Crimean rivers. The largest lakes in Crimea: names, photos

Crimea cannot be called a region rich in fresh water. Crimean rivers are small and shallow, many of them dry up in summer. Nevertheless, they feed our peninsula with water. Moreover, some of them are very picturesque.

Salgir

The longest Crimean river is Salgir, which flows into the Sivash Bay. It originates in the foothills of Chatyr-Dag from the confluence of the Angara and Kizilkobinka rivers at an altitude of 390 m above sea level. The Simferopol reservoir is located on the river, feeding part of the city. Now the main waterway of Crimea is associated with the local population with mud and debris that constantly floats in the river. Previously, Salgir was clean and often overflowed its banks, so its course changed more than once.

Belbek

The most full-flowing river of the peninsula is Belbek, which supplies water to the Belbek valley. In the vicinity of the river there are the famous Belbek Gate, located near the village of Albat (Kuibyshevo). In these places there are many interesting rocks, the Syuiren fortress, the largest yew grove on the peninsula, and the places of the Cro-Magnon camp.

Black river

The deepest river in Crimea can be called the Black River. Often the depth of the river reaches 1.5-2 m, and the width is 15-20 m. It originates in the Baydar Valley. In August 1855, a battle took place near the Chernaya River during the Crimean War. The name Chornaya has nothing to do with the color of the river, and, apparently, was given by the Russian population in consonance with the name of the village of Chorgun (Chernorechye).

Alma

Another river that gave the name to the battle during the Crimean War is the Alma River. In 1853-1856. in the battle on the Alma, the Russian troops were defeated by the Anglo-French-Turkish troops. The French celebrated their victory with the construction of the Alma Bridge over the Seine in Paris. The Alma River originates on the northern slope of the Babugan Yayla in the Alushta region of Crimea. The upper course of the river lies on the territory of the Crimean nature reserve, brook trout is found in this section of the river. One of the right tributaries of the river is the river and healing source Savlukh-Su.

Soter

Often the rivers of the Crimea have several names. The Sotera River is called differently in different sections: Dzhurla, Biyuk-Dere (Alaka) and Sotera. Every part of the river is interesting and worth a visit. This river has numerous waterfalls and rapids. And in its vicinity… stone mushrooms grow.

In the picturesque valley of the Sary-Uzen River, there is one of the most famous waterfalls Crimea, called Silver Stream. Its discreet, intimate beauty is truly amazing and makes an unforgettable impression on visitors.

The largest salt Lake in Crimea - Sasyk-Sivash, located between the cities of Evpatoria and Saki. The healing qualities of the salt contained in it were awarded a gold medal at the Paris Exhibition in 1912. Local muds are no less curative, which are very effective in treating many diseases. Sasyk-Sivash is not only a source of health, but also inspiration. The pink landscapes of the salt deposits boggle the imagination of artists and photographers.

The most famous waterfall in the whole Crimea is located in the mountains of the Alushta region. This is primarily due to the fact that it is the most abundant in the region. The name of this waterfall is Dzhur-Dzhur. Above the Generalskoye village, between Dzhimerji-Yayla and Karabi-Yaila, there is a fabulous Khapkhal gorge. It is here that the famous waterfall is located.

Cheremisovskie waterfalls - another picturesque and impressive corner Crimean peninsula, which would be worth visiting for everyone who is not indifferent to the beauties of nature. They are located in the Belogorsk region in the valley of the Kuchuk-Karasu river, or as it is called locals- Malaya Karasevka. It flows along the Kok-Asan canyon, which is often called the Small Canyon of the Crimea, as opposed to the Big.

Talking about the picturesque riches of Crimea, it is absolutely impossible to ignore the widely known and popular among many amateurs active rest waterfall, which is called Dzhurla. It is located on the southeastern slopes of Demerdzhi in an unusually beautiful natural boundary that bears the same name. Name natural site given by the Crimean Tatars living in this area in ancient times. Translated from the Turkic "Dzhurla" means "running water". The toponym, which was originally used to designate a river and a waterfall, later began to be used to designate the entire valley between the southern and northern summits of Demerdzhi-yayla.

