- Historical walks in Sevastopol
- What to visit in Sevastopol in one day
- Medieval Inkerman
- Attractions of the city itself
Not a single tourist twenty years ago would have thought to ask himself what to visit in Sevastopol. The city was closed to the public until 1996, as it was an important military site. It is good that the modern traveler today has the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful Crimean cities.
Historical walks in Sevastopol
Sevastopol has a very rich history, has preserved many monuments and sights. Not far from the city quarters there are very famous buildings, including: the ancient Tauric Chersonesos, which is now a nature reserve; Inkerman, a city built during the Middle Ages. In addition, Balaklava, where the largest Soviet submarine base was once located, is a very attractive place for guests of Sevastopol.
The main sights of the city are concentrated in the Leninsky district. Despite the name of the administrative unit, the monuments of history and culture are more than one century old. In this area you can see the most beautiful Pokrovsky Cathedral, no less attractive Vladimirsky Cathedral, historical and architectural objects with beautiful names like the Grafskaya pier and the Tower of the Winds.
What to visit in Sevastopol in one day
For a one-day visit to Sevastopol, you should carefully develop a walking route and choose one object for inspection, for example, Tauric Chersonesos. It was once a beautiful ancient city. Unfortunately, time is merciless, but the preserved ruins can give an idea of its greatness and beauty.
The ancient architects undoubtedly chose the best place for placing city buildings - on the high seashore. It was good to watch the sea from here, and the locals learned about the approaching guest or enemy long before he stepped ashore.
Today, most of the guests of Chersonesos are peaceful tourists, as well as historians, archaeologists, students and all lovers of antiquity. Chersonesos Tauride is positioned as a museum-reserve of historical and archaeological profile. In addition to the museum expositions, there are also places where excavations are continuing. Therefore, guests of Chersonesos have a unique opportunity not only to see artifacts and listen to a fascinating excursion, but also to take part in the excavations themselves under the guidance of an experienced employee.
Medieval Inkerman
“To go on an amazing journey through the Middle Ages” - this is the answer given by local residents to the question of what to visit in Sevastopol on their own. The road leads to Inkerman, a city built by medieval architects.
Its main attraction is the Kalamita fortress, which became the starting point of construction. The second interesting object for viewing is the monastery, which existed in caves in the 8th – 9th centuries, and today only the ruins of cells and temples remain.
Another object is the Zagaytan fortification, its age is even more ancient: archaeologists call it the VIII century BC. Ancient Taurus became its architects and the first inhabitants. The complex consists of more than three hundred cave structures, the appearance of which is somewhat similar to a honeycomb.
Nice nuance - the easiest way to get to Inkerman is by sea. A boat trip, which will take about forty minutes, will also bring you many pleasant minutes. A less romantic option would be a trip to the medieval city on a city trolleybus, it will take less time, but there will be no such vivid impressions as from a sea trip either.
Attractions of the city itself
In Sevastopol itself, a tourist also has something to do. You need to start your journey around the city from the Central Hill; you can climb to its top using the Sinop Stairs. It is not surprising that there is a monument to the leader of the world proletariat on the hill - it is clear that in Soviet times the place was the best. But from the top, stunning views of Sevastopol and the surrounding area open up, and it is also good to plan your next walks from here. One of them, for example, will reveal some of the secrets of the famous Konstantinovskaya battery. Ladies, of course, will choose a leisurely defile along Primorsky Boulevard - a place where in the evenings, under the shade of plane trees, all holidaymakers meet to share their daytime impressions and emotions.
Sevastopol is a city that is connected with the military fleet (Russian and Russian), therefore, one cannot do without acquaintance with the monuments and history of the fleet. The visiting card of the modern city is the Monument to the Scuttled Ships, a symbol of courage and readiness to sacrifice for future victory.
