Kasli, Industrial town in Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia
Kasli is an industrial town in Chelyabinsk Oblast in the southern Urals, situated among several lakes and defined by metal production. The town is home to factories working in non-ferrous metallurgy, machine building, metal processing, radio manufacturing, and textiles.
The town began in 1747 when a foundry was built in the area. It gained official city status in 1942.
Cast iron craftsmanship has deep roots here and continues to shape how locals see their town. Works by local foundry artisans were once sent to palaces and grand buildings, showing the skill that made this region known.
The town is located in a lake-filled region with good connections to the regional area. Visitors can explore the industrial facilities and the museum of decorative castings to learn about local craftsmanship traditions.
The factory here earned a major prize in 1860 for its metal casting skill and became known across Europe for the quality of its work. This recognition made the town a center of craftsmanship that continues to draw visitors interested in learning about the history of local metalwork.
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