Kolpino

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Kolpino

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Kolpino is a municipal city within St. Petersburg, Russia, situated on the Izhora River. Founded in 1722, it became a significant iron production center for the Russian crown. During WWII, its factory workers formed the Izhora Battalion to defend the city.

Statistics

Area

66.00 km²

Population

138,979

Location