Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi

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Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi

Name

Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi is a town in Cherkasy Oblast, central Ukraine, situated on the Ros River. Originally known as Korsun, it was renamed in 1944 to honor Taras Shevchenko. The city has a rich history, serving as a fortress since 1032 under Yaroslav the Wise.

Statistics

Area

118.65 km²

Population

17,216

Location