Interesting facts about Russian cities Is a great opportunity to learn more about the structure of the largest state in the world. Many of them have ancient history and culture, which today can be traced in the architecture of certain structures. However, today in the Russian Federation there are many megalopolises, which are primarily known for their economic and technical development.
We bring to your attention the most interesting facts about the cities of Russia.
- The largest city in Russia, in terms of population, is its capital - Moscow. Today, over 12.6 million people live here, not counting illegal immigrants.
- Did you know that Chekalin (Tula region) is considered the smallest Russian city? It covers an area of 5.4 km², with a population of 914 people.
- The southernmost city in Russia is Derbent (Dagestan).
- The leading city of the Russian Federation in terms of population growth rates is Moscow.
- An interesting fact is that Severo-Kurilsk has the greatest amount of rain than any other city in the country.
- Norilsk is the most polluted Russian city. In addition, it is on the list of the most polluted cities on the planet.
- The longest or elongated city in Russia is Sochi.
- But the cleanest city of the Russian Federation is considered to be Sarapul, which is in Udmurtia.
- The northernmost city in Russia is Pevek (Chukotka).
- Yakutsk (see interesting facts about Yakutsk) is the most cloudy city in Russia. There are only about 140 sunny days a year.
- The village of Oymyakon (Yakutia) is the most severe place not only in Russia, but throughout the entire earth, where a permanent population lives. The average temperature in winter here reaches -50 ⁰С, but there were times when the thermometer rose to -70 ⁰С!
- The warmest Russian city is Sochi, which is also considered the largest resort town in the state.
