Vorkuta, Coal mining settlement north of the Arctic Circle in Komi Republic, Russia.
The city stretches along the Vorkuta River, surrounded by vast tundra landscapes and characterized by Soviet-era residential buildings at 67 degrees north latitude.
Established in 1932 as a forced labor camp, Vorkuta transformed into a major industrial center through the development of coal mines in the Pechora basin.
The Festival of the North celebrates regional traditions in late November, featuring reindeer races and exhibitions of indigenous northern peoples' customs.
Vorkuta Airport maintains connections with other Russian regions throughout the year, serving as an essential transportation link during severe weather conditions.
The settlement contains numerous abandoned structures forming the Vorkuta Ring, with many residential buildings standing empty due to population decline since 1989.
Location: Vorkuta
Inception: 1932
Elevation above the sea: 180 m
Website: http://www.воркута.рф
Part of: Воркутинское кольцо
Website: http://воркута.рф
GPS coordinates: 67.50000,64.03333
Latest update: May 29, 2025 03:41
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