Azov
Azov (Russian: Азов), previously known as Azak (Turki/Kypchak: ازاق), is a town in Rostov Oblast, Russia, situated on the Don River just 16 kilometers (9.9 mi) from the Sea of Azov, which derives its name from the town. Population: 81,924 (2021 Census); 82,937 (2010 Census); 82,090 (2002 Census); 80,297 (1989 Census).
Azov
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Flag Coat of arms | |
Location of Azov | |
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| Coordinates: 47°06′30″N 39°25′05″E | |
| Country | Russia |
| Federal subject | Rostov Oblast |
| Founded | 13th century |
| Town status since | 1708 |
| Government | |
| • Leader | Sergey Bezdolny |
| Elevation | 40 m (130 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 82,937 |
| • Estimate (2018) | 80,721 (−2.7%) |
| • Rank | 198th in 2010 |
| • Subordinated to | Azov Urban Okrug |
| • Capital of | Azovsky District, Azov Urban Okrug |
| • Urban okrug | Azov Urban Okrug |
| • Capital of | Azov Urban Okrug, Azovsky Municipal District |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (MSK ) |
| Postal code(s) | 346780 |
| Dialing code(s) | +7 86342 |
| OKTMO ID | 60704000001 |
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