Golіtsinsky stitch and Grote, Mountain trail in Novyi Svit, Crimea
The Golіtsinsky Trail and Grotto form a three-kilometer route carved into the limestone cliffs of Mount Koba-Kaya, stretching at different heights above the Black Sea. The path connects several bays and passes through natural caves set into the rock face.
A Russian prince commissioned this route in 1912 to prepare for an imperial visit inspecting local wine production. The work created access to natural grottoes that were previously hard to reach.
The path takes its name from a Russian aristocrat who planted vineyards here in the early 20th century and guided visitors along the coast. Hikers today follow the same route prepared for imperial guests back then, seeing rock faces rising above the sea.
The starting point is at Green Bay near Novyi Svit settlement, and from there the path runs through three different bays with viewing platforms for resting. The route runs partly close to the water and partly higher on the rocky slopes, so visitors should wear sturdy footwear.
One of the caves along the path once served as a natural wine cellar where the prince stored champagne at constant temperature. Visitors can feel the cool air flowing from the openings in the rock, even though the bottles have long since disappeared.
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