The pearl of Evpatoria is the Moinaki lake. From time immemorial, both old and young people have been restoring health on its banks. Local miraculous mud and brine heal various ailments, rejuvenate and energize the human body.

Not far from resort village Zelenogorye between Sudak and Alushta is a picturesque tract called Panagia. One of the most beautiful corners Crimea is decorated with emerald Mountain Lake and the cascade of the Arpat waterfalls.

Nature - waterfalls, rivers and lakes of Crimea on the map

The Crimean land is famous not only for its historical, but also for its rich natural attractions. The nature of Crimea is very picturesque and diverse, which makes it memorable and always leaves unforgettable positive impressions from visiting this corner of the planet. Despite the rather arid climate, there are more than 150 rivers on the territory of the peninsula, which originate from mountain gorges... Transparent cool water flowing down the slopes Crimean mountains, creates unique landscapes that cannot fail to impress a true connoisseur of nature.

The most beautiful, powerful and full-flowing waterfall in Crimea is the Dzhur-dzhur ("Murmuring") waterfall. Its height is 15 meters, and the width at the peak of high water can reach 5 meters. The hiking trail to this sight of the peninsula runs through a picturesque beech forest. It fits perfectly into the peaceful environment, equipped with bridges, comfortable steps, handrails, so even small children can admire the waterfall. Wooden statues along the trail welcome visitors to one of the most beautiful places Crimean peninsula. The waterfall is easily accessible for tourists and amazes with its spectacularity.

Also one of the visiting cards of the peninsula is the Silver Stream waterfall, which is located near the entrance to Grand canyon Crimea. A hat of moss hangs over the dark hole of the grotto, along which the mountain clear water... It is difficult to assess the scale of this Crimean waterfall in the photograph, it seems small, but in reality everything is not at all like that. Its height is 9 meters and an adult can freely stand under its canopy.

Above the Silver Stream waterfall, the Yusupov Lake is located downstream. It should be noted that it is an artificial reservoir created at the beginning of the twentieth century by Prince Yusupov for raising trout, which needs special conditions... The Sary-Uzen River, on which a stone dam was built, covering the gorge in a semicircle, originates from a karst spring, so the water in the lake is cool and crystal clear even at the height of summer. Trout from Yusupov Lake was served in all palaces south coast and was famous for its great taste.

The most high waterfall on the territory of Crimea is the Uchan-Su waterfall ("Falling water"). It is located just eight kilometers from Yalta on the territory of the Yalta State Mountain Forest Reserve. it wonderful place for a walk with the whole family. You can climb to the waterfall along the picturesque Botkin and Shtangeevskaya trails. From the top of the cliff, from where the 85-meter waterfall begins, a wonderful view of the surroundings of Yalta opens. The most full-flowing Uchan-Su occurs after heavy rains or in the spring, but even in summer time it is worth paying attention to this walk, as its surroundings are full of various interesting sights.

Pearl eastern Crimea one can call the Kuchuk-Karasu canyon, since in addition to numerous baths and beautiful cascades, there are 4 large and impressive waterfalls in it. It is not difficult to get to it, especially in the summer, when the high water subsides. From the village of Povorotny, a tourist trail, equipped with bridges and crossings, goes along the river.

Unfortunately, there are few lakes in Crimea, but those that exist deserve special attention. Sasyk-Sivash is the largest lake on the peninsula. It is famous primarily for its salt and medicinal mud. Since ancient times, salt has been mined here, which was distributed to all neighboring states.

Another salt lake, which is one of the most unique mud healing places in Europe, is called Chokrak, which means "spring" in Crimean Tatar. Not far from him, a drinking source beats mineral water... The lake is located in the eastern part of the peninsula near the hero-city of Kerch.

