Location: Veliky Novgorod
Northwestern District, Russia
Coat of arms: Flag
Anthem: none
Administrative status (as of February 2015)Country: Russia
Federal subject: Novgorod Oblast
Administratively subordinated to: city of oblast significance of Veliky Novgorod
Administrative center of: Novgorod Oblast, city of oblast significance of Veliky Novgorod
Municipal status (as of September 2010)Urban okrug: Veliky Novgorod Urban Okrug
Administrative center of: Veliky Novgorod Urban Okrug, Novgorodsky Municipal District
Mayor (Head): Yury Bobryshev
Representative body: Duma
StatisticsArea: 90 km (35 sq mi)
Population (2010 Census): 218,717 inhabitants
- Rank in 2010: 85th
Population (January 2011 est.): 218,681 inhabitants
Density: 2,430/km (6,300/sq mi)
Time zone: MSK (UTC+03:00)
First mentioned: 859 or 862
Previous names: Novgorod (until June 14, 1999)
Postal code(s): 173000–173005, 173007–173009, 173011–173016, 173018, 173020–173025, 173700, 173899, 173920, 173955, 173990, 173999
Dialing code(s): +7 8162
Website: www.adm.nov.ru
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The 5 Best History Museums in Veliky Novgorod, Northwestern District
April 9, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee
Immerse yourself in Russian history with a trip to Veliky Novgorod. The town is best known for its incredible medieval churches and monuments, including the 11th century St. Sophia Cathedral. These are some of the oldest buildings in Russia, set in a small town that's easy to get around. Easily accessible by train, bus or car, it's a popular getaway from St. Petersburg.
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