Massandra

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Massandra or Masandra (Ukrainian: Масандра; Russian: Массандра; Crimean Tatar: Massandra) is the commercial harbor of Yalta.

In the mid-19th century, it passed to Prince Vorontsov Jr, whose father was the governor of New Russia. Enraptured by a picturesque setting, Vorontsov in 1881 engaged a team of French architects to design for him a château in the Louis XIII style. He died the following year and construction work was suspended until 1889, when the messuage was purchased by Alexander III of Russia. The tsar asked architect Maximilian Messmacher to finish the palace for his own use but he did not live to see it completed in 1900. During the Soviet years, the palace was employed by Joseph Stalin as his dacha.

Charts

See Ukraine.

Weather

See Black Sea.

Passages

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Islands

None.

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

The approaches to Koktebel are straightforward and its large breakwater can be seen from a distance.

Entrance

The nearest port of entry is Yalta.

Berthing

The harbor provides good all-round shelter and is much safer then Yalta with when a strong southern wind is blowing. Moor in the large commercial quay.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

None.

Yacht Repairs and Services

None for yachts.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

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Transportation

List transportation (local and/or international.)

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

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Links

• Massandra at the Wikipedia

References

See Ukraine.

Comments

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