Ayu-Dag Landscape Preserve

The Ayu-Dag Landscape Preserve spans 527 hectares across diverse terrains including forests, cliffs, and coastal areas near the Black Sea.

The preserve received official protection status on October 28, 1974, marking a shift in regional environmental conservation approaches in Crimea.

The mountain's name translates to Bear Mountain in multiple languages, reflecting the geographical shape that resembles a large bear drinking from the Black Sea.

The preserve maintains established trails for visitors at coordinates 44°33'40.00"N, 34°20'4.99"E, between the towns of Gurzuf and Partenit.

The geological formation of Ayu-Dag reaches 572 meters in height and represents a laccolith structure formed by magma intrusion into sedimentary rocks.

Location: Crimea

Inception: October 28, 1974

GPS coordinates: 44.56111,34.33472

Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:06