Gelendzhik
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Resort town in Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Gelendzhik is a resort town in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, located on the Gelendzhik Bay of the Black Sea, between Novorossiysk and Tuapse. Greater Gelendzhik sprawls for 102 kilometers (63 mi) along the coastline and covers an area of 122,754 hectares, although only 1,926 hectares fall within the boundaries of Gelendzhik proper. Population: 80,204 (2021 census); 54,980 (2010 census); 50,012 (2002 census); 47,711 (1989 Soviet census).
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 80,534
- Coordinates
- 44.562, 38.085
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Elevation
- 30 m
Overview of Gelendzhik
Gelendzhik — a medium-sized town in Russia — is worth a place on your map. Records put its population near 80,534. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are nature, adventure and family. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Gelendzhik
Nature in Gelendzhik
(4)On the nature side, Gelendzhik offers Beaches, Countryside, Desert and Islands. All of it is drawn from Gelendzhik's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Gelendzhik
(3)Adventure in Gelendzhik covers Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Theme Parks. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Gelendzhik.
Family in Gelendzhik
(3)Under family, Gelendzhik is tagged with Aquariums, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Gelendzhik.
Culture in Gelendzhik
(1)Looking for culture? Gelendzhik has Ancient Ruins. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Gelendzhik.
Sports in Gelendzhik
(1)Sports lovers get Golf. All of it is drawn from Gelendzhik's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Gelendzhik
(1)For water sports, expect Snorkeling. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Gelendzhik.
Best time to visit Gelendzhik
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
Getting there & around
Reach Gelendzhik by regional transport from the nearest hub in Russia; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Europe/Moscow.
Similar destinations
Places near Gelendzhik that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gelendzhik known for?
- Gelendzhik, in Russia, is best known for nature, adventure and family. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 80,534 residents.
- What can you do in Gelendzhik?
- Recorded activities in Gelendzhik include Beaches, Countryside, Desert, Islands and Adventure Parks. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Gelendzhik?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
- Where is Gelendzhik located?
- Gelendzhik is located in Russia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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