Kirov, Kirov Oblast
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Kirov, formerly known as Vyatka and Khlynov, is the administrative center of Kirov Oblast, Russia. Founded in 1374, it sits on the Vyatka River, northeast of Moscow. The city historically functioned as a republic with a public assembly.
Statistics
Area
169.73 km²
Population
468,212