Rest in the village of Tsandripsh. Rest in Tsandripsha
Among the most diverse resorts in Abkhazia, many compatriots have been choosing a holiday in Tsandripsha for several decades. This village has a developed tourist infrastructure, a lot of entertainment and attractions, and beautiful pebble beaches. Local nature has created ideal conditions for year-round recreation and treatment in the village of Tsandripsh. People of different ages and incomes spend their holidays at sea here, but everyone, without exception, speaks of the resort as one of the best on the coast.
What to see in Tsandripsha?
Do you want to learn more about the culture and history of the country? Choose a holiday by the sea in Tsandripsha. Abkhazia is a country with amazing story, which is confirmed by various archaeological and historical monuments. Here you can see:
- Tsandripsha Basilica;
- Khashup fortress;
- Tsandripshsky temple.
Among those who come to relax in Tsandripsh in Abkhazia, there are many connoisseurs of pristine nature. They will be interested in going rafting on mountain rivers or visiting the Khashupse Canyon.
Where to stay?
The housing stock of the village is able to satisfy any requirements of tourists coming to Tsandripsh for a vacation by the sea. A variety of boarding houses and hotels, sanatoriums and recreation centers provide the maximum number of services. For those who are looking for “simpler” and therefore cheaper housing, rooms in private households can be rented in the private sector.
Tsandripsh – description
The resort village is located on the banks of the Haupshe River. When entering the village of Tsandripsh, you can admire the beautiful white rocks - one of the attractions of Abkhazia. You can arrive to the resort either by car or by railway. The village of Tsandripsh (Abkhazia) has its own railway station.
A little history
On the territory of the village and in its environs, scientists regularly find evidence of the existence and development of ancient civilizations. The fact that the settlement was significant even in antiquity is confirmed by the finds of marble that decorated churches and basilicas. It is also known that the town of Tsandripsh was a center of pilgrimage to which many believers sought.
Geography
On the west and east, the outskirts of the urban-type settlement of Tsandripsh are bordered by the Khashupse and Bagrepsta rivers. Geographically, the settlement is part of Bolshaya Gagra. Before Russian border it is only 5 km away.
The climate in the village is mild, Mediterranean. Precipitation occurs frequently, but it is short-lived. The sea warms up already in early May and pleases vacationers with its warm waves until October.
The population of the village is small - just over 5 thousand people. Exactly half are Armenians. Russians, Abkhazians and Ukrainians also live in Tsandripsha.
Basic moments
Tsandripsh attracts tourists with its spacious pebble beaches, warm climate, plenty of sun, the possibility of sea swimming, clean air and luxurious Abkhazian vegetation. The village is very green, eucalyptus trees, Pitsunda pines and cypresses grow on the streets. This place is popular with parents with children and those who like to spend their holidays in the lap of nature, away from the noisy amusements of large resort towns.
Accommodation and food in Tsandripsh have always been inexpensive, and the road to the resort village from the railway station in Adler or Sochi airport is not difficult. During the summer season, shops, canteens and Abkhaz national cafes - apatskhi - operate in the village, and discos open in the evenings.
For lovers of active recreation, the resort village organizes rafting along mountain rivers, jeep trips and paragliding flights. In addition, from Tsandripsh there are bus excursions across Abkhazia to the Sukhumi Botanical Garden and Monkey Nursery, to New Athos, to Lake Ritsa, to the Anakopia Fortress and the Geg Waterfall.
History of the village
The territory where Tsandripsh now stands has been inhabited since ancient times. In ancient times, Tsandripsh had the status of the capital of several principalities. There was an important trading port here, which flourished until the rule of the Ottoman Turks. The settlement was of great importance for Abkhazia. This is evidenced by the ruins of ancient fortresses and temples that archaeologists discovered in Tsandripsha itself and its immediate surroundings.
In 1867, the Russians founded a village on the coast, which received its name from the surname of the famous Abkhaz family Tsanba. In Soviet times it was called Gantiadi. Many residents continue to use this name today.
