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Veliky Novgorod (Russian: Великий Новгород, lit. 'Great Newtown', IPA: [vʲɪˈlʲikʲɪj ˈnovɡərət]), also known simply as Novgorod (Новгород), is the largest city and administrative centre of Novgorod Oblast, Russia. It is one of the oldest cities in Russia, being first mentioned in the 9th century.
In the 14th and 15th centuries, during its heyday as a commercial and political power, the city of Novgorod was officially known as Gospodin Velikiy Novgorod – literally “The Great Master...
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Veliky Novgorod, city and administrative centre of Novgorod oblast (region), northwestern Russia, on the Volkhov River just below its outflow from Lake Ilmen. Veliky Novgorod (commonly shortened to Novgorod) is one of the oldest Russian cities, first mentioned in chronicles of 859.
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Aug 18, 2019 · Those with an interest in history will want to add one of Russia’s oldest cities to their itinerary. In this travel guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about visiting Veliky Novgorod including how to get there, fun things to do and where to stay.
Velikiy Novgorod is a small city not far from Saint Petersburg and Moscow. Being the oldest city in Russia, it is often called a museum of the ancient Rus and was given the status of the World Heritage Site of UNESCO.
Dec 2, 2009 · Built in 1045, beautiful St Sophia is the oldest surviving stone church in Russia. It resides inside the fortified Kremlin, or “Detinets” as it was known locally. The name Novgorod (“New...
Veliky Novgorod. About the Creative City: Veliky Novgorod Creative City has made significant contributions to the development of its local music culture over the years. This city’s cultural heritage echoes from the past, when ancient Novgorod was known for its epics and performances.
