Detailed map of the Leningrad region. Map of the Leningrad region with cities in detail Detailed map of roads in the Leningrad region
The extensive St. Petersburg province was created during the administrative reform of Peter the Great in 1710 as a result of the renaming of the previously existing Ingermanland province. At the beginning of its existence it was divided into districts. In 1719 it was divided into provinces, as a result of which the province consisted of 11 provinces. In 1727, the division of provinces into districts was introduced in the Russian Empire. Subsequently, the territory of the St. Petersburg province was repeatedly redrawn, including due to the establishment of new provinces (for example, in 1744, lands were allocated from it and transferred to the Vyborg province). The final borders of the province and the composition of its districts were established only during the reign of Alexander the First (early 19th century).
Maps available for free and online:
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In the St. Petersburg province in whole or in part
There are the following maps and sources:
(except for those indicated on the main page of the general
all-Russian atlases, where this province may also be)
1st and 2nd layout of land surveying (1778-1797)
Land survey map - non-topographic (without indicating latitudes and longitudes), hand-drawn map of the late 18th century (after the redistribution of borders in 1775-78) on a scale of 1 inch = 2 versts 1cm=840m or 1 inch = 1 verst 1 cm = 420 m. As a rule, the county was drawn on the parts that are shown on the assembly sheet. Some of the maps date back to the period of Catherine II 1775-96, Paul I, having come to power, changed the boundaries of counties within the provinces (which, in turn, Alexander I returned to its original place, but with some changes).
The maps are color, very detailed, broken down by county. The purpose of the map is to show the boundaries of land plots with location reference.
Lists of settlements in 1864 (according to information from 1862)
This is a reference book that contains the following data on settlements: - is it a village, town or village, proprietary or state-owned (state)
- approximately where it is located
- number of households, men and women separately
- notes containing the presence of churches, chapels, mills, fairs
The book contains 259 pages plus general information.
The Leningrad region is divided into a number of districts, each of which has its own unique history. Many volumes could be written about each region, they are so interesting and unforgettable. You can start right from those hoary times when in these places 8-9 thousand years ago a giant glacier retreated, or rather not just retreated, but simply melted, leaving thousands of so-called glacial lakes. One of the largest is Ladoga, which is almost the size of the sea.
Leningrad region on the map
So, in those ancient times, the ancestors of the Finno-Ugric tribes came to the Leningrad region. They liked these places extremely - the lakes were teeming with fish, and Finns love fish. By the 8th century AD, Slavs began to appear in these places, advancing from the south.
Assimilation with the local Finnish tribes was peaceful - there was enough space for everyone, and the population was not aggressive. But gradually towns were built, the Slavs grew stronger, and in the end, the Novgorod Republic freely spread out on this territory. Which became a deterrent preventing the spread of crusader orders from the west.
Nowadays, the Leningrad region freely spreads over an area of 84 thousand square kilometers. Its areas are observed both near the Baltic Sea and on the borders with Finland and Karelia. In the east, the districts adjoin the Vologda region, and in the south they border on the Pskov region.
The territory occupied by the region has an area of 83.9 km². The number of officially registered residents in the region is 1.8 million people. You need to look for the Leningrad region on the map of Russia in the area of 60°0’0 north latitude and 32°0’0 east longitude.
Geographical location of the Leningrad region
Most of the region's territory lies on the plain known as the Russian Plain. The main part of the lakes and rocks are located in the area on the Karelian Isthmus, which is part of the Baltic crystalline shield. The largest rivers in the region: Neva, Svir, Volkhov. The main lakes of the region are Ladoga and Onega. The shores of the region are washed by the Gulf of Finland.
The online map of the Leningrad region shows the borders of the region with EU countries and neighboring regions. The region has an international border with Estonia and Finland. The region has internal borders with the regions: Vologda, Novgorod, Pskov and the Republic of Karelia.
Climate
The Leningrad region is located in the continental Atlantic climate. It is characterized by mild winters with frequent thaws and cool winters. The average annual precipitation is 600-700 mm.
Population
Urban residents account for more than 64% of the total population of the region. The basis of the national composition are Russians. Their number exceeds 92.7%. They are followed by Ukrainians - 1.98% and Belarusians - 1.05%.
