Alma (Crimea) facts for kids
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Alma river near memorial of Battle of Alma
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| Country | Disputed between Russia and Ukraine |
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| Main source | Babuğan Yayla, Crimean Mountains |
| River mouth | Kalamita bay of the Black Sea |
| Length | 83 km (52 mi) |
The Alma River is a small river in Crimea. It starts in the Crimean Mountains. From there, it flows generally towards the west and northwest. Finally, it empties into the Black Sea. The place where it meets the sea is called its mouth. This spot is just south of Pishchane, between the cities of Yevpatoria and Sevastopol. The name Alma comes from the Crimean Tatar language. It means "apple."
Where the Alma River Flows
The Alma River is formed when three smaller rivers join together. These are the Sary-su, the Savlykh-su, and the Babuganka rivers. The Babuganka starts in an area called Babuğan Yayla. Most of the Alma River's journey is through mountains. Along its path, you can find two important man-made lakes. These are the Alminskoye and Partizanskoye storage reservoirs. They help store water for people to use.
A Famous Battle in History
The Alma River is well-known because of a big battle that happened there. This was during the Crimean War, which took place from 1853 to 1856. On September 20, 1854, a major fight called the Battle of the Alma happened near the lower part of the river.
In this battle, armies from Britain, France, and the Ottoman Empire worked together. They fought against the Imperial Russian Army. The Russian forces were led by Prince Alexander Sergeyevich Menshikov. The allied armies won this important battle. It was one of the first major battles of the Crimean War.
