Zeya, Administrative center in Amur Oblast, Russia
Zeya is a town in Amur Oblast situated along the Zeya River in far eastern Russia. The settlement spreads across the valley with residential neighborhoods, local shops, and administrative buildings that form its everyday landscape.
The settlement originated in 1879 during a regional gold rush as Zeyski Sklad. It received official city status in 1906 and was renamed Zeya-Pristan.
The city maintains strong connections to its gold mining heritage through local museums and annual celebrations that highlight the region's industrial accomplishments.
The town sits in a river valley and is best explored on foot or by local transportation. Visitors should plan time to wander the town center and see how people move around the riverside area.
A major hydroelectric power plant on the Zeya supplies electricity to the town and surrounding region. The dam and power station shape the landscape and remain central to local employment and daily routines.
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