Irbit, Industrial town in Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia
Irbit is an industrial town situated along the Nitsa River, stretching across its right bank at a modest elevation. The town connects to larger regional centers through railway infrastructure and has grown around manufacturing facilities.
The settlement was established in 1631 and gained town status in 1775 under Catherine the Great. This recognition came after local events during a period of regional upheaval.
The art museum here displays European prints and works by regional artists across several exhibition spaces, serving as a cultural center for the town.
The town has regular railway connections to larger cities, making travel straightforward for visitors. A local transport network links residential areas with industrial zones, helping you move around easily.
A local motorcycle factory produces thousands of sidecar motorcycles each year for export to markets worldwide. This manufacturing focus is an unexpected part of the town's economy that catches many visitors off guard.
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