What to see in Gelendzhik and where to go – city ​​and surroundings

Most often on our Black Sea coast I have been to Gelendzhik. There was a time when I went there several times a year. We walked around the city itself, and climbed around the neighborhood, and in hotels. lived and in tents. For the first trip there really is what look. Then it already bothers you, and you want something new. unusual. Below is my list of main attractions in Gelendzhik district.

By the way, I have a good post for you – A selection of inexpensive hotels in Gelendzhik. Chose with a rating and good reviews. You same you will stay in Gelendzhik for a couple of weeks, better book in advance, and then during the season there is little good left.

The content of the article

• 1 Attractions in Gelendzhik
  • 1.1 Waterpark Begemot
  • 1.2 Waterpark Dolphin
  • 1.3 Waterpark Golden Bay
  • 1.4 Dolphinarium
  • 1.5 Gallery White horse
  • 1.6 Local History Museum
  • 1.7 Embankment with sculptures
  • 1.8 Safari Park
  • 1.9 Gelendzhik Range Lighthouse
  • 1.10 Amusement Park
  • 1.11 Olympus entertainment complex
  • 1.12 Oceanarium
• 2 What to see in the vicinity of Gelendzhik
  • 2.1 Mount Nexis
  • 2.2 Pshad waterfalls
  • 2.3 Pshad dolmens, farm “Dolmen”
  • 2.4 Dolmens of the river Jeanne and the village of Renaissance
  • 2.5 Waterfalls on the river Jean
  • 2.6 Waterfalls of Mount Shahan
  • 2.7 Gebius Falls
  • 2.8 Marine boat tours
  • 2.9 Sail Rock
  • 2.10 Korolenko House Museum
  • 2.11 Cruiser Kutuzov
  • 2.12 House upside down
  • 2.13 Park Alley of Civilizations or Old Park
• 3 Map of Attractions

Attractions in Gelendzhik

Hippo Water Park

There are three water parks in Gelendzhik. Hippo often resting compared to Golden Bay. Unlike the latter, in Behemoth fewer slides and they are less spectacular. The territory is also small, everything simpler. But there are no big queues and generally not so many people Entry fee is lower. That is, this water park as a whole is for less experienced by water entertainment visitors, but at the same time democratic. In Behemoth only three pools and 16 slides for children Not all are suitable for less. For a couple of hours look here well worth it. Of the minuses of the park, visitors notice a strong smell bleach and not the best assortment in the cafe on the territory. Located water park Begemot in the central part of the resort area of Gelendzhik. Visitors with children about 10 years old need to know that children under 140 cm entrance to adult slides is closed, and children at that age will already be not interesting. That is, such children in the park will not be particularly than.

Ticket price: from 550 rubles

Waterpark Dolphin

Dolphin – the smallest water park of the three located in Gelendzhik. It is located on the waterfront, right next to the beach, near the city center. In the water park there is a children’s pool with children’s slides and several large rides (up to 11 meters) for adults. In general, the water park is nice and cozy, some like even more than the Hippopotamus (the second largest water park Gelendzhik). On the territory there are several cafes, souvenirs, sun beds, You can go to the beach.

Ticket price: 500 rubles

Waterpark Golden Bay

Golden Bay is the largest water park not only in Gelendzhik, but throughout Russia. The territory of the park is really pretty a large, many slides, including quite extreme. AT Golden Bay has entertainment for children of all ages, and water and ordinary playgrounds. Smaller and simpler for small children and more difficult – for teenagers. For adults in the park there are several attractions, one kind of inspiring if not fear, then some inner thrill. For example, a hill height of 25 meters. True, it is necessary recognize that in other countries there are of course more intricate water rides. In addition to all kinds of slides in the park There are many sun beds, swimming pools with hydromassage and artificial waves, cafes, snack bars. Of the minuses of the park can be called the high price of admission, queues for rides (especially in summertime) and in general excessive population.

Ticket price: from 1000 rubles per an adult

Dolphinarium

Dolphinarium in Gelendzhik is small, without complaints. But the program The performances are good, it will be interesting to watch both children and for adults. From the first rows, especially from the corners of the pool, you can see it will be better, but in the process the splashes will surely arrive, so one must be prepared for this, even morally. You can take places and on the balcony, from there, too, everything can be seen well, since the hall itself small. There are no ticket numbers, so it’s best to come a little in advance so that you can choose where to sit. After performances in which dolphins and dolphins, walrus and fur seal, you can swim and take pictures with dolphins – for a fee. It is quite high, as in the rest. Dolphinariums offering this service. Swimming with dolphins great pleasure, but not very budget.

