Novhorod-Siverskyi

Novhorod-Siverskyi is a city in Chernihiv Oblast located on the Desna River banks in northern Ukraine. It has a commercial center with trade and industrial areas, residential districts, and a partially preserved historic core with some older structures remaining.

The city was founded in the late 10th century and served as capital of the Siversk principality within Kievan Rus during the 11th century. It shaped regional political developments and influenced the course of early East Slavic history during this period.

The name reflects the historical Siversk region and its founders, visible in street names and monuments throughout the town. This connection to the past shapes how the center looks and reminds residents and visitors of the area's medieval origins.

The city sits at a river crossing with good transport links and is surrounded by flat to gently rolling land. Visitors can explore the town center on foot and find basic services and local facilities throughout.

The legendary Tale of Igor's Campaign describes wars waged by local princes against the Cumans and ranks among the oldest East Slavic literary works. This epic enabled historians to understand the city's crucial role in medieval conflicts of the region.

Location: Chernihiv Oblast

Inception: 989

Elevation above the sea: 140 m

GPS coordinates: 51.99722,33.26667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:28