Beslan

Beslan is a city in Pravoberezhny District, Russia, positioned along a major rail route linking southern regions. Several factories and agricultural processing facilities shape the urban layout and economy of the area.

Ossetian settlers founded the community in 1847 under the name Beslanykau, honoring a local nobleman. The current designation came into use in 1950, marking the shift toward modern industrial development.

The urban fabric combines Ossetian housing styles with Russian architectural elements from the Soviet era. Daily life unfolds in markets and public squares where different languages and traditions coexist side by side.

The city can be reached via rail connections running north and south, with the train station serving as a central landmark. Visitors exploring on foot will find shops and simple guesthouses along the main streets.

A school building on Kominterna Street carries no official name, serving as a replacement structure after events in 2004. Greek and Norwegian donations contributed to the construction of the facility, which locals refer to informally as the Kanidis School.

Location: Pravoberezhny District

Inception: 1847

Elevation above the sea: 484 m

Website: http://beslan.ru

GPS coordinates: 43.18333,44.53333

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:01