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Saratov ( UK: səˈrɑːtɒfsə-RAH-tof, [15] US: təf-təf; [16] [17] Russian: Саратов, pronounced [sɐˈratəf] ⓘ) is the largest city and administrative center of Saratov Oblast, Russia, and a major port on the Volga River. As of the 2021 Census, Saratov had a population of 901,361, making it the 17th-largest city in Russia by population.
Saratov and Engels (just across the Volga) are intricately linked and form an agglomeration region with over 1 million inhabitants today. Due to Saratov's pretty provincial character it might surprise you that at the beginning of the 20th century, it was the third largest city in Russia after Moscow and St. Petersburg.
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Jul 25, 2021 · 1. Soothe My Sorrows. 97. Points of Interest & Landmarks. By Alexander_Kudrin. The chapel-church at the Bishop's House of the Saratov Lords was built in 1906. There was only one throne - in honor of... 2. Saratov State Museum of Military Glory. 266. Military Museums. By DanieleMIR.
- The top attractions to visit in Saratov are: Park Pobedy Saratov State Art Museum of A.N. Radishhev Limonariy Saratov State Museum of Military Glor...
- The best outdoor activities in Saratov according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Park Lipki Park Pobedy Lukomorye City Park Lukomorie Park Cosmonauts...
- The most popular things to do in Saratov with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Saratov State Museum of Military Glory Memorial Complex...
Saratov is an ancient merchant city on the Volga River that grew fivefold overnight in 2022 by annexing nearby villages. Learn about its history, culture, attractions and challenges in this travel article.
- Anna Sorokina
Saratov, city and administrative centre of Saratov oblast (region), western Russia. The city lies along the middle course of the Volga River and was founded in 1590 as a fortress to protect the trade route along the Volga River from nomadic raiders. Its site was twice moved: in 1616 and again to.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Nov 12, 2014 · Saratov is a city with a rich history, diverse architecture and a vibrant arts scene. Learn about its founding, its connection to the Volga Germans and Yuri Gagarin, and its attractions such as the Radishchev Museum and the Nikitin Circus.
Saratov is a city on the Volga River, with a rich history of trade, industry and rebellion. It offers natural diversity, cultural attractions and historical monuments for tourists.
