Nenets Autonomous Okrug
Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Administrative division in Northwestern Russia
Located north of the Arctic Circle, the Nenets Autonomous Okrug spans 176,810 square kilometers across tundra and forest tundra landscapes in Northwestern Russia.
The region transformed from scattered settlements to an autonomous district in 1929, marking a shift in governance for indigenous populations in northern Russia.
The Nenets people maintain reindeer herding traditions across the territory, moving their herds between seasonal pastures throughout the year.
The district contains substantial oil and gas reserves in the Timan-Pechora Basin, producing significant quantities of petroleum for export markets.
The territory includes the islands of Kolguyev and Vaygach, where polar bears with distinct genetic characteristics inhabit the Arctic environment.
Location: Arkhangelsk Oblast
Inception: 1929
Capital city: Naryan-Mar
Website: https://adm-nao.ru
Part of: Northwestern Federal District
Shares border with: Arkhangelsk Oblast, Komi Republic, Tyumen Oblast, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug
Website: https://adm-nao.ru
GPS coordinates: 68.83333,54.83333
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:12
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