Cypress Lake (Sukko): description, features, photo
Not far from Anapa there is Sukko Lake,located in the village of the same name. Most often it is called Kiparisov. The reservoir is located in the valley of the same name, which lies south of Anapa and north of the village of Bolshoy Utrish.
There are several variants of the origin of its name. The main version: "sukko" in the translation from Adygea means "pond water".
Cypresses
Cypress Lake (Sukko) has one enoughan important tourist attraction. And such are cypresses, which grow right in the middle of the reservoir. It is well known that these trees in the past did not grow in Russia - their homeland is North America. How, then, did 32 cypresses grow in this area, which gave the second name to the Sukko reservoir? According to unofficial data, they were brought here and planted during the experiments in the 30s of the last century. And since then they have taken root and have been here for more than 80 years. This was due to resinous wood. It does not allow rotting, and therefore these mighty trees are called "eternal". Their height reaches 50 meters.
Cypress Lake (Sukko) is designed in such a way,that you can see cypresses only from certain places and at the right time of the year. To see them, you have to walk not along the beach coast. From places to rest they are not visible. These mighty trees are listed in the Red Book. In summer, the lake is full, and in the autumn, when shallowing occurs, the roots of the cypresses become visible, and you can walk up to them and walk among the trees.
Properties of cypresses
Cypress wood has also useful properties. It is also worth pointing out that many people are pleasantly satisfied with the smell of needles. The latter, like wood, has medicinal properties that other plants do not have. Many people know that such a resin is treated with ulcers, ulcers and wounds. Even in ancient times, for example in Greece, those who had problems with the respiratory tract and lung diseases were taken to cypress trees so they could enjoy the scents being extracted. Cypress Lake (Sukko) today is a similar place. Thanks to the growing trees, a kind of aromatherapeutic health resort was formed in the open air. It is useful to bring not only patients with respiratory problems, but also those who have cardiovascular diseases and malfunctions of the nervous system. The aromas that come from cypresses have relaxing properties, they soothe, restore the lost strength and relieve irritation. Specialists have established that the substances released by cypress groves kill microbes and strengthen immunity.
Rest on the lake
Cypress Lake (Sukko) is a place where you cana great rest in the family circle, and in a friendly company. For this, the modern infrastructure of the described area offers visitors a lot of entertainment. For example, for a family holiday there are special recreation centers, which include the "African Village". For lovers of equestrian sport, it is suggested, respectively, a horse farm (where you can ride yourself and admire purebred horses), and in the castle "Lion's Head" you can participate or watch medieval tournaments.
And, of course, it is nice to fish in the water area. Cypress lake in Sukko, reviews about which are positive and give all the advantages of a reservoir, like any spinning. Fans of fishing will never leave the coast empty-handed - abundant catch from carp, carp, carp, which live here, will provide a wonderful mood. Around the pond there are groves in which you can safely stroll, enjoy not only the most beautiful kind of nature, but also the cleanest mountain air, forget about the time for domestic chores. In addition to hiking, you can arrange and horse, asking at the above base recreation horse.
Pleasant side recreation
Cypress Lake (Sukko), whose photo is simplyamazing, not too equipped with modern technology and technology, so that the water in it remains clean. That's why tourists come here to rest, installing gazebos, tents, and on brought barbecues barbecue, go to the surrounding forests for mushrooms and berries, play various games.
The beauty of this Cypress Lake attracts andgoing to get married. Very often the newlyweds come here with the purpose of arranging unusual photosessions in nature. Thanks to bright colors, the captured images perfectly retain memories of the happiest day.
"African Village" and "Medieval Castle"
Holiday Village «African Village» offerstourists a variety of show programs, sustained in the style of the hot continent. It is located near such an point as Anapa. Sukko (Cypress Lake) on its shores has another recreation center. "Medieval Castle", which is made in the style of that time, also offers the appropriate show programs. You can watch the brave knights who compete in tournaments for the honor of court ladies. In addition to noble masters, in this castle you can meet commoners and artisans. Having visited this medieval atmosphere, tourists retain their impressions for a long time.
Cypress Lake (Sukko): how to get there?
Getting to Lake Sukko is easiest on personalcar or taxi, as public transport does not go here. To do this, you need to get to the village of the same name, continue to the place where the pointer to the lake is set. If there is no desire to pay for entry, then it is necessary to choose an acceptable place for parking.
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