Anapa is considered the most popular holiday destination in the Russian Federation. This is one of the best balneological and children's resorts in Russia and neighboring countries. Many thousands of vacationers come here for summer holidays and vacations. The city is famous, first of all, as a children's resort. The calm and not very deep sea, the abundance of sand, clean beaches and the sea of the sun make it a favorite place for those who travel to the sea with their families.
Geographical features of the city
Anapa is located on the western tip of the Caucasus Range, on the territory of the Kuban Plains. This is the sunniest resort in the south of Russia. A shallow sea is easily warmed up by the sun, and the water quickly becomes warm. The beaches are wide, sandy, and the sea is shallow. Where pebble beaches are found, the depth is much greater.
The holiday season lasts from mid-May to early October. The combination of hot sun and dry steppe air creates a healthier atmosphere than in other resorts of the Caucasus, where the air is more humid and stuffy.
In Anapa, there are as many as three water parks; Olympia, Golden Beach, Tiki So. Tiki So Park is the largest in Europe. In addition to the entertainment infrastructure, there is a bar and restaurant. Olimpia Park is designed according to the ancient Greek style.
In addition to the sea, vacationers have mineral water sources, healing mud, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Vacationers can take a yacht, boat, sailboat, go surfing or fishing in the open sea, go hiking on local tourist routes.
History of Anapa, population, transport
Anapa, as a resort, has a long history. In Soviet times, the city attracted many vacationers. It was possible to stay in an ordinary house or in a hotel, boarding house, sanatorium. Children's camps were developed. In post-Soviet times, the level of service has grown significantly. Modern complexes have appeared that are not much inferior to foreign counterparts. The largest modern building is the shopping center (hypermarket) "Red Square", located at the entrance to the city.
Anapa is inhabited by Russians, Ukrainians, Armenians, Greeks. Due to visitors in the summer, the population of the city triples.
Anapa has a convenient transportation system. There are many bus routes, minibuses and regular taxis. A large number of shops and souvenir shops.
Attractions Anapa
The long history of the city has contributed to a large number of local excavations. Here you can visit the remains of the streets of the ancient city and other historical sites.
There is an oceanarium where you can see various marine animals. You can also visit the zoo and Crocodile Farm.
Near the city is a famous dolphinarium. Aviaries with marine animals are right in the sea. Such an environment is more favorable for the natural life of marine mammals.
Anapa is also famous for its wine. Here it is a traditional craft. Anyone can look into the tasting rooms and visit the underground wine storage.
Not far from the city is located the lake Abrau, popular with vacationers, bordered by relict forests of the Mediterranean flora.
Shopping center "Red Square", Anapa
"Red Square" is a large shopping and entertainment center. Its total area is 36 thousand square meters. km More than 80 stores are located on two floors of this huge building. The rest of the territory is covered with asphalt, including parking areas. Parking for 1000 spaces. Landscaping is practically absent, which is typical of modern Russian buildings.
Among the stores there are representatives of well-known companies: M. Video, Magnit, L`Etoile. Inside the building there is a large entertainment area and much more.
This hypermarket is located at the intersection of Astrakhan and Obyezdnaya streets, at the entrance to the city.
