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The city lies on two banks of the Volga, in the upper part of the Volga Delta, on eleven islands of the Caspian Depression, 60 miles (100 km) from the Caspian Sea. At an elevation of 28 meters (92 ft) below sea level, it is the lowest city in Russia.
Jun 9, 2024 · Astrakhan, city and administrative centre of Astrakhan oblast (province), southwestern Russia. Astrakhan city is situated in the delta of the Volga River, 60 miles (100 km) from the Caspian Sea.
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Learn about the history, sources, and types of astrakhan, a luxurious fur from the fetal or newborn karakul lamb. See how astrakhan was used in fashion and culture from the 19th to the 20th century.
Astrakan is a 2022 French coming-of-age drama film directed by David Depesseville, starring Mirko Giannini, Jehnny Beth and Bastien Bouillon.
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- Tick Another Kremlin Off Your Bucket List. If you've ever visited Russia outside of its two major tourist cities, you know that most have their own Kremlin citadels, although none are as famous or well-known as Moscow's.
- Pay Your Respects to Peter. Astrakhan is home to many statues, but the most famous and centrally located one is built in honor of Peter I, and is located close to the Astrakhan Kremlin.
- Marvel at the Heavens. As far as planetariums in Russia go, Astrakhan's is neither a head turner nor a particularly interactive one — you can watch videos of discoveries made here, but you can't actually use the equipment.
- Bask in Military Glory. Hearing "Russia" and "military" in the same sentence has never comforted most people who live west of Leningrad, but the artifacts on display in the Museum of Military Glory are (mostly) non-working.
Mar 4, 2020 · Astrakhan is a city in Russia, the administrative center of Astrakhan Oblast. This is the oldest economic and cultural center of the Lower Volga and the Caspian region included in the list of historical cities of Russia. It is located about 1,400 km southeast of Moscow in the upper part of the Volga River Delta, on 11 islands of the Caspian ...
Astrakhan is a city in southern Russia famed for its sturgeon, black caviar, fresh melons and extensive hunting grounds. The former capital of the Mongol Golden Horde and the Tatar Khanate, Astrakhan now attracts tourists with its Kremlin as well as museums, theaters and family-friendly activities.
