One of the small resorts where you can spend your annual vacation or summer holidays is the village. Sukko. The attractions and entertainment concentrated here will surprise you with their abundance and diversity: it will be interesting not only for adults, but also for small children. After the long-awaited swim in the waters of the Black Sea, you can purchase excursions from distributors or go in search of local beauties by car. We offer you an overview of the most popular attractions of Sukko with photos, descriptions and addresses/coordinates.
Lion's Head Castle
Address: pos. Sukko, Lion's Head Castle Phone: , Website: www.show-knights.rf Opening hours: 10:30, 21:30 Tue-Sun, Mon-day off Cost: Morning performance - 300 rubles Evening performance: Adult ticket - 500 rubles, Children's ticket - 300 rubles. How to get there: From Anapa by bus No. 109 “Anapa-Sukko” to the stop “U Lukomorya” (the penultimate stop in the village of Sukko), then walk along the signs (to the right). Walk from Sukko along Sovetskaya Street.
High in the mountains you can see the battlements of the castle, decorated with knightly coats of arms. Despite the fact that the castle was built recently, it managed to revive the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
Here you can meet knights leisurely strolling around the castle grounds, get acquainted with the life and craft of that time, do archery with Robin Hood, visit a torture chamber, and also attend a knight's tournament.
Sukko is a wonderful place for a beach holiday by the sea
The village is green with many deciduous forests and juniper groves, which, along with the sea breeze and mountain humidity, makes the air unusually healing. The village has one of the largest children's health centers. Despite its large population, the residents of the village are mainly engaged in the tourism business, so settling and finding housing will not be a problem for you.
Important! In Sukko, not only beach lovers, but also more demanding tourists will find relaxation. A distinctive feature of the village is the pebble beach, as in the neighboring areas the beach is sandy. Sukko is very rich in natural, cultural and entertainment attractions, as well as museums and memorials.
Lake Sukko
Opening hours: year-round Cost: free How to get there: From Anapa by bus No. 109 “Anapa-Sukko” to the stop “U Lukomorya” (the penultimate stop in the village of Sukko on Sovetskaya street), then walk 15 minutes (follow the signs)
Perhaps nowhere else in Russia will you find a lake in the middle of which cypress trees grow. The bark of these trees contains a large amount of resin, which saves them from rotting. These trees come from America; how the swamp cypresses appeared in this village remains a mystery of nature. There are equipped picnic areas on the shore of the lake; you can go fishing or go boating, swim in the warm water of the lake and swim between the trees.
water cypress trees
32 swamp cypresses growing directly from the water are listed in the Red Book. They do not rot due to the special composition of resins, so they grow quietly in the middle of the lake.
It is unknown how these trees got into the valley, because their homeland is Mexico. There is no information about any Mexican settlers in the valley. There are several versions of the appearance of trees:
- The noble couple brought seedlings from California. They planted them in the lake in honor of their deceased son.
- In the 1930s, the seedlings were planted by the Soviet leadership, who wanted to conduct an experiment in this way: whether the trees would survive in an unusual climate. After all, the average annual temperature in the village is 10-12 degrees, which is much lower than in the homeland of cypress trees.
There are a lot of entertainment venues in the village:
- 15 cafes;
- aquapark;
- free-standing water slides;
- two theme parks;
- shooting gallery;
- Ferris wheel;
- terrain for jeep rallies and even an equestrian center.
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Excursion and entertainment complex "African Village"
Address: pos. Sukko, ost. “By the Lake” Telephone: , Opening hours and cost: from May to September Every day at 20:00, except Tuesdays - 800 rubles Children under 5 years old - free Tuesday - closed. How to get there: From Anapa by bus No. 109 “Anapa-Sukko” to the stop “At the Lake” (the penultimate stop in the village of Sukko on Sovetskaya Street), then walk 10 minutes (follow the signs).
On the shore of the cypress lake there is an ethnographic complex where the group of African artists “Rhythms of Africa” holds theatrical performances. Among the huts there is an amphitheater, all the spectators of which, sitting at a table around the stage, become participants in the show. Songs, dances, Brazilian carnival, national food and drinks - all this can be seen and tasted in a three-hour show program.
Resort Features
To begin with, let us highlight that the village has an excellent geographical location. It is located in the valley of the same name, and is surrounded on all sides by low mountains. Their approximate height is about 400 meters. The village faces the sea between two mountains. It is also famous for its local air. Juniper grows in the mountains that surround Sukko, and in the summer, especially on hot days, it releases aromatic resins into the air. This has a positive effect on the condition of the entire body of the vacationer. This alone makes it worth going to the resort in Sukko.
