Vologda, Russia
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Vologda is the gateway to the North. Its rivers, canals and lakes connect it with the White Sea to the north and the Volga River to the South. It is a strategic railroad city connecting the White Sea to the Black Sea and Siberia to St. Petersburg.
Legend has it that Ivan the Terrible wanted to make Vologda the capital of all of Russia during the building of St. Sophia's Cathedral but changed his mind when a brick narrowly missed hitting his head during an inspection.
Peter the Great visited Vologda to inspect its waterways and ship building possibilities.
During the reign of the Romanov Czars and Empresses, Vologda served as city of exile for several prominent citizens of Russia, housing such famous Russians as Vladimir Lenin's sister and Joseph Stalin.
In 1918 the United States Embassy was moved to Vologda from Moscow for several months during the Russian Revolution.
During the Nazi siege of St. Petersburg in WW2, Vologda was a city of refuge for those who could escape or sent their children to relatives.
| Founded: | 1147 AD |
Vologda Oblast Coat of Arms
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| Location: | North of Moscow by 300 miles and slightly east. East of St. Petersburg by 350 miles. | |
| River: | Vologda River | |
| Population: | 300,000 | |
| Industries: | Ball Bearing, Forestry, Dairy, Lace, Railroad. | |
| Universities: | Pedagogical University, Polytechnic University, Dairy Institute. | |
| Administrative: | Capital of the Vologda Oblast and home to regional government offices. | |
| Religion: | Christian. Orthodox Christianity is prominent. Other forms of religion include Protestant Christianity, Islam, Atheism. | |
| Famous for: | Butter, Handmade lace, Intricate woodworking on homes and buildings. | |
| Architectural Landmarks: | Kremlin (1565), St. Sophia's Cathedral (1568), Bell Tower (1737) | |
| Major Holidays: | New Year's Day, Christmas (Jan. 7), Men's Day (Feb. 23), Women's Day (March 8), Victory Day World War 2 (May 9) | |
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For More Information:Vologda page on Wikipedia.org |
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