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Koktebel

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A first look at Koktebel

Koktebel (Ukrainian: Коктебель) is in the Crimea. Also known as Planerskoye, is one of the most popular resort townlets in the Crimea, situated on the shore of the Black Sea about halfway between Feodosiya and Sudak. It is best known for its literary associations. The Russian poet Maximilian Voloshin made it his residence, where he entertained many distinguished guests,…

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