Tsandripsha beaches
The pebble beaches of Tsandripsha are considered one of the best in Abkhazia. They stretch for almost 6 km, so from any part of the residential area you can go to one or another section of the beach. The shoreline is wide, up to 200 m, and covered with medium and small pebbles. Sea water is very clean. The descent into the sea is gentle, but there is no large area of shallow water.
IN summer time The beaches of the resort village have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Tourists can rent sun loungers and sun umbrellas, use toilets and changing rooms. Vacationers go on boat trips, ride jet skis, banana boats and parachute behind a boat.
Basilica
The temple, revered by the Abkhazians, stands in the center of Tsandripsh, not far from the seashore (Oktyabrskaya St., 155). The Christian basilica was built in the 6th century. The building is built of rough-hewn stone blocks, has three naves and three projecting altar apses. Today, the ruins of the basilica have the status of a cultural monument and are under state protection.
When archaeological excavations were carried out near the ancient temple, experts found a piece of white marble slab with inscriptions. It was a text about an unknown historical person indicating his title - “Abagsky”. In addition, archaeologists discovered other marble fragments around the basilica. All this suggests that in ancient times the temple was very revered among the local residents. Converts were baptized there, funeral services were held for the dead, and the relics of Christian saints were venerated.
It is known that in the 10th century, the people who lived here thoroughly restored the basilica. They replaced the dilapidated wooden floors with new stone beams, which is why the ancient temple managed to survive many centuries and is perfectly preserved to this day.
White Rocks
3.2 km southeast of the basilica there is a unique natural monument - the White Rocks. A section of coastline made of cliffs and stones of white and light gray color stretches at the exit from Tsandripsh towards the village of Kholodnaya Rechka. You can get here on foot along the seashore or by road.
The White Rocks are the only exit of marble layers to the sea on the territory of the republic. This is a very picturesque place where all vacationers in Tsanripsha and those who spend their holidays in other resort areas of Abkhazia try to get to. The beach near the White Rocks is good for swimming. It is not crowded here, and you can only meet fishermen and a few vacationers. Photographers love to visit picturesque rocks. The snow-white cliffs, worn by the sea surf, blend perfectly with the azure sea and serve as an excellent backdrop for portrait photographs.
Stalin's Dacha
From the White Rocks it’s less than a kilometer to Stalin’s dacha. The historical building is located in the neighboring village of Bagripsha or Kholodnaya Rechka. The house stands on a high cliff, rising 350 meters above sea level, and offers excellent views of the Black Sea and the coast. They climb up to the dacha along the serpentine roads. A picturesque pine forest stretches around the green two-story building.
Nowadays, you can go inside the house on a tour and explore the premises, the total area of which is 850 m². These are a bedroom, a living room (meeting room), a bathroom, a spacious dining room and a basement. On the second floor there is a billiard room with a fireplace and a cinema.
All rooms inside the historical building are decorated with wood, and in some rooms valuable Karelian birch is used to decorate the walls. It is noteworthy that the length of the bed in the bedroom is only 180 cm, and all the furniture has been preserved from Stalin times. The window glass in the country house is made of thick crystal.
Khashup fortress
5 km from Tsandripsh there are the ruins of the Khashup fortress, which got its name from the Khashupsa River. The ancient citadel rises on a rocky cliff covered with dense forest. They get to it from the village of Khashupsa, which is 3 km from Tsandripsh. A dirt path leads to the cliff along the river valley. Now the ruins are overgrown with yew and thorny brambles, and offer excellent views of the picturesque coastline.
According to historians, fortifications in the mountain river valley appeared in the 1st-2nd centuries, and were built by the Romans. The fortress protected the gorge from enemy attacks from the sea. The citadel was surrounded by a powerful stone wall up to 2 m thick.
Individual fragments of this wall, the height of which reaches 8 m, have survived to this day. In addition, in the fortress you can see the ruins of towers, loopholes and outbuildings, containers carved into stone in which water was stored, and worn-out steps of an ancient stone staircase. On the territory of the settlement there are ancient burial grounds and dolmens.
Where to stay
Most tourists choose the economical private sector of Tsandripsh for their holidays. Several guest houses have been built in the village; the owners rent out turnkey rooms and houses to resort guests. In addition, there is the opportunity to stay at the more comfortable Abkhazia Park Hotel. Tsandripsh is small in size, and all housing in the resort village is stretched along coastline and is close to the beaches.
