Museum of Underwater Archeology has been operating here.

The structure was erected in 1911 according to the design of M. F. Piskunov for I. S. Krymov, a descendant of the ancient Karaite dynasty. The name "Dacha Milos" was given in honor of the goddess Venus de Milo. The mansion was built in an elegant neoclassical style. Its facade is decorated with a massive Greek portico with columns in the form of statues. During Soviet times, the building served as a dormitory building for the Voskhod sanatorium.

A museum where the works of the famous marine painter I.K. Aivazovsky are exhibited. The first exhibition was opened in 1845 on the territory of the mansion where the artist lived. In 1922 it was transformed into a state museum. In addition to several hundred works by Aivazovsky himself, about 12 thousand paintings of marine themes by different masters are exhibited here.

Memorial museum dedicated to the writer A. Green, the creator of the story “Scarlet Sails” and other equally interesting works. It is located in a building from 1891, in which A. Green lived from 1924 to 1929. The side wall of the mansion is decorated with a relief panel “Brigantine”. The exhibition consists of household and interior items that belonged to the writer. The museum regularly hosts exhibitions, creative evenings and meetings with writers, artists, and musicians.

The museum's collection is dedicated to the Crimean period of the Tsvetaev sisters' creativity. It is composed of exhibits provided by the M. A. Voloshin House-Museum, the Feodosia Museum of Local Lore, the Art Gallery named after. Aivazovsky. Many items from the collection were acquired from private collections. A. Tsvetaeva lived in the house where the exhibition was located in 1913-14. Her sister Marina visited here often.

Vera Mukhina became famous throughout the world thanks to her 25-meter monumental sculpture “Worker and Collective Farm Woman,” created specifically for the World Exhibition in Paris in 1937. A museum dedicated to the sculptor was opened in 1985 on the very spot where the house of Vera Ignatievna’s family was located. The exhibition reproduces fragments of V. Mukhina’s room and her creative workshop.

In 1811, the Feodosia Museum of Antiquities was opened (later renamed the Museum of Local Lore). At first it simply served as an artifact storage facility. In 1871, a separate building was built for the impressively expanded collection at the expense of I.K. Aivazovsky. In the 20th century, the exhibition moved two more times until it settled in a mansion of the 19th-20th centuries, where it is still located.

Since ancient times, coins have been minted on the territory of Feodosia. The ancient Greeks, Genoese and Crimean Tatars had their own money. At the beginning of the 19th century, the first numismatic exhibition was created within the framework of the Feodosia Museum of Antiquities. The modern museum of money was founded in 2003 on the initiative of O. A. Romanovich, a local collector. At the moment, its funds contain about 30 thousand coins, the oldest of which date back to the 7th century BC. e.

An Armenian temple from 1330, which in the XIV-XVI centuries served as the spiritual, cultural and educational center of the Armenian diaspora. Prominent thinkers and artists of that time worked here - Baberdetsi, Avetis, Christosatur, Simeon and others. Valuable manuscripts created in this church are kept in Paris, Jerusalem and Vienna. Next to the temple there is a cemetery where I.K. Aivazovsky is buried.

The outstanding marine painter was buried in the courtyard of the Armenian Church of St. Sarkis in a place of honor for his particularly valuable contribution to the cultural development of Feodosia and the entire Crimea. At the beginning of the 20th century, by order of the artist’s widow, a marble tombstone made by the Italian sculptor Biojoli was erected on his grave. In 1944, she herself was buried next to the artist.

The first mention of the temple dates back to the 14th century, although it is believed that it existed long before that time. Before the arrival of the Ottoman Turks in Crimea, the temple was the Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist. At the end of the 19th century, it was again consecrated in honor of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God. The last restoration work was carried out here in 1996. At the moment the church is active.

The historical Friday mosque of Feodosia, built in the first half of the 17th century. The building was built with funds from the Turkish community, modeled on Istanbul churches. At the end of the 18th century, after Crimea became part of the Russian Empire and until the beginning of the 20th century, an Armenian Catholic church was located on the territory of the mosque. In the 1990s. the building was returned to the Muslim community.

In the 14th century, the temple was the catholicon (main church) of the Armenian Catholic monastery of the Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious. In those days, numerous pilgrims went from here to the Holy Land. In the 19th century, the church was rebuilt, resulting in an octagonal domed tower, characteristic of Russian church architecture.

The temple was founded in 1892 on the birthday of Catherine II. The construction project was created in accordance with the architectural traditions of the 17th century. The building was erected by a team of volunteers free of charge. The Church of St. Catherine is a very beautiful and elegant building that adorns the city landscape. Its facade is strewn with numerous decorative arches and paintings and topped with gilded domes.

The park is located on the site where a large slave bazaar was located during the early Ottoman Empire. Slaves stolen by the Tatars from Southern Rus' and Eastern Europe were sold at the market. The square was laid out in memory of the sailors who died during the defense of Feodosia during the Great Patriotic War. The territory of the park is decorated with wooden sculptures made from old trunks.