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Lake Donuzlav located upon West Bank Crimea, near the village of Mirny, the nearest town of Evpatoria. The area of ​​the lake is 48 km2. The lake can be conditionally divided into two parts: fresh, which goes into the depths of the peninsula, and salt, which is closer to the sea. The lake has a narrow neck, in which it connects with the sea. Now military ships are based on Donuzlav, so part sea ​​relief had to deepen for the movement of ships.

Donuzlav the most deep lake on the Crimean peninsula, the depth in some places reaches 30 meters. The lake is rich in flora and fauna. On the lake, you can fish both fish inherent in freshwater lakes and sea fish. Sometimes dolphins enter the lake, chasing shoals of fish in front of them, then a fish paradise begins on the lake. Only the lazy don't catch fish. On the lake, especially closer to the sea, there are stone and grass crab, large colonies of mussels, from fish: horse mackerel, mullet, perch, crucian carp, sea goby and others.
There are several kitesurfing and windsurfing training bases on Donuzlav Lake. While resting in the village of Mirny, tourists very often swim in the sea and in the lake. The water in Lake Donuzlav warms up faster and they often rest there with children.

Consists of several parts, therefore it has two names. Northern part the lake is called Aigulskoye, and the southern one is called Kyrskoye or Bolshoi Kyrk. On the map, it is most often put under the name Aigul Lake.

The lake is located in the north of the Crimean peninsula, the nearest settlement is Krasnoperekopsk, practically on the border between Russia and Ukraine.
Aigul Lake is the third largest on the peninsula, its area is about 38 km2. With the spring flood, the lake expands to 2 km2, average depth the lake is 2.1 m, in some places it reaches 5 m.
Today, Aigulskoe is one of the most environmentally friendly lakes in northern Crimea, it is home to more than 100 species of birds and many small rodents and various animals. The lake is salty, but it has one of the very interesting features: almost in the center of the lake there is a ridge of islands, on the largest there is a well with fresh artesian water. The flow rate of the well is about 4,500 l / h. The water is very cold and tasty even on the hottest summer day. You can only get to the islands by boat. Aigul Lake is one of the most beloved and most visited lakes in the Northern Crimea.

Lake Aktash is located on East coast Crimean peninsula, almost at the very shore Sea of ​​Azov, in the center between the cities of Kerch and Feodosia. Nearest settlement- Shchelkino. The lake area is about 28 km2. The lake was connected from many small lakes by human hands. In the late 1980s, it was decided to build a nuclear power plant on the Crimean peninsula in Shchelkino, but water was needed to cool the reactor. Then it was decided to raise the level of the lake by several meters by constructing a chain of dams and dams, due to which many small lakes were united into one large, and by the name of the largest and gave the name Aktash... The station was built almost 80%, but due to the collapse of the USSR it was never completed. Therefore, the lake was never used for its intended purpose. Over time, the infrastructure of the lake began to fade, and without proper supervision, breakthroughs and erosion began in different parts of the 8-meter fortifications. And in a place of 3-3.5 m depth, now only in some places you can find a depth of a little more than 2 meters.

But human labor was not in vain. Now this lake has been chosen by many birds, gulls, cormorants, herons, ducks, storks and other species of birds. In the spring, there is always noise and din on the lake. More than 30 species of birds nest here, foxes and small rodents live. The lake is also famous for its estuary worm, which is dripped for sea fishing.

Red lake in Crimea located near Krasnoperekopsk, in the north of the Crimean peninsula. The area of ​​the Red Lake in Crimea is 24 km2. The lake is divided by a dam into two parts: the first part is used for the industrial needs of the city, the second is used by local residents. The lake is very salty, so the locals sometimes jokingly call it By the dead sea... Entering the lake, you feel how the water pushes you upward, so you can lie on the water calmly. Also, the lake has medicinal properties due to its high mineralization.

