Rivne, Regional capital in northwestern Ukraine.
Rivne is a regional capital in the northwestern part of Ukraine, spread along the Ustya River. The city sits at an elevation of around 136 meters (about 446 feet) and combines residential neighborhoods with industrial zones across roughly 58 square kilometers (around 22 square miles).
The settlement was founded in the late 13th century as part of Halych-Volhynia and received Magdeburg rights in the late 15th century from a Polish king. These rights supported the town's growth and development as a commercial center.
The regional museum holds archaeological finds and traditional crafts from Volhynia that show how earlier generations lived and worked in the area. Collections include documents and everyday objects that guide visitors through several centuries of local life.
The central railway station connects the city to other major Ukrainian cities, while the local airport offers domestic flights. The city center is walkable, and public transport allows travelers to reach different neighborhoods.
A large nuclear power plant stands roughly 70 kilometers (about 43 miles) from the city and supplies electricity to the national grid. The facility is one of the country's key power stations.
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