Some tourists prefer to stay 3 km from Tsandripsh, in the village of Khashupsa. Here, in a picturesque location near a large trout pond, there is a campsite where travelers can stay in tents or small houses.
How to get there
Tsandripsh is located in the western part of Abkhazia, 5 km from the border with Russia. It is connected by roads with Gagra and Sukhum. By car you can get to the resort village along the M4 and M27 highways. The border crossing procedure is simple and takes 10 minutes.
The nearest Sochi airport to the village is located in Adler. If you plan to travel by train, you must also take tickets to Adler. Although there is a railway line through Tsandripsh, trains rarely run here, not all year round, but only during the holiday season - from May to October.
From Adler to Tsandripsh it is only 13 km, and by bus or minibus you can get to the resort village in 20 minutes. Those who want to come to Tsandripsh by taxi should opt for cars with Abkhaz license plates. This will make the trip cheaper.
Tsandripsh is a very small settlement. Even if we take into account the neighboring village of Gyachrypsh, which, in fact, forms one whole with the village, the total housing stock will be much less than in other resorts on the coast. Therefore, it is better to decide on a place to stay in advance by booking it before arriving. There are no large hotels, sanatoriums or recreation centers in the village. All areas are provided by private individuals. These are purpose-built guest houses or rental of standard living quarters for local residents. But the level of service here, oddly enough, is higher than in Gagra. Most likely, this is due to the influence of nearby Russian resorts, which force them to “keep their mark.” Prices in 2020 allow us to classify Tsandripsh as an inexpensive resort. All rental housing is located along the coastline, so this can also be called an advantage of the village.
How to get there
The village is located in the westernmost part of Abkhazia on the border with the Russian Federation. It was built in a valley formed around the bed of the Haushpse River, which flows into the Black Sea here. Another river flows between the village and the neighboring village of Gyachrypsh - Lapsy, and on the border with Russia the Psou River. Thus, the water off the coast of the village is very much renewed by mountain rivers and is therefore quite clean.
The Sukhumi Highway passes through the village - the main transport corridor to get to Tsandripsh. The most convenient way to get here is by car. There is also a railway connection in the village, but there are not many trains, and they do not run all year round, from May to October. From the Russian side, the best way to get to the village is through Adler. Both from the railway station and from Sochi airport you can get to the village by minibus or taxi. Only 5 km from the border. Moreover, when choosing a taxi, it is better to take one with Abkhaz license plates, it will be cheaper.
General information, history
Officially, Tsandripsh is today an urban-type settlement. In various sources, the name can be written as “Tsandrypsh”; in fact, it is the same thing. In Soviet times, the village was called Gantiadi, and many still use this name. Currently, about 5,000 people permanently live in the village.
The territory of the village was inhabited in ancient times. She is considered historical center Lesser Abkhazia. This is confirmed by the many ruins of ancient buildings that can still be seen in the village today. The first official settlement appeared here in 1867. It was founded by the Russians. The name of the village comes from the Abkhaz family Tsanba.
Today, holidays in Tsandripsha are considered to be family holidays. Life here is more measured and calm. From the point of view of the entertainment industry, it is difficult for the village to compete with Adler or Sochi, but this is not necessary. The local nature and the sea will attract their vacationers. To this you can add the Abkhazian flavor and low prices.
Things to do
Holidays in Tsandripsh can also be compared with excursion tour on the history of Abkhazia. The key attraction that is a must-see is the Khashup fortress. This is a fortification structure of the 8th century, which has been well preserved to this day. It is located in the bed of the Khashupse River a couple of kilometers from the village. And right on the premises settlement The Tsandripsha temple or basilica of the 4th century is located. This is an ancient baptismal church with tombs of the relics of martyrs.
For those for whom it is more important leisure, we can recommend trying your hand at rafting - rafting down mountain rivers, of which there are three in the village. And of course the very nature of the Caucasian coast, with its riot of colors and strange flora. Just wandering around the outskirts of the village will not only be exciting, but also very useful.
