Extraordinary mountain panoramas, clean air full of floral aromas, the culture of spiritual life and traditions - this is exactly what encourages you to go to the Carpathians once again. Everyone who has visited Transcarpathia at least once returns here again. Ukrainian mountains are chosen for health, active entertainment and vacation at any time of the year. Corporate and family events are arranged rest in the Carpathians in winter, come with friends or alone to be alone and forget about the noise of the city. Find out where to relax in the Carpathians and what to see in Transcarpathia.
Hotels in the Carpathians with a view of the mountains
In Transcarpathia, there are many hotels with a view of the mountains, but it is extremely difficult to find a free place on the eve of the holidays or at the beginning of the ski season. If you plan to vacation with a large family or with small children, choose a tourist complex with cottages for accommodation and reserve places in advance. It is quite comfortable in a separate house, moreover, its rent is cheaper compared to the cost of several rooms. If you are vacationing alone or with friends, book double or two-room rooms.
Find out in advance what services the hotel in Transcarpathia offers for children and adults. Pay attention to its infrastructure and location relative to ski resorts, historical monuments and other places you plan to visit during your vacation. For example, the tourist complex "Lake Vita" offers rooms in its hotels and cottages, and also provides health services and various entertainment. Guests can:
- take a course of aerotherapy, heliotherapy and orotherapy;
- visit the salt room and the Finnish sauna;
- order therapeutic massage and hydromassage;
- feel the healing power of Carpathian vats and phytobochki.
A child can make friends among peers on the playground or swim in the pool. Adults can visit the SPA center or the gym, fish in the lake, play billiards or table tennis — there is everything for a comfortable rest and sports.
Remember that vacationing in the Carpathians is primarily about taking care of your health and gaining unforgettable experiences. With a wide selection of entertainment and close proximity to ski resorts, you will have plenty to do. Plan your vacation ahead of time so that you have time to enjoy the scenery, go up or down the mountains on skis, visit the health center and learn more about the culture of Transcarpathia.
Top 10 tourist places in Transcarpathia
It is not for nothing that the Carpathians are called the green pearl of Ukraine. Thousands of tourists from different countries of the world visit them every year. They admire picturesque landscapes, authentic cuisine and a variety of entertainment. They choose tourist complexes in the Carpathians for family and active recreation, visit ski resorts and local attractions, and there are many of them in the Transcarpathian region.
The most famous among tourists are:
- Synevyr is the largest and deepest mountain lake in Ukraine with an area of 7 hectares, which was formed more than 10,000 years ago. From the top of Mount Ozerna, which is 1,500 m high, it looks like a blue eye, which is why it has such an unofficial name. The lake is part of the National Park, which is worth visiting not only for the sake of the reservoir. In the mountain park with the same name "Synevyr" you can see wild animals and plants from the Red Book of Ukraine, join a guided tour, ride horses, visit museums or take a walk through rivers, lakes, primeval forests, which belong to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- Shipit is the largest waterfall in Transcarpathia, which fascinates with its view at any time of the year. It rises in all its glory in the spring, when the snow melts at the foot of Mount Gimba. In autumn, its waters are surrounded by crimson and golden leaves. But even in winter, you can photograph amazing landscapes near the waterfall, which does not freeze completely. There are always a lot of tourists near him who take excursions to Mizhhirya.
- The Glukhanya swamp is a natural monument, which is better known as a spherical oligotrophic swamp with an area of 17 hectares. It is located at an altitude of 620 m above sea level near Mount Mersha. Its surface is completely covered by mosses, which can be seen from the observation deck. Throughout the local area there are stands with information about flora and fauna.
- The Árpáda Line are reinforced concrete bunkers used by Hungarian troops for defense during World War II. They are located between two villages in the Ostryki tract. People stop here when they go to Synevyr Lake.
- The rehabilitation center for brown bears is the first in Ukraine and one of the largest shelters for animals that have become victims of cruel treatment. Bears that have been confiscated from smugglers or removed from circuses and entertainment establishments end up here. They have 12 hectares of forest at their disposal, which belongs to the Synevyr National Park, as well as equipped dens, swimming pools and recreation areas. Currently, the animals are under the supervision of veterinarians and receive everything necessary for their existence. The administration arranges excursions for children, students and adults.
- Deer farm is the only farm in Ukraine where you can see more than 300 spotted deer. These beautiful creatures cause great delight in children. Visitors can take a photo as a memory and watch the animals in their natural environment. The deer farm is located near the town of Khust, between the villages of Iza and Lipcha.
- Beskydy is a ski resort located near the village of Velikiy Studeny. It is popular among those who are just starting to ski. But it has no less colorful terrain than Bukovel, Dragobrat, Pylypets and other ski resorts of Transcarpathia. In the Beskids, there are relatively gentle descents for beginners and tracks with a height difference of up to 200 m. People come here at any time of the year, but they are most often booked hotel in the Carpathians for the New Year and Christmas holidays in nearby villages. The resort is also known for its hiking routes and various events dedicated to national and state holidays. For example, they arrange interesting entertainment for tourists on Ivan Kupala.
- Skansen Kolochava is an ancient village in the Khust district and at the same time a museum under the sky. Architectural, domestic, military, railway, educational and other unique objects of cultural heritage of the XIX-XX centuries are located on its territory. You can visit a forge, a weaving house, Hungarian gendarmerie, schools-museums, etc. In addition, there is a bird park, saffron valley, attractions and sculptures nearby.
- Palanok Castle in Mukachevo is one of the best in Central Europe. It is located on the outskirts of the city of Mukachevo. It is considered a historical and military-architectural monument. There are several museums, painting and carving exhibitions on its territory.
- The Church of the Archangel Michael is a wooden church in the village of Uzhok, which is considered an architectural monument of national importance. Belongs to the architecture of the Boykov school. A natural amphitheater with sprawling slopes serves as a backdrop for it. Her image can be seen in the chapel of the teachers' seminary in Uzhgorod, in numerous books, booklets and periodicals. Many artists of Transcarpathia dedicated their works to her.
And this is only a small part of the tourist places of Transcarpathia, where everyone will find entertainment to their taste. You can combine eco-holiday with a visit to historical monuments, thermal pools, cheese factories and kolybs - establishments where you can try banosh, bograch, mushroom soup, deruna with wild mushrooms and other traditional dishes.
