Sights of Abkhazia

If you are already in anticipation of the summerholidays and wondering where to rest, everything will be in Abkhazia for a pleasant holiday. This republic has long been known as one of the most amazing and sunny corners of the planet, a favorite place for tourists from both Russia and other countries. Thanks to the delightful and unique nature of Abkhazia, its bright and original culture, ancient history and numerous architectural monuments, rest here will be unforgettable for you.

The most famous sights of Abkhaziaare associated with the ancient ruins: the ruins of the ancient city of Sebastopolis in Sukhumi, Anakopia in New Athos. In addition, Novaathonsky Monastery, Lake Ritsa, Gegsky Falls and other natural and cultural monuments are well-known. A large number of architectural monuments are in the Abkhaz capital of Sukhumi. If you are considering the question of what to see in Abkhazia, start your acquaintance with this country from here. This city is located on the Black Sea coast. Many of the sights of Abkhazia are located exactly in Sukhumi. For 2,500 years of its existence, it was known under various names: Sebastopolis, Dioscuriada, Sukhum-Kale. The favorite place for residents and visitors of the city is the Teatralnaya Square, decorated with fountains, with a magnificent view of the Black Sea.

Another beautiful place in Sukhumi is considered to beLeon avenue, overlooking the Botanical Garden - the ever-flowering decoration of the city, famous for its unique flowers, bushes and trees. Nearby there is the State Museum, in the expositions of which one can see both monuments of Abkhazian culture and way of life, as well as archaeological finds from neighboring regions. Of particular interest are the sights of Abkhazia, connected with its rich history. One of these places in Sukhumi are the ruins of the Sukhumi fortress, which the Romans started building in the second century of our era. Fifteen thousand years later it was fortified by the Turks. At present, archaeological excavations are conducted in the fortress.

To the east of the Abkhaz capital is the castleBagrat, built about a thousand years ago and well preserved. From the height of the walls of the castle you can enjoy a beautiful view of the city and its surroundings. Twenty kilometers from Sukhumi, near the Iberian Mountains, there is New Athos attracting tourists with its religious monuments. Of these, the most notable is the monastery of St. Panteleimon, founded in 1875. And the depths of the Iberian Mountains are famous for the complex system of labyrinths of the New Athos cave. Six underground halls of this cave serve as tourist objects, where excursions are conducted on a specially laid railway. The peak of the Iberian mountain attracts the Anakopi fortress located here, built in the fourth century by Byzantine masters. In addition to the walls and watchtowers of the fortress, a cistern for storing clean water was preserved, as well as a temple built in the eighth century.

The natural sights of Abkhazia are,first of all, resorts, among which the first place belongs to Pitsunda. Famous for this resort brought a magnificent pine reserve and a unique microclimate. In addition, the reserve is decorated with eight small lakes with crystal clear water. And, of course, attracts tourists a magnificent beach. Also there are monuments of the historical and architectural complex "Great Pityunt". And in the building of the Pitsunda Cathedral an organ is installed, the sound of which can be heard at periodically conducted concerts. The most resort town of Abkhazia is Gagra. Here you can admire the ancient fortress of Abaat, the Seaside Park, decorated with famous columns, and the castle of the Prince of Oldenburg.