Dolgoprudny

Dolgoprudny is a city in the Moscow Oblast of Russia, roughly 20 kilometers north of the capital. The built environment alternates between mid-rise Soviet apartment blocks and newer housing complexes with brighter facades and larger windows.

The settlement received city status in 1931 when factories and research facilities began appearing in the area. Throughout Soviet decades, the place developed into a center for aviation research and technical education.

The city's name translates to "long pond" and recalls the waterways that once shaped the surrounding marshlands. Locals often gather along the Moskva River canal banks for weekend walks and recreational activities near the water.

Commuter trains connect the city to Moscow stations at regular intervals, and buses run through different neighborhoods. Most public facilities and shops sit within walking distance of residential areas.

A section of the Moscow Canal cuts through the city and still serves as a waterway for smaller boats and pleasure craft in summer. The canal promenade attracts anglers who cast their lines and watch for passing barges.

Location: Dolgoprudny Urban Okrug

Inception: 1931

Elevation above the sea: 180 m

Website: http://dolgoprudny.com

GPS coordinates: 55.93333,37.50000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 22:58