Polevskoy, Industrial city in Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia
Polevskoy is an industrial city in Sverdlovsk Oblast surrounded by forests and marked by copper mining and metalworking operations throughout its districts. Located roughly 50 kilometers southwest of Yekaterinburg, the city sits at moderate elevation with industrial facilities integrated into its landscape.
The settlement was founded in 1718 around copper mining operations that drove the local economy. A copper smelting plant built between 1724 and 1727 established the industrial foundation that would define the city's future development.
Metalworking traditions shape how people here understand their connection to the land and each other, visible in local crafts and the stories passed down through families. The copper industry has woven itself into the identity of the community in ways that influence celebrations, pride, and everyday conversations.
Regular bus and train services connect the city to Yekaterinburg, making arrival straightforward for visitors. Most industrial zones are situated in the northern districts where local infrastructure and services are most developed.
Dumnaya Mountain holds a memorial dedicated to fighters from the Russian Civil War, a historical marker many visitors overlook while exploring the city's industrial side. The monument reveals a different chapter of local history beyond mining and manufacturing.
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