Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Alushta
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Alushta with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Alushta area
This Alushta map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Alushta and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Ukraine
On March 8th, Ukraine celebrates International Women’s Day. After the collapse of the USSR, this celebration of equality acquired a completely different meaning. Now it is called “the holiday of beauty and spring”, and during the celebration, women of all ages are wished not success and strength, but beauty and femininity. The Great Day, or Easter, is celebrated in April with Easter painted eggs that symbolizes the beginning of life. Ukrainians paint eggs with pleasure in order to break them together later at the table and eat them. The holiday does not do without a sweet Easter cake, which is blessed in the church. 49 days after Easter, Trinity Day is celebrated. People attend services in churches and go to the graves of relatives, where it is common to commemorate the dead, treat themselves to a meal and sometimes drink wine. Many people also leave food at the graves. It is believed that the souls of the dead return to earth on Trinity day and eat the food left at their grave. … Open
Photogallery of Alushta sights
Our guide to Alushta
Travel guide to Alushta
At the resort, there is the interesting Park of Miniatures. It offers its visitors to look at the small copies of the famous attractions of the region. Crimea in Miniature includes copies of such famous attractions, as the Vorontsov Palace, the Swallow’s Nest fortress, Funa, etc. This unusual outdoor museum was built on the territory of the beautiful park. All its extraordinary constructions are hidden by … Open 
Advices for travellers
3. Resting on the beach, never leave your things unattended as one of the main problems of the resort are thieves. Do not take large sums of money or valuables with you without the need. 4. Do not buy food on the beaches with hands, it is also very risky. It is best to take suitable food with you or go to one of the local cafes. All fruits and vegetables bought in the market or in the store must be washed … Open
Traditions and mentality of Alushta
You can fully experience the unique atmosphere of the national color during a walk through one of the city's markets. There is always a very lively atmosphere; voices are heard everywhere and mountains (literally) of fresh vegetables and fruits are visible. It is worth noting that the indigenous people prefer to go shopping in markets, although the choice of supermarkets in the resort is also very large. For many … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Fans of a variety of culinary trends will find Alushta a suitable place for recreation. Lovers of Russian cuisine will be able to taste roast pig, sturgeon, traditional Russian okroshka and ordinary pelmeni cooked according to old recipes. Those who prefer Ukrainian cuisine should endeavor to try the delicious Ukrainian borsch with pampushkas, lard, vareniki with a variety of fillings and pancakes with cottage … Open
Attractions and active leisure
In Alushta you can rest in different ways. Here you can sunbathe and have fun all day on one of the beaches, and in the evening, walk through the wonderful streets of the city, the waterfront or the center, enjoying the sounds of music, as well as the colorful lights of bars and restaurants. For lovers of outdoor activities and extreme entertainment in the resort too, were created excellent conditions. For those who … Open
Cultural excursion through Alushta - things to see
Alushta is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities of Crimea, located in a picturesque corner of the island, which at one time was visited by many famous personalities. Guests of Alushta have a worthy choice of sights and interesting cultural sites for studying. One of the most visited places is the "Museum of Marine Disasters", which is not in Alushta itself, but not far from it - in the village of … Open
