Streets of Yalta
The small town of Yalta is world famous. It is located near the sea and surrounded by mountains. The favorable climate has made this resort popular. The streets of Yalta have a special atmosphere and bear the imprint of a long history. In the guidebooks, the resort area includes not only Yalta itself, but also the settlements that are located next to it: Massandra, Gurzuf, etc..
Pushkinskaya and Naberezhnaya are the most attractive and popular arteries of the resort. They are located in the very center of Yalta.
Pushkinskaya street
Pushkinskaya begins near the cinema «Spartacus» and goes to the embankment. It is famous for its numerous retail outlets offering a variety of products ranging from souvenirs to sweets. The Uchan-Su river flows next to this street and goes into the mountains. The decoration of the highway is a monument to the Russian poet Pushkin. In this area there is a historical and literary museum of Yalta, which presents unique exhibits related to the history of the city. Pushkinskaya Street leads to the Lenin Embankment - the most interesting street in the resort.
Embankment
In this place, itinerant musicians and artists gather. The embankment is the oldest section of the city. It is surrounded by palm trees and is surrounded by bars, restaurants and attractions. The street is notable for its unusual architecture, made in different styles. Red granite was used in the cladding of the buildings. This is a favorite part of Yalta, where crowds of tourists flock. The main attractions, popular shops, the best hotels and concert halls are located on the Embankment. Popular festivals, festivals and performances are held on this wonderful street. During the holiday season, the Yalta embankment has a special festive atmosphere.
The main attractions of the embankment:
- Lenin monument,
- theater named after Chekhov,
- international maritime club,
- Isadora Duncan's plane tree,
- Cafe «The Golden Fleece» with interesting architecture.
The main street of Yalta can be compared with the embankments of Nice, Cannes and other famous cities in the world. In its center is the road to Darsan, leading to a picturesque observation deck. The end of the street is a hotel «Oreanda», in the building of which there is a cinema. Nearby you can see an exhibition hall where exhibitions of young artists are held.
Throughout the Lenin Embankment, there are cafes with summer grounds. Prices are reasonable and the menu is varied. On the left side of the main street is the A.P. Chekhov Theater. Next is Chekhov Street, where you can see a mineral spring «Pump room». In the center of the city, there is Lenin Square, which houses many shops and boutiques. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - the central Orthodox church of Yalta, also located in this area of the city.