Peasant farm "Horse Path"
Address: pos. Sukko, st. Central Phone: 0.8 Website: www.koni-sukko.ru Opening hours: Mon-Sun 09:00-22:00 Cost: small circle - 500 rubles per person large circle - 1000 rubles per person extreme route (trot, gallop ) - 1000 rubles per person. How to get there: along Tsentralnaya Street, to the end, to the “Horse Riding” banner, and to the right 100 meters.
Horseback riding gives you the opportunity to travel around the Sukko valleys and admire their beauty. At the farm, you can rent a horse and travel along one of the routes, look at the landscapes and enjoy communicating with these smart animals. There is an open petting stable on the territory where you can pet and feed horses and donkeys.
Where to stay in Sukko
The resort village attracts several thousand tourists every year, so the issue of affordable housing is always relevant. Already 500 meters from the shore you can find hotels and guest houses.
You can find housing depending on your preferences and financial capabilities. This could be a hotel with all the conditions for a comfortable stay: a swimming pool, a cafe, billiard rooms.
For those who spend more time on excursions, it is better to choose a guest house. Such houses usually have bedrooms, kitchens, recreation areas, and barbecue facilities.
Hotel "Valley of Sukko"
A popular hotel complex, which includes three buildings. The hotel is equipped with all the conditions necessary for a comfortable stay:
- children's and adult pools;
- playground;
- tennis court;
- sauna;
- billiards;
- payment terminals and high-speed Internet;
- deposit safe;
- All rooms have air conditioning, refrigerators, satellite TV;
- bar-dining room;
- twice a day free transfer to the beaches of the Utrish Nature Reserve.
The hotel is located on the mountainside, in a picturesque location with clean air and beautiful landscape views. There is a guarded parking lot on site.
The village of Sukko is a wonderful resort place, in no way inferior to other vacation spots, where you can spend a great vacation with the whole family.
Diving center
Address: pos. Sukko, Varvarovskaya Shlit area, beach of the Shingari boarding house Cost: Trial dive - 1200 rubles. Trial dive for a child (up to 12 years old) - 1000 rubles. For professionals - 600 rubles. Diving from a boat to a sunken object (boat rental is paid separately) - 1,500 rubles. How to get there: from Sukko by bus No. 109 to the “Shingari” stop (2 km from Central Street along the road along the coast to Anapa)
Scuba diving and seeing the beauty of the underwater world is the dream of many. On the beach of the Shingari boarding house there are diver instructors who teach beginners how to dive into the depths of the sea and conduct excursions to sunken objects: ships from the Great Patriotic War, tankers and bombers.
Historical facts and development of the city
For a long time, Sukko has been considered one of the most colorful areas in the Anapa region. At the beginning of the 20th century. the territories were the property of Count T. M. Loris-Melikov. He acquired the estate in Sukko as a legacy from his famous parent, Count Mikhail Tarielovich Loris-Melikov. During the years of the Caucasus, and then the last Russian-Turkish war, he was one of the managers of the actions of Russian regiments in the Caucasus. In 1880-1881 M. T. Loris-Melikov was the Minister of Internal Affairs of the Russian state. Back in 1869, he acquired the property as a reward for his differences - 6,000 dessiatines in Sukko, where he created a personal estate, planted orchards and vineyards.
At the dawn of the 20th century, the estate, owned by the son of the famous count, became quite developed. The main manager of the estate was V. A. Merkulov, who tried to make his contribution to the social life of the city. By 1913, Count Loris-Melikov received permission to build his own small port estate, hoping to locate it in the lake currently called “Snake”. In addition, projects were being developed to lease these territories to foreign capitalists with the aim of forming a reputable resort in this territory.
Antica
Address: pos. Sukko (between Sukko and the village of Varvarovka (towards Anapa), located along the road) Opening hours: 09:00-20:00 Mon-Sun. Cost: adult ticket – 150 rubles. Children’s ticket – 100 rubles. How to get there: From Sukko (towards Anapa) by bus No. 109 “Sukko - Anapa”, not reaching 1.5 km to the village. Varvarovka
On the outskirts of the village there is a small park of ancient Greek culture.
