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Pskov. / 57.817°N 28.333°E / 57.817; 28.333. Pskov (Russian: Псков, IPA: [pskof] ⓘ; see also names in other languages) is a city in northwestern Russia and the administrative center of Pskov Oblast, located about 20 kilometers (12 mi) east of the Estonian border, on the Velikaya River.
- July 23
- Russia
- 45 m (148 ft)
- Pskov Oblast
Pskov is one of the oldest Russian towns, being first mentioned in a chronicle of the year 903 as Pleskov. The town became important in the Middle Ages as a centre for trade between the interior of Russia and the Hanseatic seaports of the Baltic. A kremlin (citadel) called the Krom was established on a promontory in the town beside the Velikaya.
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Discover the ancient and rich history of Pskov, a city older than Moscow, with its impressive kremlin, churches and monuments. Explore the nearby Pushkin Hills, where the great poet wrote his best works, and enjoy the scenic countryside and culture.
Pskov. Pskov is the largest city and administrative capital of Pskov Oblast. One of the oldest cities in the country, it has preserved many unique architectural monuments of the 12th-16th centuries. A unique ancient Russian city, it is striking in the number of old churches, walls, towers and other defensive fortifications, but the inimitable ...
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Section of the kremlin wall, Pskov city, Russia. Pskov, oblast (province), northwestern Russia. It occupies an area of 21,400 square miles (55,300 square km) in the lowland basins of the Lovat, Shelon, and Velikaya rivers, with intervening low, morainic uplands. Much of the surface is covered by peat bog, grass marsh, and lakes—notably Lake ...
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jan 27, 2012 · Learn about the history and culture of Pskov, one of Russia's most ancient and picturesque cities, with its medieval fortress and churches. Discover how Pskov influenced Russian architecture and art, and how it survived wars and sieges.
Pskov is a city located in north-west Russia, the capital of the Pskov region. It is one of the oldest cities in Russia, which was first mentioned in the Laurentian Chronicle in 903. In 1348-1510, this town was the capital of the independent Pskov Republic. In 1510, it was annexed to the Grand Duchy of Moscow. Prior to the beginning of the 18th ...
