Crimea
Facts and practical information
Crimea is a peninsula in Eastern Europe. It is situated along the northern coast of the Black Sea, and has a population of 2.4 million, made up mostly of ethnic Russians with significant Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar minorities, among others. The peninsula is almost entirely surrounded by both the Black Sea and the smaller Sea of Azov; it is located south of Kherson Oblast in Ukraine, to which it is connected by the Isthmus of Perekop, and west of Krasnodar Krai in Russia, from which it is separated by the Strait of Kerch though linked by the Crimean Bridge since 2018. The Arabat Spit is located to its northeast, a narrow strip of land that separates a system of lagoons named Sivash from the Sea of Azov. Across the Black Sea to the west lies Romania and to the south is Turkey. ()
Region: Crimea
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Food & drink
CuisineA guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.
Sarburma
Sarburma, often referred to as "burma" by Crimean Tatars and known as "Pierekaczewnik" by Lipka Tatars, is a cherished traditional meat pie within Crimean Tatar cuisine. The name "Sarburma" originates from the Crimean Tatar words "sarmaq" meaning "to wrap" and "burmaq"...
Kol böreği
Kol böreği is a delectable Turkish puff pastry that promises to delight your palate. Visualize elongated sheets of pastry dough, carefully rolled and filled with an array of enticing ingredients such as cheese, potatoes, spinach, or meat.
Tatarsko meatballs
Tatarsko meatballs, also known as Kofta, are a delectable fusion of Bulgarian and Tatar culinary traditions. Hailing from Bulgaria, these sizeable, succulent meatballs epitomize the rich flavors and intricate cooking techniques of the region.
Chiburekki
Chebureki is a delectable deep-fried turnover filled with seasoned ground meat and onions, folded into a crescent shape. Originating from Crimean Tatar cuisine, it has become a beloved snack and street food across many regions, including the Caucasus, Central Asia...
Dish
Crimea – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Kebir-Jami Mosque.
Region: Crimea