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Kerch is one of the most ancient cities of Ukraine, and therefore there are many interesting sites that are worth seeing. The city will be interesting especially for those who are fond of history. Considering how many nations lived on these lands, it is not at all surprising that they left behind a rich heritage. Here are the ruins of the ancient Panticapaeum, whose age is more than 2 thousand years. One of the attractions of Kerch - Kerch fortress, formerly known as Totleben. It was built relatively recently, in the second half of the XIX century; this is a real example of military and engineering art of the time. The fortress was built in the very place where the famous Pavlovsk battery was located before, and even before that the fortresses built by the Turks, Genoese and the ancient Greeks rose proudly. A lot of legends are devoted to this place. It is recommended to inspect the fortress only in the company of a guide, because there are rumors that there are still many military traps in the fortress since the very days when it defended the city and had the most important strategic importance. Quite famous historical facilities are the Kerch quarries where limestone was actively mined in its time. The sizes of the quarries are amazing the total length of the tunnels is about 40 kilometers. The quarries are divided into three levels, which were laid at different times. The most curious tourists need to visit the Valley of mud volcanoes, which is only 10 kilometers … Read further

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Dumplings for indigenous people, is a special dish, they greet guests. They are served only with broth, and nothing else. In the filling is often added not only meat, but also cottage cheese, and sometimes peas. For the preparation of second courses, meat, potatoes and cereals are increasingly used. Often, the meat that is served on the second course before now was cooked in soup, which is served on the first. Like … Open

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In the city, there is the Historical and Archaeological Museum founded in 1926. The museum lost the significant part of its collection during the Crimean War. Today, you can see here archeological artifacts that were found when the city and its surroundings were explored. The museum stores the collections of old weapons, rite tools, accessories, and household items. In total, the museum houses almost 240 000 … Open

Attractions and active leisure

In the immediate vicinity of the beach is a beautiful promenade - the most romantic and beautiful place in the city. It is ideal for leisurely walks and intense photo sessions. The Kerch quay is beautiful at any time of the year. In the warm season next to the embankment there is an excellent amusement park, which is worth visiting by all lovers of thrills and holidaymakers with children. It will be pleasant to … Open

Cultural excursion through Kerch - things to see

Kerch museums are also quite interesting; their collections include many unique exhibits. Very interesting is the exposition from the Imperal Mound, excavations of the ancient Greet cities of Ilurat, Tiriaka and Nymphaeus, some excavations from Mount Mithridates and the crypt of the goddess Demeter with truly unique frescoes. In the Historical and Archeological Museum, there is a huge amount of cultural values. … Open

Kerch sightseeing

More than a thousand burial mounds were preserved here, the most famous of which are: Golden, Royal, Yuz-Oba and Melek-Chesmensky. Literally, through several centuries the powerful Panticapaeum and several other cities united in the Bosporan kingdom, the capital of which became Panticapaeum. The kingdom lasted almost a thousand years. Many times these lands fell under the authority of the Roman Empire, but it also … Open

Nature and parks of Ukraine

The conquerors of peaks will surely be attracted by the highest point of the country – the Carpathian Mountain Hoverla. Its height is 2 kilometers, and there is almost always snow on the top. Despite this, Ukrainians and guests of the country love Hoverla, that is why its slopes and the peak from which you can see far around, are rarely deserted. From October to April, it is very hard to climb to the top, but experienced climbers choose particular this time to visit. In Verkhovyn is located the Mount Pip-Ivan, or Pop-Ivan, suitable for beginners to climb. The mountain slopes that smell of herbs are very beautiful and full of berries. There is also a closed observatory at the top. … Open

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