Bar, Ukraine
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Bar is a city situated on the Riv River within the historic Podolia region of central Ukraine. It originated as a trade outpost known as Rov before being renamed in the 16th century by Queen Bona Sforza. The city has a long history of fortification and was a strategic point between Poland and Turkey.
Statistics
Area
5.95 km²
Population
15,337