Climate in Tsandripsha
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Beaches
Local beaches can be called the widest on the entire Caucasian coast. They can reach depths of up to 200m. This is due to the fact that mountain range somewhat removed from the coastline. The beaches are mostly covered with large and small pebbles, so slippers are highly recommended. The total length along the sea is about 6 km, i.e. the entire built-up residential area of the village overlooks one or another section of the beach. All beaches are equipped with a well-developed service industry. The bottom is quite flat, although there is no particularly shallow water. Near the village there is wild beach, which the locals call “White Rocks” because of the white rock formations that formed this place.
Latest reviews about holidays in Tsandripsha
We've been vacationing here for more than a year. We liked everything very much, we plan to come again. Homely atmosphere, comfortable like home. The hosts are very good-natured and did not ignore our requests and wishes. It was cool in the summer of 2019, so they brought us blankets)))
Thank you for the warm welcome, we will definitely come to you again
Very late, but still, finally, I am fulfilling my duty to this wonderful family and their new guests - I am writing a review about an unforgettable vacation in this house! I couldn’t get myself together because I was completely immersed in the children and work, immediately upon returning home. This was such a period in my life. Now, during the holidays, I sincerely want to make up for my shortcomings on this issue)
A year and a half has already passed, and the three-week vacation with Aunt Valya and Uncle Garik still warms my heart with memories!
I was vacationing in Tsandripsha with my one-year-old daughter; my eldest daughter, 9 years old, was nearby at a sports camp. I was looking for housing specifically near the camp so that I could sometimes meet with my eldest daughter. In the middle of our vacation, my husband joined us and the three of us already lived with Valentina and Garik. All previous reviews are absolutely fair - the family welcomes guests like family! Valya has perfect cleanliness, order and comfort everywhere.
The owners warmly welcome guests and think every day that people will be filled with warmth and care during their vacation. I want to return to this house again and again.
For a modest fee, the owners provide guests with cozy, clean, bright rooms. All the amenities of the house, shower, washing machine. Comfortable outdoor kitchen with all the necessary utensils. With a one-year-old child, I never needed anything. When my home blender broke down, Valya immediately brought me hers! For example. There are a lot of little things like that. The owners, when necessary, took us to the market and to the children's store! They tried to help, advise and make our holiday carefree!
When we first arrived it was low season and there were few guests. Closer to July, the house was 100% full, but everyone felt comfortable together, thanks to the hospitable hosts, the guests made friends and communicated with each other in a way that was comfortable for each family.
The owners organize amazing evenings with dancing and conversation over dinner. They have wonderful grandchildren who sometimes dance national dances for guests. They also make excellent company for little guests. My baby was constantly surrounded by the attention and care of Milana and Emil, the grandchildren of Valya and Garik.
Thank you to the whole family for our wonderful vacation and your hospitality! If you go to Abkhazia again, then only to you!!!
Thank you for the rest, Comrade Anya, Seryozha and Gayana. All liked it. It was our first time in Abkhazia, it took us a long time to choose a place and didn’t regret it. Everything you need is there, hot water is always available, air conditioning in the rooms, photos correspond, close to the sea, and most importantly QUIET. There is a minibus to the center nearby. Many families have been coming here for decades. This says a lot. We'll definitely come again. I recommend you come.
Hello everybody!!! The whole family of 7 stayed with these wonderful and friendly people. Two children and five adults. The atmosphere is as if you grew up and were born there, everything is so homely and cozy. The rooms are very clean, there is air conditioning, shower and toilet right in the room, TV, WF, the tangerine garden was amazingly beautiful, a huge summer kitchen with gas stoves, refrigerators, TV. There is a lot of space for evening gatherings, barbecue, skewers, coal, everything is there, everything is so cozy and beautiful, just super. The hosts are very, very hospitable, just great guys. You get the impression that you have known them your whole life. As for the sea, it’s clean, no poisoning, the children had a lot to eat sea water and nothing happened, no one got poisoned or got sick. The sea is exactly 5 minutes walking distance. There are just a lot of shops, there is a wonderful canteen, you can order shish kebab and smoked trout directly to your home through the owners, very convenient. We booked a tour in a Mitsubishi jeep, absolutely great. The children are delighted. By the way, we booked the excursion from the owners, as they say, everything in one place. They have a family business. Well done. The most impressive trip is the Gegsky waterfall, I just recommend it’s very cool, it’s so huge when you look up at the waterfall it makes your head spin. Yes, as for the sea in September, it is warm, the beach is pebbly. We will definitely go there and to this guest house “Svetlana”. I really want to thank these wonderful and kind people for their hospitality, thank you. By the way, we were met at the border by car and driven back too, very convenient. There is even a dog named “Zeus” as if it were his own. My family and I can’t wait to go there again. We will definitely come in 2020. I recommend this guest house to everyone. Thanks for all!!!
