Kurchatov, Nuclear research city in Kursk Oblast, Russia
The city extends along the banks of the Seym River, featuring modern residential districts and research facilities across an elevation of 160 meters.
Construction of this scientific settlement began in 1968 to support the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, receiving official town status in 1983.
The city preserves the scientific legacy of Igor Kurchatov through research centers and educational institutions focusing on nuclear physics and engineering.
The central district contains administrative buildings, shopping centers, and medical facilities, connected by regular bus services to neighboring communities.
Four nuclear reactors at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant generate electricity for the entire region while supporting scientific research programs.
Location: Kursk Oblast
Inception: 1968
Elevation above the sea: 160 m
Website: http://kurchatov.info
GPS coordinates: 51.66667,35.65000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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