Vorkuta
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Vorkuta is a coal-mining town in the Komi Republic, Russia, north of the Arctic Circle. Founded in 1931 after coal discoveries, it initially grew due to the Ukhta-Pechora Camp of the GULAG. The town's name originates from the Nenets word for 'numerous bears'.
Statistics
Area
29.80 km²
Population
56,985