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Uzunlar Lake is located in the Eastern part Crimean peninsula, on the Black Sea coast between the cities of Kerch and Feodosia.

The lake area is 21 km2. Although the lake is salty, the processes of desalination are proceeding at a very fast pace. In the USSR, the lake was the most large place mining of coastal sulphide mud. After the collapse of the USSR, the fishery gradually began to fade away and is now practically stopped. The lake is located near a military training ground, so access to it is practically closed.

Located on the outskirts of the city of Evpatoria. One of the oldest lakes on the Crimean peninsula, formed about 5 thousand years ago. The lake is shallow: the maximum depth is about 2 meters, but in very small areas. Basically, the lake turns into a ford when they go to the beaches. The lake is very salty and contains many useful minerals and healing mud. During the Soviet era, the Moinak mud bathhouse worked on the lake with a large flow of tourists. The healing properties of the lake were already known to the ancient Greeks, who founded the city of Kerkinitida in these places, the Tatars, who erected fortifications and the city of Gezlev. In the last few years, the Moinak mud bath has begun its revival. Reconstruction works are underway, and new premises for receiving tourists are being created. Access to the lake is now free, and all guests of Evpatoria can swim in it and apply healing mud on themselves.

Each of the lakes of Crimea is unique and interesting in its own way, rich in history and overgrown with numerous legends. Arriving on vacation in Crimea, be sure to visit the local lakes. Get a lot of experiences and a free opportunity to improve your health or rejuvenate.

Crimea lakes on the map

Crimean water is mainly found in the sea. The rivers of the peninsula are small, and the lakes of the Crimea are often located close to the coast, while they are often with a high degree of salinity. But among them there are invaluable from a medical point of view, unusual in origin and simply beautiful.

Limans of Crimea - pieces of the sea

Most of the lakes on Taurida are concentrated near the seashore. As a rule, they are closed and salty, and belong to the estuary type. This term means that the reservoir arose as a result of fencing off a small bay with an isthmus from the sea.

These lakes do not at all communicate with the world's oceans or have a narrow connecting channel. The water in them is usually very "sea". There are estuaries formed naturally, but often a person put his hand to their appearance, constructing dams for passage or protection from waves. The isthmuses separating them are often small.

The Crimean salt lakes are important healing centers. Mineral mud helps to get rid of skin and gynecological diseases, treat problems with the musculoskeletal system. Healing sludge is extracted on an industrial scale for supplies to hospitals and.

The most famous are the beneficial properties of the contents of the bottom of Tobechik, Chokrak, Moinaki, Saki. Sometimes tourists try to use the mud on their own, although this requires some caution - doctors consider such amateur activities to be dangerous. Mud therapy implies strict adherence to time, and there are many contraindications to it.

Known in Crimea and Donuzlav, which was once the territory of a secret military facility. And Koyashskoe Lake is inhabited by algae, which acquire a reddish hue in the heat. Consequently, in summer it attracts holidaymakers with its bright pink color.

Fresh water bodies of the plains - sources of coolness

There are much fewer fresh lakes in Crimea. Some of them are extensions of the channels of rivers and streams. So, the Voron near Sudak is formed by the river of the same name, and Yusupovskoe - Sary-Uzen. Some are of an artificial nature - they were formed as a result of flooding of construction pits or quarries with water from springs. Such are Mangup or Ai-Efim, which is not far from. Due to the significant inflow of spring water, many freshwater lakes remain cold even in the summer heat.

Some of them are located in intermountain gorges, while others are at a considerable height. Once upon a time, attempts were made to create man-made lakes on the yayls - they were called goli.
But far from all the natural pits were filled, and from somewhere the life-giving moisture then completely disappeared, leaving empty funnels.

The most beautiful Crimean lakes slightly less popular with holidaymakers than the sea. But pleasure is not always cheap. Sometimes a visit is paid in itself, for example, Kastel, Vasilievsky, Turquoise. Often, you will not need to pay for rest, but for additional opportunities - a place for a tent, a supply of firewood, and a boat rental.

