The city is situated on the shore of the Kalamitsky Bay of the Black Sea. It is surrounded by water on three sides: to the south, the sea bay with its beautiful velvety sandy beaches; to the east, Crimea's largest salt lake, Sasyk-Sivash; and to the west, Moinak Lake, known for its healing powers. At present the main priority direction of the city strategy is development of health-resort and tourist complexes.