The opening of the fountain took place in 1888. At first, the city authorities wanted to name it in honor of Alexander III, but the emperor preferred that the source be named after I.K. Aivazovsky, taking into account the artist’s services to the city (especially the fact that it was built at the expense of the painter). The fountain was part of the Feodosia-Subash water pipeline, which supplied Feodosia with fresh water.

A memorial fountain of 2004, erected in honor of I.K. Aivazovsky. The first monument was created by grateful townspeople in 1890 in honor of the day when the artist gave Feodosia a gift of 50 thousand buckets of water per day from the Subash springs, which belonged to his wife. During the Great Patriotic War, the monument mysteriously disappeared. A new monument was built half a century later using municipal funds.

The Dolphinarium opened in 2012 and has since become a popular city attraction. It is a complete entertainment center for the whole family. Here you can attend entertaining shows with dolphins and sea lions, swim with these amazing animals, as well as take photos and get a positive charge for many days to come.

Sandy beach in the central part of the city, stretching 300-350 meters along the seashore. Its width ranges from 40 to 50 meters. Thanks to the convenient descent into the sea, as well as the shallow and flat bottom, the beach is very popular among tourists with children. All the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable stay has been created here. You can swim on the beach in the spring, as the water here warms up quite quickly.

The beach is about 1 km long, located in the central part of Feodosia. It consists of a mixture of small pebbles and sand and has a gentle entrance to the sea. On the beach there is an entertainment complex with attractions, water transport rentals, cafes and numerous souvenir tents. During the high season, the beach is visited by a fairly large number of tourists, so it can be crowded.

A well-maintained sandy beach, located in one of the best resort areas of the urban district of Feodosia. The place has a convenient location, excellent climate and warm water. From here you have a picturesque view of the bay. The beach is equipped with parking and sports grounds. Most of its territory belongs to the tourist complex of the same name.

A popular holiday destination, located on 117 km of the Simferopol – Kerch highway. The Beachclub 117 complex includes a beach, a nightclub, a day bar and a restaurant. Music festivals and celebrations are constantly held here, to which famous DJs are invited. During the day, visitors can engage in water sports, sunbathe or play volleyball, and at night they can dance to good music.

The structure is located on Cape St. Elijah, 4.5 km from the center of Feodosia. The lighthouse became operational in 1899. In 1910, its somewhat primitive equipment was modernized. The last replacement of obsolete structures with modern ones took place in 2006. The space near the lighthouse serves as an excellent observation deck for tourists. It offers panoramic views of the picturesque harbour.

Feodosia is located in the south and east of Crimea, near the Gulf of Feodosia. Russian guides are ready to show location mineral waters and healing mud, where you can improve your health. Russian speakers guides assure that thanks to the city's salubrious location, there is no more favorable place for a seaside holiday.

On the site you will find personal guides of Feodosia who will show you in addition to attractions city, three famous holiday homes. They are great for both adults and small children to improve their health. They will also tell you where is the best place to have lunch, and can offer a transfer from the station, airport, or hotel.
Many tourists come not only to receive medical treatment, but also to spend an unforgettable holiday at sea, sunbathing and swimming with pleasure. This is because there are the best sandy beaches here.

On a sightseeing tour of Feodosia, you will have the opportunity to see unforgettable places and spend a wonderful vacation with your family. You can create your own itinerary for your trip with a guide, to the places that are most interesting to you. On the "Personal Guide" you will find

The number of tourists in Feodosia increases every year. This city boasts amazing places, wonderful nature and friendly hospitality of local residents.

Brief history of the city of Feodosia

In the 6th century BC, merchants settled and named the area Feodosia. The then trading post gradually turned into a Greek polis. In the medieval years, a new village called Kafa appeared on the ruins of ancient Greek Feodosia. In the 9th century, the Tatars ruled on land, and the Genoese ruled in the sea. The territory of Feodosia became part of the Crimean Golden Horde. In 1771, the city was taken by Russian troops. On November 3, 1941, the city was captured by the Germans and Romanians.
The island was finally cleared of occupiers in 1944. A lot of shocks befell Feodosia, but it remains an economic, scientific and cultural center.

After the wars ended, industrial zones began to actively develop in Feodosia. The production of wine and building materials grew rapidly. In 1965, a plant for the production of juice products, a furniture factory and a number of other factories were opened. In 1979, a dairy and bakery plant were launched.

During Soviet times, Feodosia became the center of the space industry. All Soviet cosmonauts prepared for the flight here. For many years it was difficult for foreigners to get to Feodosia. Today, the borders are open and the city is waiting for guests.

Sights and excursions

There are interesting sights on the territory of Feodosia.

• Genoese fortress Kafa. This is an ancient historical monument that reminds, among other things, of the slave trade in the Black Sea region. One of the towers of this building is the city symbol depicted on the coat of arms. The Kafa fortress is one of the most powerful defensive structures on European territory. Two walls protected almost seventy hectares. The fortress survived poorly. The reason for this is not so much time as the actions of local residents of the nineteenth century, who dismantled the fortifications for building materials.

