Kungur
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Kungur is located in the Ural Mountains, Perm Krai, Russia, at the confluence of the Iren, Shakva, and Sylva rivers. Founded in 1648, it initially served as a fortress and developed industries like leather production. The city withstood a siege during Pugachev's Rebellion in 1774 and became a significant trade and industrial center.
Statistics
Area
68.70 km²
Population
66,074