Kirovo-Chepetsk

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Kirovo-Chepetsk

Name

Kirovo-Chepetsk

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Kirovo-Chepetsk is located in Kirov Oblast, Russia, at the confluence of the Cheptsa and Vyatka Rivers. Founded as Ust-Cheptsa in the 15th century, it gained town status in 1955. The city is also known for its ice hockey team, Olimpiya Kirovo-Chepetsk, which produced notable players.

Statistics

Area

52.00 km²

Population

80,921

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