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Rostov Veliky, Medieval town in Yaroslavl Oblast, Russia

The city extends along Lake Nero, featuring fortified walls, religious buildings, and merchant houses that form a traditional Russian architectural ensemble.

First mentioned in chronicles from 862, Rostov developed into a significant trading center between Moscow and the White Sea by the 16th century.

The Rostov Kremlin contains multiple cathedrals, museums, and exhibits displaying collections of religious artifacts, regional art, and traditional metalwork.

Visitors can reach Rostov through regular train connections from Moscow, with the journey taking approximately three hours along the Moscow-Yaroslavl railway.

Local craftsmen maintain the centuries-old tradition of finift, a specialized technique of painting miniatures on enamel that originated in this region.

Location: Urban settlement Rostov

Elevation above the sea: 100 m

Website: http://grad-rostov.ru

GPS coordinates: 57.18333,39.41667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 07:06

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