Stavropol, Administrative center in North Caucasus, Russia.
Stavropol sits at an elevation of 620 meters, connecting North Caucasus regions through a network of transportation systems and trade routes.
The city originated in 1777 as a military fortress during Catherine the Great's reign, later developing into a significant trading center for the region.
The name Stauropolis comes from Greek words meaning City of the Cross, referring to a stone cross discovered during the initial fortress construction.
North-Caucasus Federal University and multiple theaters operate in the city, which maintains strong connections through air transport and extensive rail networks.
The city changed its name to Voroshilovsk between 1935 and 1943, representing a period of significant political transformation in the region.
Location: City of Stavropol
Inception: 1777
Elevation above the sea: 620 m
Website: https://ставрополь.рф
GPS coordinates: 45.05000,41.98333
Latest update: June 4, 2025 05:15
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