Ticket price: 900 rubles

Gallery White horse

The White Horse Gallery in Gelendzhik is a curious and original place on the respect for nature, art and creativity. This is a museum of modern art, all exhibits and installations which are made, in fact, from garbage: packaging materials and old things and pieces of various objects. Works unique and carry a deep philosophical meaning. Gallery private, its creator Nina Nikiforova for several years engaged in social activities, its goal is to make the environment nature is at least a little cleaner, and the level of culture of people is higher. The gallery is located in several spaces: under the open sky, in the summer pavilion, in the exhibition hall. With the author of works You can talk in her workshop. Here you will see how to create works, you can make a souvenir with your own hands, buy a book with her autograph.

Ticket price: for adults – 650 rubles; for children from 6 to 14 years old – 350 rubles; for children under 5 years old – free of charge. Opening hours: from 10:00 to 19:30 (from May 1 to September 30), except monday; and from 12:00 to 16:30 (from October 1 to April 30), except Mondays and Tuesdays.

Gallery White Horse

Local History Museum

The museum is located on the embankment of Gelendzhik and tells about history of the region, in its broadest sense. The exposure is small and completely standard for this kind of museums: the flora and fauna of the region, a bit of archeology, ancient life, pre-revolutionary history, the Great Patriotic war, etc. In addition to the permanent exposure there is also various temporary exhibitions. Since history, culture and nature The edges are rich, in the local history museum of Gelendzhik is quite You can go, get acquainted. With a guided tour, the visit will be Of course, more interesting.

Ticket price: 150 rubles

Local History Museum

Embankment with sculptures

Gelendzhik Embankment, which is about 8 kilometers long, is nice place for walking, both hiking and cycling. The embankment is tiled, there is a dedicated bike path, and Bicycle rental points. In the central part of the embankment more noisy and crowded, a lot of cafes of different varieties, loud music. Near Cape Point Cafe more decent, and in the opposite side of their generally a little and the area as a whole is quieter. Along the promenade and in the afternoon and in the evening you can find a large number of not only institutions catering, but also all kinds of entertainment, both for adults and for children There are trampolines, playgrounds, rides, flower beds and fountains. Usually the waterfront is clean, in the evenings it is lit on all over Among other things, on the waterfront you can see several sculptures that have become symbols of the city: lighthouse, cat scientist, Assol, Lovers, Tourist and, of course, the main symbol and the most recognizable sculpture – White Bride.

Gelendzhik Embankment

Safari Park

Safari Park is one of the most interesting and pleasant places of Gelendzhik, popular with tourists. Safari park is located on the southern slope Marhotsky ridge, includes a zoo, Maritime Museum, Bear Museum cave, dolmen, terrarium, Jurassic Park, introducing dinosaurs, as well as a cable car and a viewing platform. Zoo Safari Park is also a rehabilitation center for rescued animals. In spacious open enclosures, in conditions approximate to the natural environment, live tigers, monkeys, lions and others animals. Some of them feed. There are transparent tunnels across the enclosures and bridges above them. In addition to communicating with animals in the park you can ride the cable car and climb the lookout a platform with a great view of the surroundings. The length of the cable car is more than one and a half kilometers, with open The chairs offer breathtaking perspectives and views. Lookout playground, where in 20 minutes the cable car passengers arrive, located at an altitude of 640 meters above sea level.

Ticket price: 800 rubles

Gelendzhik Range Lighthouse

The folding beacon is one of the few historical attractions of Gelendzhik and the oldest building in the city. Lighthouse was built at the end of the XIX century, in modern style. In the tower of the building installed sash. The lighthouse is located in the heart of the waterfront, behind a fence. Inside can not go, so it remains to admire landmark from a distance. Next to the lighthouse installed sculptural monument lighthouse. In the evenings you can see red and the green light that flashes a lighthouse. Ships passing by Thin cape, first see the green fire, and when passing wing gate – red. You can see the light of the lighthouse for 9 miles from the coast.

Amusement park

The city amusement park in Gelendzhik is located very convenient, right on the waterfront. Because of this, he enjoys stable popular with holidaymakers. Attractions in the park are not a lot – mainly for children from 6 to 12 years, but there are a couple of extreme. In addition to the classics in the form of the Ferris wheel, slot machines and autodrome, there are more innovative entertainment from other countries. Children will be interested in trampolines, water attractions, animated performances with competitions. In the evenings There are discos and entertainment shows. In general, it classic amusement park on the waterfront of the resort town.

