The Black Sea coast of the Caucasus is one of the most beloved places of thousands of Russians who come here not only for a sense of patriotism. These places are characterized by a healing climate, amazingly beautiful nature, mountain landscapes and sea views, rich historical and cultural heritage, the possibility of treatment, health improvement or sports. Sometimes a strange question can be heard from a future traveler, which is better Anapa or Abkhazia?
The question is strange, because it is difficult to compare the resort city and the much larger territory on which Abkhazia is spread. Although they are located in the same region, on the Black Sea coast, they are still quite different from each other. Therefore, we will compare the Abkhaz and Anapa resorts, the latter are understood not only urban, but also regional. Let's try to assess the climate, beaches, leisure opportunities.
Abkhazia or Anapa - whose climate is better?
The climate of the Abkhaz Republic is strongly influenced by the high-mountain ranges, which come close to the sea coast and, in fact, the seaside location. This region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate, which also covers mountainous regions up to an altitude of about 400 meters above sea level. Sometimes here you can have time to sunbathe and swim in the warm sea in one day, and then see the snow and feel for yourself how the thermometer goes down.
The climatic conditions in Anapa differ from those in Abkhazia; the Mediterranean climate dominates here. Summers are hot, but high temperatures are relatively easily tolerated by locals and visitors due to the cool sea breezes.
Beaches
Abkhazia is ready to offer its guests a wide variety of beaches - civilized, located in large resort cities, and wild, where you can find peace and solitude. The beaches are mainly sandy and pebbly, in popular resorts their cleanliness is monitored, the organization of beach recreation for tourists. Around Sukhumi, there are fairly flat areas with a gentle slope and a flat bottom. In Gagra, which is called "Abkhaz Sochi", guests note the presence of very small pebbles, in some places turning into sand. Pitsunda pleases with the cleanliness and transparency of the sea, the absence of waves and a beautiful environment of age-old boxwood and pine trees.
Anapa is not inferior to Abkhazia in terms of the cleanliness and beauty of its beaches, and is ahead on this issue among all the resorts of the northern Black Sea region. Most of the beaches are sandy, but you can also find areas covered with small pebbles. The beaches are in municipal ownership, some of them belong to health resorts and boarding houses. Many beach areas are children's recreation areas, they are covered with sand, have a gentle entrance and shallow water.
Leisure of tourists
The guests of Abkhazia, of course, take advantage of the opportunity, not only spend time at sea, but try to get to know the country, its beauty and historical heritage better. The focus of travelers is on natural landscapes, alpine lakes, mineral springs, and Caucasian landscapes. The visiting card is Lake Ritsa, no one will miss a trip to it.
There are also monuments of ancient history in Abkhazia, the main tourist brand is called the cave complexes of monastic cells and an ancient monastery, you can see temples and basilicas, erected in the X-XI centuries. In general, pilgrimage tourism in this region is considered one of the most promising areas.
In terms of leisure, Anapa has left Abkhazia far behind; tourists have much more options for their pastime. Let's start with the fact that earlier the city was known as a children's health resort, and now everyone can undergo treatment and recovery. There are many therapeutic factors used by specialists: climatic conditions; brine estuaries; sea mud; mineral thermal springs; silt-sulphide lake mud.
The next point is the possibilities of diving, the seabed is interesting for both beginners and divers who have already visited the kingdom of Neptune. Their focus is on beautiful underwater landscapes, grottoes and caves, sunken ships, interesting inhabitants of the deep sea. Other resort entertainments include walks along the promenade, going to restaurants, discos or museums (whoever likes what more).
Comparing beautiful Abkhazia and no less beautiful Anapa (together with its surroundings) allows you to see the differences in rest.
Therefore, the resorts of Abkhazia are chosen by guests who:
- love rest in a subtropical climate;
- dream of the purest sea water and cozy beaches;
- are fans of ecotourism and religious tourism;
- would like to see a miracle of nature - the high-mountainous lake Ritsa.
The resorts of Anapa district are preferred by travelers who:
- dream of relaxing in a Mediterranean climate;
- love to bask on the sand;
- are going to improve their health;
- ready to dive to the bottom of the sea in search of beauty and treasures.
