The observatory is located in the Bakhchisarai district of Crimea. It was founded as a private institution of Nikolai Maltsov, and …
Shuldan Cave Monastery is the main decoration of the Shul Valley, located above the village of Ternovka. A popular place among …
The magnificent palace of Bakhchisarai is a unique monument of Crimean Tatar architecture. This is a real "city in the city": ther …
The Fountain of Tears of Bakhchisaray has an amazing history that not every tourist knows. Over the years, the place “overgrown” a …
The mountains in Crimea consist of three parallel ridges running along the coast from Sevastopol to Feodosia for one hundred and e …
The Holy Assumption Cave Monastery in Crimea is one of the most important pilgrimage sites, with a long history of existence and a …
Syuren fortress in the Crimea is a famous historical monument. It was once of military importance, but has since been abandoned. I …
Driving by car along the picturesque highway of the southern coast of the Crimea, leaving the luxury of subtropical vegetation, we …
Bakhchisarai region of Crimea is rich in rock monasteries. On the local mountain slopes you can find many traces left by our ances …
Khan's Palace, Fountain of Tears, Grand Council Hall, Harem. Falcon Tower. Sary-Güzel bath. Treasures of the South-Western Crimea. …
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With pleasure I will show you the sights of our Crimea - South Coast, Sevastopol, Balaklava and Bakhchisarai, Sudak, Feo …
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Our walks are not just classic excursions, they are unforgettable trips a day! These are historical stories and interest …
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Author's excursions to the Crimea: Feodosia, Big Yalta, Kerch, Koktebel, Sudak, Bakhchisarai, Sevastopol. As well as exc …
Bakhchisaray is the historical center of the Crimean Tatar culture and the former capital of the khanate, where centuries and legends intertwine. Narrow streets, terraces and ancient buildings create a unique atmosphere: here you feel the breath of the past, and the local flavor and hospitality make the city alive and warm for guests.
Among the man-made attractions of Bakhchysarai, the Bakhchysarai Palace with elegant interiors and the famous Fountain of Tears stands out especially, there are ancient cave monasteries - Shuldan and the Holy Dormition monasteries. In the vicinity there are Syuren Fortress, Chufut-Kale and Mangup-Kale, as well as the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory; museums, mosques and fortresses complement the historical appearance of the city.
Natural attractions around are not inferior to historical: Crimean mountains with picturesque ridges and panoramas, Shul Valley and canyons of cave towns create dramatic landscapes. The trails along the cliffs and quiet gorges are suitable for hiking and photographing, and the viewing sites offer wide prospects for the peninsula and the sea coast.
On our site you can see all these places on an interactive map, quickly learn what to see, read brief descriptions and see photos. Plan the route online: mark points of interest, calculate the time to visit and make a convenient route for one day or for the whole weekend.
You are free to explore Bakhchisaray on your own, walk around the palace courtyards, go to cave temples and enjoy nature in your own rhythm, or book a tour with local guides. Professional guides will share the legends of the Fountain of Tears, tell stories about the Khan’s court, walk along hidden trails and fill the walk with live facts and emotions.
Come to Bakhchisaray to discover the combination of centuries-old architecture and pristine nature, feel the spirit of the ancient city and find your favorite corners of the Crimea. Collect routes, choose excursions or explore everything yourself - the city is waiting for your steps and new discoveries.