Entertainment complex Olympus

The entertainment complex Olympus is an open-air park, on the territory of which are located: contact zoo, aquariums, terrarium, children’s playground, bowling club, concert hall, wheel Ferris, paid fishing, horseback riding, jeeps, quad bike, cafe and restaurant on the mountain. The complex is already open enough long ago, in 2005. The main attraction of the park is cableway over a kilometer long, which is about half an hour raises passengers to the top of the park. Insofar as the seats are open, there are usually a lot of impressions, especially for those who rises up in the evening. In the park, at an altitude of 600 meters above sea level there are several viewing platform from where it opens Panorama of Gelendzhik Bay and the city, and a ferris wheel with which can be seen spectacular views of the surroundings. On the top of the park visitors are waiting for different entertainment from horse riding to a beer party in a nightclub. Periodically in the concert hall of the park with the show programs invited stars. The upper part of the park, on the mountain, is more a place for walks, with attractions and cafes, and in the lower part is located Zoo of the Jungle contact zoo, where animals can be fed and touch. There live different birds, raccoons, turtles, donkeys, chinchillas and other animals.

Ticket price: 700 rubles

Oceanarium

The aquarium is located right on the central promenade. Composed Aquarium of two small dim halls with aquariums. Get around and see everything in the aquarium can be pretty quickly, though the fish beautiful, yet there are not many of them. In addition to piranhas and sharks in aquariums The hall has a pond with Chinese carp, which can be fed. Children and For those who have never been to such places, visit the aquarium in Gelendzhik probably worth it. The rest may be boring.

Ticket price: 400 rubles

What to see in the vicinity of Gelendzhik

Mount Nexis

Great place, not far from Gelendzhik, where there are two Dolmen (Moon and Sunny), and from where a beautiful view on Gelendzhik, especially at sunset. The climb to the mountain is carried out from Svetly village, about an hour leisurely, you can climb. On the descent need 2 times less time. For lazy or not inclined to physical stress is jeeping when taking a car straight to points. More about Mount Nexis.

View from the mountain Nexis to Gelendzhik

Pshad waterfalls

On the Pshada River and its tributaries are located the so-called Pshadskie waterfalls, a large group of waterfalls, most of which quite small. The path to the waterfalls is quite difficult and long, from far from the village of Pshada not any transport will pass by. The river gorge itself is very picturesque, as it always happens with wild nature. Waterfalls in height from 1 meter to 9 can be seen on all the way along the river. The biggest waterfall, he the lowest, called Olyapkin, is 9 meters high. One more a large waterfall about 7 meters high is the most distant of all. The rest are smaller. Pshad waterfalls quite popular sight of these places carry tourists here. Organized groups are transported to the waterfalls in the back of a truck. GAS, which in itself is quite extreme. Road to the waterfalls goes through very beautiful and original places, so this excursion valuable process rather than goal. Since it is necessary to go stones, roots and water, shoes must be worn sports.

Pshad dolmeny, farm “Dolmen”

Who built the dolmens and why, is still unknown. There are many theories about this, but the final clue, perhaps we will never know. Moreover, the dolmens themselves are pretty vary greatly among themselves and may have been built in quite different time. There are versions that dolmens were built for burial or for meditation, and maybe even for housing – small creatures. One way or another, and the work for the construction actually had to attach considerable. Therefore, at least some goal from the builders is clearly was It should be noted that these stone constructions date back more than than two thousand years BC and along the Black Sea coast Krasnodar region, there is an impressive number of them, too more than two thousand. True, many are in remote places partially or completely destroyed by humans. Most available for inspection of dolmens just next to Gelendzhik. Dolmen map.

In the Pshad river basin there are several dozen dolmens most of which, however, destroyed. Tourists mostly Dolmen farms Bambakov, Dolmen Patriarch and the Village visit dolmens. You can get to the latter from the village of Pshada along the path along rivers. If you wish, you can hire a UAZ in the village, which will take you to dolmens and to Pshadsky waterfalls, which are located further upwards down the river. Dolmen Patriarch – the most famous because it is closest, if you go further, you can see a group of 8 more, this the so-called Dolmen Village. True, not all of them came to our days in a fully preserved condition. Since dolmens, scattered over a large and difficult to pass a lot, even though the places are beautiful, many still prefer this campaign visit to the private farm “Dolmen” owned by the family Bambakovs. If you go from Gelendzhik, turning on him will not before reaching Pshada. There are four dolmens in the farm and there are all tourist infrastructure: paths, cafes, shops, pond, apiary with the sale of honey. Dolmens on the farm Names are given: Maya, Thor, Khan and Tenderness. Maya is believed to help in love, Khan gives health, Thor helps to gain success, and Tenderness associated with the health of children. Of course, no one knows how to deal it is in fact who built these dolmens and when, but without a beautiful legend in these parts does not cost any gorge, so that talk about such mysterious buildings like dolmens. Read more about household Bambakov.

