Smolensk[a] is a city and the administrative center of Smolensk Oblast, Russia, located on the Dnieper River, 360 kilometers (220 mi) west-southwest of Moscow. It has a population of …

Smolensk, city and administrative center of Smolensk oblast (region), western Russia. The city stands on both banks of the Dnieper River, 260 miles (418 km) west of Moscow.

Much information about the sieges, wars and history of Smolensk and the wall (by the way, its creator is the famous architect Fyodor Kon, who also built the wall of the White City in Moscow).

Smolensk is one of the oldest cities in Russia. The city has been taken over by different countries more times than any other city in Russia, so has its own cultural background.

In 1708 Smolensk became the centre of the Smolensk Governorate marking its important status among Russian cities. In 1780 a new coat of arms was adopted for the city depicting a bird of …

Main Smolensk region History & Culture Nature & climate Famous people Getting here Events Tourist information center Travel agencies Destinations Smolensk 1150 Smolensk nowaday …

Smolensk is a port on the Dnieper River, an important rail junction, commercial, cultural and educational center. The name of the city most probably originates from the resin («smola» in …

Smolensk is worth visiting, especially the Assumption Cathedral, 12th century churches and city’s center with many extant prewar buildings. One of the main events here is an annual …

Smolensk is a city and the administrative center of Smolensk Oblast, Russia, located on the Dnieper River, 360 kilometers (220 mi) west-southwest of Moscow. It ...

The climate of Smolensk Oblast is humid continental, similar to the climate of Moscow Oblast, but slightly warmer in winter due to being located further west. Summers are short, warm and …