Vsevolozhsky District, Municipal district in Leningrad Oblast, Russia
Description
Vsevolozhsky District is a municipal territory in Leningrad Oblast that spans the Karelian Isthmus between Lake Ladoga and Saint Petersburg. The landscape consists of numerous lakes, forests, and rivers that shape the character of the region.
History
The territory became an official district in 1936 and had previously shifted between Swedish and Russian control for centuries. Treaties in 1617 and 1721 eventually established Russian authority over the area.
Culture
The Vsevolozhsk State Museum of History exhibits regional artifacts and documents the events of the Siege of Leningrad during World War II.
Practical
The region is connected by regional and federal roads that link Saint Petersburg to larger destinations like Vyborg and Petrozavodsk. Travelers can navigate through the district using these main routes to reach different settlements.
Did you know?
During the Siege of Leningrad, the district served as a critical transport corridor across the frozen Lake Ladoga. This ice route was essential for delivering vital supplies to the besieged city.
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