Ticket price: 150 rubles

Dolmen in the farm Bambakov

Dolmens of the river Zhane and the village Renaissance

The valley of the river Jean with its dolmens is considered a place of power. therefore here the tent camp almost always live all sorts Anastasians, Hare Krishnas, Hippies and other seekers and amateurs spiritual practices. The village of Renaissance, located next to dolmens, is located 20 km from Gelendzhik, on the river Zhane, which flows down from the mountains to the sea. In the valley of the river are located among others four famous dolmens that have their own names and properties attributed to them. It is famous and popular with tourists. a place. The trail along the river has a length of about three kilometers, on the way You can meet tents with souvenirs and other necessary tourist goods. Read more about Jean.

Dolmen (Ecumenical) in the Renaissance on the river Zhane

Waterfalls on the river Jean

If you continue your journey and go from the dolmens further along the bed Jeanne, then you will see that she forms several beautiful cascading waterfalls and natural pool-filled water bowls in which you can swim. The height of the waterfalls are not very large, about 10 meters, but pretty scenic. The river with tributaries and its valley – popular tourist destination. In the season there are many groups of tourists trade in souvenirs and all kinds of edible goods, buy which, however, is not particularly recommended – many cases poisoning. The first, near waterfall, located almost immediately behind parking lot. He is not very impressive. Next cascade waterfall is located three kilometers upstream it can be reached by civilized trail. But then you have to go directly on to the channel. The names of the waterfalls are very romantic: Emerald, Bowl Love, Aphrodite’s Chalice — In general, thanks to not only the waterfalls, but also nearby dolmens, the general spirit of the place, with its mounds and finds of marine sediments, a tusovke of yogis and other informals and spiritual seekers, the atmosphere here is very interesting, inviting and pacifying, quite worth a few kilometers walk. By the way, the trail is quite simple for passing, special preparation. or does not require equipment, you can go here with children.

One of the distant waterfalls in Jean

Waterfalls of Mount Shahan

The waterfalls of Mount Shahan are about 30 kilometers to southeast of Gelendzhik. This is the area where the headwaters are located. Abin and Janet. You can reach them both independently and with a traditional guided tour that usually includes a visit dolmen, place of shooting episodes of the movie ThunderGates and degustation the wine. There are a lot of waterfalls along the river, in the valley, to go to it is better not for them in dry weather so that the flow of water would be more intense, but not after the rain, because the road is strong blurs, getting to the waterfalls in such a case becomes either impossible or very difficult. The waterfalls themselves are beautiful (like all natural attractions), but small in height, and in the heat can almost completely dry out. In the summer season at the waterfalls there are a lot of tourists who are delivered in groups by jeep. Since you need to go to the waterfalls and cross-country terrain, so sports shoes should be worn, not slates. Read more about Thunderstorm Gate.

On the way to the fortress of Thunder Gate

Gebius Falls

Three large waterfalls of the Teshebs River (they are called as Teshebskie so and the Gebiusis – by the name of the mountain in the region of which they are located) They have their own names: Drawstring, Grotto and Devil’s Mouth. They are near the village of Arhipo-Osipovka, where the river, going down from the mountain Gebius, flows into the sea. From the village of Arhipo-Osipovka need drive about 10 minutes by car (6 km) to the entrance with parking. Walking the road to the waterfalls is quite long, about five kilometers, climbing the stairs to the second and third waterfalls is pretty heavy. Therefore, it’s better to take a small snack and wear comfortable closed shoes. Total waterfalls on the river 7, but only three of them are big. Tesheb waterfalls – the most visited tourist place of the area. Many travel agencies carry them excursions, on your own transport is also not difficult, so in Season people on the waterfalls very much. In the area of the waterfalls also There is a dolmen and an ostrich farm. From the parking at the beginning of the walk route and environmental post, where they collect money for the entrance to nature park, begins a footpath, on both sides which is located kebab, cafes and all sorts of trading trays. Further along the gorge the trail is equipped with benches, gazebos and bridges. Where it is necessary to climb the mountain, after the first big waterfall, towers a rather steep staircase with railings. Gebius waterfalls – one of the highest in the Greater Gelendzhik and Tuapse. The largest of the three waterfalls – 16 meters height. The best time to visit the waterfalls is from April to mid June, when they are the most full-flowing and beautiful, while tourists not much. Read more about Gebius Falls.

