Novovolynsk, Mining town in Volodymyr Raion, Ukraine.
Novovolynsk is a mining town located in Volyn Oblast near the Polish border. The city developed around coal extraction, with mines, factories, and residential areas forming its main districts.
The city was founded in 1950 to develop coal mining in the Lviv-Volyn basin. It gained city status in 1957 and grew into a major industrial center for the region.
The central square contains a monument to Taras Shevchenko, while local festivals throughout the year highlight the mining heritage of the community.
The city is accessible by highway and bus services that connect it to neighboring countries and other parts of Ukraine. Main roads link the area to Poland, Belarus, and further regions across the country.
The city maintains six active coal mines, complemented by ferroconcrete plants, brickworks, and woodworking facilities that shape its industrial landscape.
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