Rest and entertainment in Tsandripsha
Rating: 7,6/10 (805 votes)   Tsandrypsh Basilica TourismDespite the fact that it is a rather small resort, Tsandrypsh offers tourists a wide variety of entertainments – from skydiving to extreme descent on a mountain river. Pebble beaches and clear sea will appeal to those who prefer a traditional beach holiday, as well as those who have a rest with children. The infrastructure of the city is quite developed – Every year in Tsandrypsha new recreation centers, restaurants and nightclubs appear. In addition, here you can taste dishes of the national Abkhaz cuisine, and in the warm season, the resort pleases with an abundance of fresh fruits and other crops grown on these fertile lands. When the influx of tourists dies down, the resort turns into an ideal place for relaxing walks and excursions. The history of Tsandrypsha began in the 1st century BC, and until the 6th century it was the capital of the Sanigia principality. On its territory, traces of ancient settlements have been preserved, as well as a temple and a fortress, which were erected in VI – VIII century.  White Rocks Beach AttractionsThe main sights of Tsandrypsha can be viewed absolutely free. One of the most famous buildings is the Khashup Fortress, the ruins of which are located in a picturesque place near the Khashupse River. Its construction began over a thousand years ago and ended by the 10th century. Once the fortress was the most massive and impregnable structure in Abkhazia and was strategically important. Until now, only the lower part of the walls, the ruins of watchtowers with loopholes, as well as stone-paved depressions in which rainwater collected have survived. From the cliff on which the fortress stands, a view of fir forests and peaks opens up Gagra mountain range. By the way, tourists should be careful – the area is overgrown with thorny blackberry bushes.  Khashupse River Canyon, Tsandripsh settlement The Tsandrypsh Basilica stone building was erected in the 6th century by Greek craftsmen. In the past, the basilica was a place where baptism was carried out, the remains of influential people and the relics of saints were kept. Thanks to active reconstruction work, this oldest Christian church has been preserved almost in its original form - and ndash; only its vaults are missing. Nearby there is an ancient cemetery overgrown with acacias. Visiting divers rush towards the wild White Stone Beach, which is located at the exit from Tsandrypsha. This is a beautiful and calm place to take a couple of photographs for memory, as well as observe the life of aquatic life. Lovers of solitude and outdoor recreation will be interested to know that boxwood groves and a picturesque canyon are located not far from the northeastern border of Tsandrypsh. From Tsandrypsh you can easily get to the Novoafonsky caves or Lake Ritsa – the largest lake in Abkhazia.  New Athos Caves This is a beautiful and calm place to take a couple of photographs for memory, as well as observe the life of aquatic life. Lovers of solitude and outdoor recreation will be interested to know that boxwood groves and a picturesque canyon are located not far from the northeastern border of Tsandrypsh. From Tsandrypsh you can easily get to the Novoafonsky caves or Lake Ritsa – the largest lake in Abkhazia. We also recommend reading History of Dilijan Topic: Rest and entertainment in Tsandripsha. |
