"A Port at the Sea of Azov" Mariupol by hunterV

Mariupol Travel Guide: 8 reviews and 17 photos

A Big Port

I remember my trip to Mariupol with a German folk dance group as an interpreter in 1991.
The city lies on the coast of the Sea of Azov 120 km (74.5 miles) to the south of Donetsk, the capital of the Donets Basin and the center of Donetsk region, the most industrial one in our country.
Mariupol is also a big port. You can see lots of different ships in the port.

Large Industrial Center

In the port

Mariupol was called Zhdanov from 1948 till 1988 in honor of an outstanding Communist leader, a member of the Stalin's clique, who is buried at the Kremlin Wall in Moscow.
The city is famous not only for its beaches and sanatoriums, but also for its metallurgical industry. It's a surprising neighborhood: large beaches and huge enterprises of heavy, metalworking, coke-chemical and machine-building industries located directly on the coast.
One of the most famous enterprises is "Azovstal" iron and steel works. The air surely leaves much to be desired in the whole city, although it depends on the wind direction.

Along Lenin Avenue

Coat-of-arms of Mariupol

The climate is moderate continental, The warmest in the Donets Basin.
The average temperature in January is 6 degrees below zero Centigrade and in July 24 degrees Centigrade.
The city parks, squares and quays are always full of people.
The first thing for a traveler to do there is to walk along its main street - Lenin Avenue - and then to go to the city beach.
The Sea of Azov is very shallow : 8 m (26 ft) deep, and you can just walk far there. But you still have to be careful because of the moving sands on the bottom.

Pros and Cons

Pros:shallow sea, nice beaches, lots of cafes and restaurants
Cons:Ecological problems with water and air pollution
In a nutshell:Relaxation at the Sea of Azov

Last visit to Mariupol: Aug 1991
Intro Updated Aug 10, 2011
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Enjoy Extreme Park! Things to Do (1)

Mariupol is famous for its Extreme Park – the only one of this kind in Ukraine. It includes a number of breathtaking... more travel advice

At the beach in a fine summer day - Mariupol

Lying in the Sun Local Customs (1)

The city offers lots of beaches where you can just lie in the sun with nothing to do or play beach volleyball or just... more travel advice

Sea Trip with Friends Favorites (2)

having a sea outing on a small yacht with my friends. The ship's name is "Savona". It's the name of the Italian... more travel advice

Our group at the port of mariupol - Mariupol

A Stroll Along Lenin Street Favorites (2)

Why not have a stroll along Lenin Street, the central avenue of the city. visiting the city beach and having an... more travel advice

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deecat Jun 15, 2011 at 3:19 PM

Loved the introduction and like the idea of traveling with a group of friends. Informative and helpful.
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Yaqui Feb 22, 2011 at 3:13 PM

Lying in the sands looks wonderful and peaceful. Nice page!
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sourbugger Nov 10, 2009 at 5:50 AM

i'm slowly beginning to warm to the ukraine.
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jumpingnorman Jul 13, 2009 at 1:06 PM

Nice you remember the name of the ship - Savona --- looks like a great trip! Norman :)
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HORSCHECK Jan 14, 2009 at 9:58 AM

Victor, fabulous little page about this Ukrainian gem at the Sea of Azov.
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VeronicaG Nov 14, 2008 at 4:22 PM

A day at the beach looks very relaxing!!
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yumyum May 18, 2007 at 9:51 AM

So far I have only noticed the name "Mariupol" as train end station.
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fabrice Dec 30, 2005 at 2:51 AM

nice presentation of former "jdanov"
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f1unland Oct 24, 2004 at 3:29 PM

I've always wanted to stay at the Sea of Azov. Great pages my friend :-)
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herzog63 Dec 31, 2002 at 12:21 AM

Looks quite interesting!!