Mangazeya

The ruins of Mangazeya stand on the banks of the Taz River, revealing foundations of wooden buildings and remnants of fortification structures from the 17th century.

Founded in 1601, this settlement grew into a major Arctic trading center before its decline following the government ban on northern sea routes in 1620.

The site contains artifacts reflecting the interactions between Russian merchants and local Nenets communities through fur trade and resource exchanges in Arctic Siberia.

Access to Mangazeya requires specialized transportation arrangements due to its remote location at coordinates 66.689441°N 82.253343°E in the Arctic tundra region.

Archaeological excavations at Mangazeya have uncovered perfectly preserved wooden structures and everyday objects thanks to the permafrost conditions of northern Siberia.

Location: Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug

Inception: 1601

GPS coordinates: 66.68944,82.25334

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:31