Here you can get acquainted with the life of ancient Greece, visit a pottery workshop and make a souvenir as a keepsake, shoot with a wooden crossbow, take pictures in armor and have an interesting time.
Braveheart Park
Located next to the lake. To get to the park, you need to get to Rechnoy Lane, and at the end of this street, change your car for bicycles or walk. For those who come by their own transport, there is parking. Tourists traveling to the park from Anapa can take minibus number 109.
You need to pay not for the entrance to the park itself, but for individual entertainment:
- Fishing on a prepared shore. There are comfortable platforms installed here, there are even awnings under which you can feel comfortable in any weather. An hour of fishing costs 350 rubles. If you managed to catch a kilogram of fish, you need to add another 150 rubles.
- Paintball battles. There is a play area equipped with shelters, towers and parodies of military installations. Participants are provided with protective suits and masks. The cost of participation for one person is 450 rubles.
- Rope town. The best attraction for children. At a height of 2-7 meters, participants can, using a safety net, walk along hanging bridges, rope roads and even ride a bicycle on a tightrope. There is zero risk of injury - everyone is provided with protective equipment. Regardless of age, one person will need to pay 300 rubles.
You can also shoot at the shooting range. There is another shooting gallery in the village - “Robin Hood”. The prices are the same - 150 rubles per batch. They shoot from crossbows that imitate historical ones, and from bows.
Dolphinarium
Address: pos. Bolshoi Utrish Phone: 8-800-100-333-7 (toll-free), 8 (861-33) 60208 Performances start: 11.00, 15.00 and 17.30 Cost: Children from 3 to 5 years old - 200 rubles Children from 5 years old and adults - 800 rubles The box office opens 1 hour before the start of the performance. How to get there: From Sukko from the stop. "Recreation center Smena" by bus No. 109 "Anapa - Bolshoi Utrish" to the final stop "Bolshoi Utrish", then straight on foot 500 m
Five kilometers from Sukko, on the border with the Bolshoi Utrish Nature Reserve, there is the only dolphinarium in Russia located in natural conditions. Its inhabitants live in a sea lagoon with running water, in which they show the audience their skills. From the stands on the shore there are stunning views of the Black Sea and juniper forest.
What to see in Sukko
In the village and its surroundings, tourists can find everything for a healthy active holiday.
Beaches of Sukko
First of all, of course, it’s worth visiting the pristine beaches of the village;
Varvarovskaya gap
This beach is located on a section of the coast located between the villages of Sukko and Varvarovka. The beach got its name from the Varvarovsky Gorge, in which it was able to fit.
The peculiarity of the coast is its pebble surface. Entry into the water is gradual, and the beach itself is equipped with changing cabins, toilets, rental kiosks, and a small cafe. Here you can rent a catamaran or boat.
Central beach Sukko
This beach is also located in a mountain gorge, not far from a juniper grove. Beach visitors note several positive features:
- pebble shore, which ensures clean water;
- fresh air;
- absence of wind due to the location of the rocks.
The infrastructure here is well established; all conditions have been created for a comfortable but inexpensive holiday for tourists.
Torture Museum
The resort recreation area is famous for its educational institutions and complexes. Interesting places for fun are located evenly throughout the area, which is why getting to them is not difficult. The list of fascinating areas also includes the Gallery of Torture and Fears of the Inquisition.
If you use the help of a guide, you can touch the details on display and learn their history. Such a spectacle will definitely impress anyone. Also here you can even dress up in knightly costumes and try on the outfits of their women. The guide will tell you a lot of scary stories about witch hunts and executioners.
Travel tips
Having analyzed many reviews about holidays in Sukko, we can conclude that not everyone likes visiting these places. Some argue that this is a great resort for families, with which we completely agree. The latter say that there is nothing for children to do here, entertainment is only for adults. And thirdly, that all these cultural objects will appeal only to children; for enthusiasts, this is primitive and uninteresting.
To summarize the negative reviews, then most likely not all people like the countryside, as they call this corner. However, for connoisseurs of beautiful nature it came in very handy. There are tourists who recommend choosing Sukko out of all the recreation areas in Anapa.
Where to go?
Everyone, without exception, can get a lot of pleasure here. Let's see what's interesting about this resort. And for this you should get acquainted with all the sights of Sukko and the surrounding area of this magnificent resort place.
Perhaps it is better to start with the mysteries of natural flora. This type of object is created directly by nature. With their beauty they attract more and more tourists. You won’t miss the sights of Sukko either.