Economy
Among the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, the volume of the region’s economy is in 21st place. The most developed industries in the region are: mining, manufacturing and energy. Sea freight transportation plays a significant role in the regional economy.
Transport links, roads and routes
The Leningrad region has a well-developed network of roads and railways. The following highways of federal and republican significance pass through the region:
- M10 "Russia";
- P21 "Cola";
- R23 "Pskov".
Three border automobile checkpoints: “Trofyanovka”, “Scandinavia” and “Brusnichnoe”. There is a Narva checkpoint on the Estonian border. 4 cargo seaports were built on the Baltic coast of the region:
- Ust-Luga;
- Vyborg;
- Vysotsk;
- Primorsk
In addition to maritime shipping in the region, there is also river transport of goods and people along rivers and lakes. There is an international airport in Pulkovo.
Leningrad region with cities and villages
The map of the Leningrad region with its districts shows 63 urban and 136 rural settlements. The region is divided into 17 districts. Among the largest cities in the Leningrad region:
- Gatchina - 95.2 thousand people;
- Vyborg - 78.5 thousand people;
- Vsevolozhsk - 70.3 thousand people.
The population density in the region is 21.36 people/km².
The Leningrad region is part of the Northwestern Federal District, the administrative center of which is the city of St. Petersburg.
There are 62 cities and 141 rural settlements in the Leningrad region. The largest cities in the region are Tikhvin, Vyborg, Priozersk, Kirishi, Kingisepp, Vsevolozhsk, Volkhov and Gatchina. The map of the Leningrad region clearly shows that active housing construction is underway in areas of the region located near St. Petersburg.
The Leningrad region borders Estonia and Finland, so residents of St. Petersburg and the region often visit these countries for recreation and shopping. Ivangorod is located on the border with the Estonian city of Narva: if you wish, you can cross the border on foot.
Historical reference
In 750 the city of Ladoga (Old Ladoga) was founded. In the 12th century, the center shifted to Novgorod and the Novgorod Republic. In subsequent centuries, Novgorodians fought constant battles with the Swedes and the knights of the Livonian Order. In 1240, the famous Battle of the Neva took place on the Neva River. To protect the Novgorod land, fortresses and forts were created: Koporye, Oreshek and others. In 1478, the Novgorodians were conquered by Ivan the Third. In 1708, the Ingria province was formed, and the capital of the Russian Empire was moved to St. Petersburg.
In 1927, the Leningrad region was created. During World War II, most of the Leningrad region was occupied by German troops. The “Road of Life” played an important role, along which people were evacuated from besieged Leningrad.
Must Visit
In the Leningrad region, it is recommended to visit the Shlisselburg fortress, palace complexes in Gatchina and Ropsha, mounds and an ancient fortress in Staraya Ladoga, the Ivangorod fortress, the Vyborg castle and Monrepos park, the Mother of God Assumption Monastery in Tikhvin and the Koltush Heights.
Note to tourists
Gulrypsh - a holiday destination for celebrities
There is an urban-type settlement Gulrypsh on the Black Sea coast of Abkhazia, the appearance of which is closely connected with the name of the Russian philanthropist Nikolai Nikolaevich Smetsky. In 1989, due to his wife’s illness, they needed a change of climate. The matter was decided by chance.| The subject of the Russian Federation: | Leningrad region | Main official city (administrative): | Saint Petersburg | Federal District: | Northwestern | Part of the national economy (economic region): | Northwestern | OKATO region code: | 41000000000 | Date of formation of the region: | August 1, 1927 | Population (thousands of people): | 1,762,488 (as of 2014) | Territory (thousands of square kilometers): | 85,909 | Car registration plate (code): | 47 |
Check out the online map of the Leningrad Region. For convenience, you can view the map from a satellite, or in the form of a diagram (schematic). When viewing a map from a satellite, you can examine the terrain in detail and find the desired object on the map of the Leningrad Region.
When switching to the diagram view, with the display of the names of objects, street names and house numbers are clearly visible.
Given the high resolution of the map, it is possible to examine the smallest objects in sufficient detail.
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