Boguchar

Boguchar sits on the banks of the Boguchar River, which flows into the Don, at an elevation around 80 meters. The administrative center of Bogucharsky District takes shape along this waterway, which shapes the landscape and settlement pattern.

The town was founded in 1704 and received town status in 1779. It grew from a settlement started by Ostrogozhsk Cossacks who arrived between 1716 and 1717 and established the community.

The town carries Ukrainian traits in its streets and among its residents today. This character comes from the Cossacks who settled here centuries ago and left a lasting mark on local identity.

The town sits about 243 kilometers south of Voronezh and serves as the district's administrative hub. Visitors should know the climate is continental, and the warmer months offer the most comfortable time to explore.

The name Boguchar appears on Isaac Massa's 1638 map of Southern Russia, spelled as Bogunar at the time. This early documentation shows the area was mapped long before the town was officially founded.

Location: Городское поселение Богучар

Inception: 1704

Elevation above the sea: 80 m

Website: http://boguchar.ru

GPS coordinates: 49.93333,40.55000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:28