Enerhodar, Power generation city in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Ukraine
Enerhodar is a settlement on the south bank of the Dnieper River, built to house workers at nearby power facilities. The town includes residential blocks, schools, medical centers and transport links laid out around central streets.
The settlement began in 1970 as housing for workers at a new thermal power plant and received its official name two years later. Over the following decades, the facility grew into one of the largest power generation sites in Europe.
The Palace of Culture Sovremennik stands as a central venue where residents participate in theater performances, musical events, and community gatherings throughout the year.
The town lies about a two-hour drive south of Zaporizhzhia and is accessible by regional roads. Travelers should check current access conditions before visiting, as the situation can change at short notice.
The town name translates directly as gift of energy and reflects the central role of power generation in its founding. The entire urban layout was built from scratch in a few years to accommodate thousands of workers and their families.
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