This is not the first year we have been vacationing with Zhanna and Igor, but before we even leave, we want to go back (before reaching the border, by the way). The atmosphere is so cozy and homely that during the winter my niece constantly says that we should go and live with Aunt Zhanna and Uncle Igor. Thank you for our unforgettable vacation, we are looking forward to the summer and coming back to you again!
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Tsandripsh is an urban resort village in Abkhazia. It is located at the mouth of the Haupshe River, whose shores are washed by the Black Sea. Every year this place becomes more and more popular among tourists. They are attracted by the purity and silence of nature, which is so necessary in order to escape from the noisy everyday life of concrete high-rises, which Tsandripsh is not equipped with. 2020 will bring many tourists to this resort village who want to enjoy their holiday in paradise.
The population of the village is about 10 thousand people, it is part of Bolshaya Gagra. The resort is located just 5 km from the Russian border. Having visited Tsandripsh, Abkhazia will appear before you in all its glory, local color, cuisine, nature, everything reflects the splendor of this place.
The nature of Abkhazia creates ideal conditions for relaxation. Russian tourists do not require any additional visas or invitations, train tickets are sold at very affordable prices, and you can communicate in the country in your native language.
If you travel to Tsandripsh without intermediaries, by car, there will be no problems crossing the border. The whole procedure takes no more than 10 minutes. If by train, there is a railway station in the village; there are highways on both sides of Tsandripsh and it is very convenient to get to Gagra and Sukhum.
Holidays in Tsandripsha 2020
Many people enjoy a holiday in Tsandripsha. A vacation spent at this resort will remain in your memory for a long time. Holidays in Tsandripsha 2017 will become a bright and unforgettable event in your life. The village has amazing architectural monuments. At the exit from Tsandripsh on the shores of the Black Sea you can see stunning white cliffs, this is a rock formation, one of the treasures of Abkhazia. The place is perfect for underwater observation of the world of fish and algae; the clean sea, coupled with the warm climate, will pleasantly complement your vacation.
The modern name of the city is translated as “Village of Tsandov,” which dates back to the 6th century. Then there was a large settlement and port in which representatives of the ancient Abkhazian Tsa-Naa tribe lived. The history of the village is very eventful, for example, in the 19th century, Tsandprish was connected to the Russian village, and was called Pilenkovo, but as a result of war and divisions, it remained part of Abkhazia. In Soviet times, the resort grew, at that time it was called Gantiadi, now many local residents That's what they call him. Over time, industrial enterprises began to appear and the influx of local population increased.
The first tourists appeared in Tsandripsha in 1955. By this time, the first campsites for tourists had already appeared here. At the moment, the resort has many recreation centers and boarding houses. The tourism sector is also very developed due to the fact that local population always gives a very warm welcome.
Now you can plan a trip to Tsandripsh. Holidays 2020 in Abkhazia, with its beautiful nature, delicious fruits and the sea will remain in your memory for a long time!
One of the reasons why holidays here become more attractive is the accommodation. You can rent a house in advance, and agree with the owners that they will meet you from the plane or train, and personally organize the delivery of you and your luggage to your vacation spot. It will also be possible to agree with them that the mistress of the house will cook for you, or will allocate you a kitchen where you can cook for yourself. The second option is hotels, inns and boarding houses. The infrastructure of the village is quite developed, so there are both luxury hotels and fairly economical hotels. This option is convenient because you don’t have to worry about food; by purchasing hotel accommodation, you will provide yourself with food, but on the other hand, Abkhaz cuisine is simply magnificent, and, of course, you can try the best culinary delights only on the streets in local cafes and restaurants.