Ticket price: 200 rubles

Gebius Falls in the Fall

Marine Boat Tours

Since Gelendzhik is a seaside resort, tourists are offered here. not only land excursions, but also boat tours. During walks on the ship passengers entertain with animation programs with competitions, swimming in the sea and foam discos. From cultural programs – viewing the famous rock Sail away.

Rock sail

The rock Parus is located near the village Praskoveevka. From the nearest to her beach you need to go right over the stones, which is quite difficult. Sometimes knee-deep in water. The height of the cliff is about 30 meters long almost the same, but the width is about a meter. At the bottom of the cliff, closer to the shore, there is a round hole at a height greater human growth, there you can climb. Carry to the rock on the sea pleasure boats, making their way along the coast. Go straight down with rocks over the rock is impossible. The place is beautiful, pines, stones. It is better visit the rock at dawn since after a few hours there There are many tourists.

Rock sail

Korolenko House Museum

Russian and Soviet writer V.I. Korolenko, who wrote “Children dungeons “and” Blind musician “in his youth he studied at St. Petersburg Institute of Technology. The writer’s lodge in Dzhankhot built by his drawings. The building is very beautiful and interesting in itself, with openwork white stairs, a veranda and a balcony, all carved and airy, it harmoniously fits into the landscape. Now this classic provincial literary museum about 20 km from Gelendzhik. The manor interiors and furnishings have been preserved since the life of the writer and his brother. During the tour, museum staff can tell a lot of interesting stories related to this place. The exposition on the first floor tells about the life of the writer Korolenko, the second floor gives an idea of the typical country interiors of of time. Around the house you can walk along the shady paths, sit on the benches and admire the scenery.

Ticket price: 100 rubles

Cruiser Kutuzov

The cruiser “Mikhail Kutuzov”, moored next to the building The seaport, at the central embankment of Novorossiysk, is now naval ship museum. This huge military The ship is one of the main attractions of the city. To learn more interesting facts about the ship and the harsh sea life, it is better, of course, to take a tour. But you can also just walk along the deck, see the interior with exhibits. Which, however, is not so much. Including this models of warships, sailors’ cabins and other facilities. Inside the ship retained the brutal flavor of the Soviet warship and specific marine life. Read more about Mikhail Cruiser Kutuzov.

Ticket price: 200 rubles for adults and 100 rubles for children.

Cruiser Kutuzov in Novorossiysk

Bringing Down the House

Tourist hit of recent years in the Krasnodar Territory is “Inverted” houses that already exist in Moscow and in the Crimea and in Anapa. Kabardian house is located near the intersection of streets Revolutionary and Peace and Eternal Flame. It is near the bus station, for by the market. In the summer season and the weekend, those who want to visit the house are pretty many, there is even a queue. It certainly is not God knows what entertainment, but still go at least once on this attraction worth it. For variety and new sensations: where else can you run on the ceiling, for example? And the house turns out interesting and funny photos. By connecting the imagination, you can make the original and memorable pictures for memory. True, one must be careful many visitors because of the unusual situation arises strange feeling and a little disorientation, some even spin head. But nevertheless upside-down interiors are not at all scary, rather fun. Going to this tourist attraction will It is interesting not only for children, but also for adults. Read more about upside down house.

Ticket price: 250 rubles.

House upside down in Kabardinka

Park Alley of Civilizations or Old Park

The most famous tourist spot of Kabardinka, a private theme architectural park with stylized different styles and era buildings. In a small area of the park are presented architectural masterpieces from the ancient Egyptian pyramids to modern buildings. There are similar parks in many cities around the world. For example, Mini Siam in Pattaya. In the Kabardian park objects are located very compact, but very picturesque and attractive. Reduced the pyramid of Cheops, the Greek temple, fountains and medieval towers located under palm trees and agaves, interconnected by clean beautiful paths. Especially beautifully it looks on sunset The park has a lot of greenery, fountains, ponds with fish and turtles, museums (House of the Caucasus, art gallery), pavilions with old exhibits. In the summer, wishing visit the park very much. For everyone here is held free guided tour with a detailed architectural story monuments and their symbolic meaning in the park. Here on a little the square fits and harmoniously combines the entire visible history culture and architecture. Read more about the Old Park.

Ticket price: 400 rubles

Park Alley of Civilizations or Old Park

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