• Dacha-palace Stamboli. This is both an architectural landmark and a museum of underwater archeology. Those who are not interested in visiting the museum can enjoy the view of the building, made in the Moorish style. Some tourists think that this is a mosque, since the appearance of the building is so similar to its architecture, however, it has never fulfilled this role. The palace has an interesting history. Its construction was conceived by the wealthy merchant Stamboli, who planned to give the building to his future wife as a wedding gift.

• Karadag Nature Reserve. It is unique and very popular among tourists, however, locals are also not averse to visiting it. It's unlikely that you'll get tired of this place. Here is the famous rock called the Golden Gate, which is one of the tourist symbols of the region. Interestingly, the protected area is a geological fragment of a volcano, which, of course, died. In the local depths lie stones such as carnelian, agate and others. Many of the animals living in the vast territory of the reserve are rare, there are even endangered species.

• Mufti-Jami Mosque. Only it has been preserved from the time when the Ottomans ruled the territory of Feodosia, as a religious building of Muslims. The mosque was built in the first half of the seventeenth century. It was rebuilt several times, but in accordance with the details that survived from the first building. Only in 1975 did restorers work so hard that the building acquired its original appearance. Since the 98th century, services have been regularly held there.

Beaches and embankments

The real embankment of Feodosia lies in the center of Feodosia. It's called Paratroopers Embankment. It runs near the sea, so walking along it is combined with enjoying beautiful views.

Feodosia is a resort offering excellent beach areas. Almost all of them are covered with sand. Interestingly, they are not very crowded, even during peak season. In the center of the city there is the “Kameshki” beach, covered with pebbles. Its peculiarity is that every 100-150 meters the coastline is interrupted by fences and breakwaters. Some areas have fences that restrict tourist access. This is due to the paid beaches when Ukraine was in power.

In order to get to them, today you just need to overcome simple barriers. When entering the water you should be careful; in some places it is complicated by stones and sometimes by protruding reinforcement. The beach offers various services: rental of sun loungers, massage, catamarans, swimming banana boats, jet skis. As you move further north from this beach, you can see sandy areas.

At first they are also intermittent, like the central beach, but beyond the city limits a beautiful continuous strip of “Golden Beach” begins to stretch. Its peculiarity is that a railway runs along the coastline. Trains rarely pass by, usually a freight train. The territory received this name due to the fact that the sand is truly golden in color. The beach is one of the symbols of Feodosia. Coastal areas and the beach itself are inspected by divers. All related services are provided: umbrella, catamaran, jet ski.
Another beach worthy of attention is the Cote d'Azur. It is sandy, small, well-groomed. On its territory there is a cafe, a place to change clothes, and a shower. During peak season there are many vacationers.
You can easily get to almost all the beaches of sanatoriums and hotels. For ordinary vacationers this is a plus, for guests of establishments it is a minus.

Accommodation

There are many different hotels, boarding houses and holiday residences located on the territory of Feodosia. Much can be said about the city's sanatoriums. The lowest prices are observed from October to May. At other times, the cost increases and only begins to decrease from the end of summer. Each sanatorium has its own pricing policy, it depends on the level of comfort and medical care.
Thanks to this, you can choose an institution according to your capabilities. The cost of the trip usually includes accommodation, meals, diagnostics, treatment, use of the beach and some other services. It is possible to order additional services. The features of the city's sanatoriums are determined by the local natural specifics and climate. These factors contribute to the prevention and treatment of various diseases.
Conventional methods of therapy are combined with procedures based on drinking mineral water, acupuncture, and mud treatment. The city's sanatoriums are equipped with excellent medical equipment. Much attention is paid to the treatment of children who suffer from allergies and chronic illnesses. Some resorts have swimming pools and private beaches. If you pay attention to the reviews, many in local sanatoriums like the service from the staff, the location of the establishments, and the food.

The resort's hotels and hotels demonstrate a high level of service and hospitality. Air conditioning, spa centers, swimming pools, restaurants, saunas, a variety of rooms, beautiful design - they offer this and much more to their visitors. Everyone will find a suitable option here.

Entertainment and active recreation

A very popular place for entertainment is the Nemo Dolphinarium, which is located in Feodosia. You will be greeted by cute dolphins (Oscar, Alpha, Ignat, Grant) and amazing fur seals.

The paragliding club "Skif" on Mount Klementyev offers an incredible experience. It runs from April 1st to November 1st. Anyone can ride with an instructor on a two-seater. The school will teach everyone who wants to master paragliding.

There is one paintball club in Feodosia, where equipment rental is organized and there is an opportunity to purchase paintballs. It is located 25 km from Feodosia. Diving is in demand. The diving center will offer a full range of services and teach you how to dive properly.
Jeeping along Mount Klimentyev, Ordzho, Koktebel will make you feel the adrenaline in your blood going off scale. A reliable UAZ will take you through the picturesque Provato Bay and Cape Chameleon. You will visit the surrounding area where the Genoese fortress is located. Horseback riding is in demand when spring begins. Two equestrian clubs are based near the city. There are no schools in Feodosia where they teach horse riding, but if you wish, you can study with an instructor.

It is worth noting that a holiday in Feodosia can be very eventful, it all depends on your desires and capabilities.