You don't have to spend a lot of money - housing and food in the village are inexpensive for your vacation. In Tsandripsh you can easily find many shops and cheap cafes; local residents rent out houses and rooms, sometimes for a nominal fee.
This town a good place For family vacation. Comfortable, clean beaches where you can always take sunbeds or umbrellas. Children are offered a lot water activities. There will also be something to do for young people here, a huge number of bars and discos in the very center will bring a lot of fun and new acquaintances, all establishments are open from 11 am until late at night. For those who are tired of the bustle of the city, the resort will appeal to you; you can rent a house on the outskirts of the village and enjoy deserted beaches and silence.
Our compatriots, choosing for themselves independent holiday, they often come to Tsandprish. First of all, you don't have to travel far. Secondly, you can relax quite economically. Russian tourists who have chosen this resort as their vacation destination usually return year after year to the same owners of the houses, become friends with them, and often, having become acquainted here, come every year with their own groups.
Fans of travel and excursions will also enjoy relaxing in Tsandripsh - from here you can take a trip to the amazing canyon of the Khashupse River, where you will discover amazingly beautiful landscapes of local nature. Fans of extreme walks will be able to raft on their own, along a cold and rocky river, several kilometers along the stream. This excursion leaves an unforgettable impression.
Attractions in Tsandripsha
While relaxing in the village you can visit two historically significant architectural structures. Here is the most ancient temple Abkhazia - Tsandripsha Basilica and Khashup fortress, which is located on the top of the mountain.
The temple has survived to this day almost in its original form, despite the fact that it was built in the 7th century from rough hewn stone, which indicates the high professionalism of the craftsmen of that time. Scientists who studied the history of this town found a large number of marble, this proves its importance in antiquity. It was undoubtedly a pilgrimage and cult center of ancient Christians. The baptism of believers and the veneration of relics took place here. The church is well preserved also because it was restored in the 10th century, and the wooden ceilings were replaced with stone ones.
The temple is a historical monument, the main feature of which is the expansion of the side rooms to the outer sides of the eastern part, which is very reminiscent of the plan for the construction of the church in the Tsar’s City by decree of Julian I.
In the depths of the picturesque gorge of the Khashupse River you can see the ruins of the Khashup fortress, the largest building in medieval Abkhazia. The entire territory of the building is divided into two tiers, the upper one is an oval of walls, to which massive stone steps lead. If you look at the fortress on the right, you can see a recess in the wall, which served as a collection point for water. On the left you can see the forest, which hides the ancient foundations of the outbuildings. If you climb to the top of the cliff, near the fortress, you will see a stunning view of the Gagra ridge, with its fir forests, alpine meadows and layers of white snow.
Tsandripsh, whose sights are of truly historical value, attracts more and more tourists every year.
How to get to Tsandripsh
If you decide to spend your vacation in Abkhazia in Tsandrish, then you need to familiarize yourself with the route in advance and explore Tsandrish. How to get there in the shortest possible time, which roads are in the best condition and other nuances need to be studied before starting the trip. Then during your trip you will not encounter force majeure situations, and the trip will be pleasant and relaxing.
Can be reached by public transport. In order to get to Tsandripsh, you must first get to Adler by plane or train.
If you have made it to Adler, then take a bus or taxi to the Russian border with Abkhazia. From here to the village it is only 5 km and this distance can be traveled quite inexpensively by taxi or minibus.
If you don’t want to waste extra time, it makes sense to take the Moscow-Sukhumi train. The train runs once a day and has a small stop in Tsandripsha.
If you are a car enthusiast and get to the resort on your iron horse, head towards the Sukhumi highway and you won’t pass by Tsandripsh. This is the most comfortable type of travel; after driving through Russia and reaching the border with Abkhazia, you immediately arrive at your destination. At customs, upon presentation of all documents, the procedure for entering the country will take only 10 minutes.
It is worth noting that some hotels in the resort village offer their guests a transfer from the Russian border.