Kansk, Industrial city in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia.
Kansk sits along the banks of the Kan River at an elevation of 200 meters, forming a central hub in eastern Siberia's transportation network.
Founded in 1636 as a winter quarters and trading post, Kansk developed into a significant settlement during Russia's eastward expansion into Siberia.
The city maintains several theaters, museums, and educational institutions that preserve and present the traditions of Siberian communities.
Regular train connections on the Trans-Siberian Railway line link Kansk to major cities including Krasnoyarsk, Novosibirsk, and Moscow.
The Order of the Badge of Honour recognition in 1974 marked Kansk's substantial contribution to regional industrial development and trade.
Location: Kansk Urban Okrug
Inception: 1636
Elevation above the sea: 200 m
Website: https://www.kansk.ru/
Website: https://kansk.ru
GPS coordinates: 56.20000,95.70000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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