You also have to pay for, to fork out either for the right to fish in general, or for the opportunity to catch fish more than the established minimum. The origin of the requirement is clear - the lakes were stocked with people, the density of the scaly population has to be maintained through the efforts of specialists. But swimming and sunbathing on the banks of most reservoirs is possible without additional costs. Especially suitable for swimming is the Martian Lake, which is near Bakhchisarai.

Lakes among mountain rocks

Mountain lakes in Crimea are often located not in the mountains, but in the foothills. They are often found in tracts between ridges and in river valleys.
Above all, there are artificial goli, but such as Castel, Raven or Panagia also have a height of several hundred meters. The Emerald Lake near (near the Shaan-Kaya cliff) is also beautiful.

They are usually quite cold, feed on mountain rivers, and those, in turn, on melted snow, rains and underground springs. Therefore, it is necessary to swim with caution - only the surface layer is warm.

But the lakes in the mountains are amazingly picturesque. Photos from their shores are regularly used by tourists to brag about their trip, and by advertising specialists for professional purposes. Many have standard tourist routes... Among them there are paid and free ones, and this indicator is not constant.

Tavrida record holders and unusual places

There is nothing comparable in scale with Lake Victoria or the Caspian Sea in Crimea. But there are record holders. The deepest is Donuzlav - up to 27 m, large sea steamers can enter there. A largest area at Sasyk-Sivash - 75.3 sq. km, it is called a deposit of valuable healing mud.

It should be borne in mind that the data are maximum. In the summer heat, the mass of lake attractions of the Crimea becomes very shallow and decreases in size, and some dry up completely.

Unusual and truly unique Crimea are underground lakes. They are, for example, in caves or, formed in karst cavities by springs and rivulets flowing / flowing underground. Visiting them requires some preparation and is not desirable alone.

Lakes on the map of Crimea

Crimean lakes are not known for their noisy glory, but this does not diminish their romantic beauty. They strive for the sake of health improvement, for the silence and unity with mother nature, which is so lacking in the hustle and bustle big city! In conclusion, we offer an interesting video clip about the most beautiful lake, enjoy your viewing and see you soon!

Crimea is a small world that has everything. There is a deep sea here majestic mountains, medicinal lakes, own unique culture and much more. The Crimean Peninsula is very popular with tourists different countries... Some come here to admire nature and architecture, and many come here to heal, gain strength and energy. The Crimean lakes, the names and descriptions of which are given in the article, are very popular among tourists, connoisseurs of both everything beautiful and useful.

Sasyk-Sivash

The most famous lake in Crimea is Sasyk-Sivash. People call him simply Sasyk. It is located between the cities of Saki and Evpatoria. This body of water leads the list of "Most large lakes Crimea ", as it is the largest in terms of area: it occupies about 75.3 km 2. By its nature, this is a salty estuary lake. It is quite shallow. According to the latest measurements, its maximum depth was 1.2 meters. It is this feature that attracts tourists with children. They can safely swim there with the whole family, without fear that the little mischievous people will swim too deep. Also, many lakes of Crimea are medicinal, including the mud lake Sasyk. Many tourists come here to experience all the delights of the healing mud.

Donuzlav

One of the most famous "blue eyes" of the Crimea is in the Black Sea region. The fame and popularity of this place is given by the fact that Donuzlav is the very Crimea. Its total area is 48.2 km 2, and the maximum water depth reaches 27 meters. By its nature, the reservoir combines salty and fresh water... Not so long ago, at the time Soviet Union, the area around Lake Donuzlav was top secret, as there was a naval base there. From time immemorial, the waters and coastal lands around the lake are covered with secrets and legends. Researchers for many years have not come to a common conclusion about the history of its formation. Many believe that it was previously the river Hypakiris, which Herodotus described in his writings, but material evidence of this was not found. Also in 1961, the remains of a ship were discovered at the bottom of the reservoir, which archaeologists date back to the III-IV century BC.

