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Rylsk, Administrative center in Kursk Oblast, Russia

Located on the right bank of the Seym River, Rylsk stands at an elevation of 160 meters above sea level, 124 kilometers west of Kursk.

The town emerged in 1152 as a Severian settlement, later becoming a principality before falling under Lithuanian control until 1522.

Three churches from the mid-18th century remain in the town, including the St. Nicholas Monastery complex with its architectural elements.

The town serves as a transportation hub connecting regional centers, with a current population of 15,069 residents according to the 2021 census.

The Uspensky Cathedral from 1811 and Pokrovsky Cathedral from 1822 feature tall belltowers that mark the town's skyline.

Location: Городское поселение город Рыльск

Elevation above the sea: 160 m

Website: http://admrylsk46.ru/

Website: http://admrylsk46.ru

GPS coordinates: 51.56667,34.68333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00

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