Aigul lake

This reservoir ranks third in the top of the largest lakes in Crimea. Its area is 37.5 km 2. By the type of mineralization, Lake Aigul is salty and has an estuary origin. It is not very deep: up to 4.5 m. It is located in the Krasnoperekopsky district. At the moment, the reservoir is not used in any way, but is only a wonderful decoration of the peninsula. With the landscapes of coastal lands and the glitter of the water mirror, it attracts more and more tourists and connoisseurs. wonderful world nature. Few lakes of the Crimea can be compared with it in terms of picturesqueness.

Aktash lake

At the moment, Aktash is the fourth largest lake on the Crimean peninsula. Its waters are salty, it covers an area of ​​26.8 km 2. It is located in the north, its water is not used in any way in the economy and industry due to the high concentration of salt. Maximum depth lakes - only 3 m. Unfortunately, at the moment this reservoir is drying up, and every year its area is decreasing. However, it still beckons to itself curious tourists and mesmerizes the eye with lyrical surroundings.

Red lake

On there amazing lake called Red. It is also called Lake Ass. It is located in the Krasnoperekopsky district. Its area is 23.4 km 2. This reservoir is conventionally divided into two parts. One part is used in industry, and the other residents of Krasnoperekopsk use for their own purposes. Red Lake is unique in nature. It captivates the eyes with the beauty of the landscapes and makes you breathless when you look at the pink mirror of the waters, which are so salty that from a distance it seems as if the water surface is sprinkled with salt. No other lakes in Crimea can be compared with it. Why is it red? Its bottom is located on an extinct mud volcano, plus a high salt concentration, hot Crimean weather - all these factors influenced the formation of a caustic and aggressive habitat for microorganisms. That is why the water in this lake is red. This is a kind of battlefield for survival for various living things that can exist in such conditions. Admire so unusual lake large groups of tourists come all the time, and the inhabitants of Crimea love this place very much for its uniqueness and attraction.

Uzunlar lake

This reservoir has several different names. It is called Uzunlar Lake, Konchek, Otar-Alchik. It is located in the south Kerch Peninsula and covers an area of ​​21.2 km 2. It is saturated with beneficial sulphide mud, which has been used for many years for health purposes. With the desire to improve their health, many travelers come here, as well as to other lakes of Crimea. However, it is allowed to visit the reservoir only from excursion group and in certain months, since it is located on the territory of the military training ground where the exercises are held. But this place attracts guests not only due to the healing properties of its mud. Coastline Uzunlar Lake and coastal areas are an area of ​​extraordinary beauty. Sandy beaches in tandem with rocky cliffs make an indelible impression and fascinate views.

Kirleut Lake

Kirleut lake, or, as it is popularly called, Kirleut, is located in Krasnoperekop. This lake is the seventh in area on the entire peninsula. Its total area is 20.8 km 2. At the moment, this lake is not used in any way. The area around Kirleut is very beautiful for its landscapes. The coastline is mostly steep and rocky. Such features give this place a mystery and beauty. Also, a large number of different species of birds nest in the coastal areas, since the waters of Kirleut Lake are crystal clear, and the air is filled with the scents of nature.

Tobechik lake

The eighth place in the top of the largest lakes of Crimea is rightfully occupied by Tobechikskoe Lake. This reservoir is located in the south of the Krechensky Peninsula. Its area is 18.7 km 2. This is a salty, estuary lake. The coastal areas are all strewn with gullies and ravines, but rocky cliffs rise to the sky above them. Such a relief makes the lake look fabulous. It contains a lot of algae, various plants and animals. Therefore, the mirror surface of the waters is almost always covered with various amazing greenery, and this is also very often observed here. a natural phenomenon like water bloom.

The article describes where the lakes are located in Crimea, and gives a brief description of them.