The Komi Republic is located in the Far North. The inaccessibility and harsh climate are the reasons that the cities of the republic are small in size and few in number. Most of the cities owe their development to oil production, which is the basis of the economy of the Komi Republic. The tourism industry of the cities is associated with the national flavor and natural beauty of the region.
The culture of the Komi peoples, their traditions and local rituals attract fans of ethnic tourism. There are many nature reserves and national parks near the cities, some of which are under the protection of UNESCO. Natural monuments in these forests are unique and worth traveling through the cities and villages of the republic.
The largest cities of the Komi Republic
List of the largest cities in terms of population in the region.
Syktyvkar
The capital of the Komi Republic. In addition to the official districts of the city, there are “townships” in it, one of which is called Paris. This is the territory of the former camp for French prisoners of war from Napoleon's army. The city is interesting for its preserved national culture. Elements of the national decor of the Komi people are found on the buildings. And throat singing can be heard at concerts in the Republican Philharmonic.
Population - 245 thousand people.
Ukhta
The first Russian city where oil was found was in the 16th century. But it began to be mined only in the 19th century. Then the development of the city took place. You can learn about oil production in the region at the Ukhta Oil and Gas Museum. And in the suburban area there are many places with delightful unspoiled nature. A unique ecosystem of rare species of trees and endangered animals is presented in the Belaya Kedva reserve.
Population - 97 thousand people.
Vorkuta
It is located in the permafrost zone, and the coast of the Arctic Ocean is only 180 km away. Here you can watch the Northern Lights. Fans of ethnic tourism come to Vorkuta to get acquainted with the life and traditions of reindeer herders. For extreme tourists there is boat rafting on the Kara River. The beauty of the tundra can be seen from the observation deck of Mount Pemboy. The unique mountain nature has been preserved in the Khrebtovy reserve.
Population - 56 thousand people.
Pechora
One day is enough to get around the main attractions of this small town. The Church of the Savior Not Made by Hands is made in the style of Old Russian architecture. A monument-helicopter MI-8 is erected near the airport. The city has the Walk of Fame, where the Eternal Flame is lit. Interesting expositions and exhibitions can be seen in the local history museum.
Population - 40 thousand people.
Usinsk
It is famous for its large natural monuments, such as the Middle Gate of the Sharyu River and the Ring Rock. In the city itself there is an unusual monument to Komar, which is remembered by all guests of the city. The basis of Usinsk's industry is oil and gas production. In honor of this, a monument to the oilman was erected, which the locals call "The Beggar". A fountain was built on the square in front of the pool for the 25th anniversary of the city.
Population - 38 thousand people.
Sosnogorsk
The city was built on the banks of the Izhma River. The main attractions include the Yugyd Lun family park and the pine cone fountain. The official emblem of the city depicts a capercaillie. That is why the sculpture, unveiled in honor of the 30th anniversary of the municipal Sosnogorsk region, is the Tokayushi capercaillie. The only pedestrian fountain in the Komi Republic is located in Sosnogorsk.
Population - 26.5 thousand people.
Inta
Founded in 1932. Inta is not part of the republican transport network, this city cannot be reached by car. Ground communication with other cities is carried out by rail, and since 2013 there has been air communication. The main attraction of Inta, the water tower by Swedish architect Tamvelius, houses the Museum of the History of Political Repression.
Population - 26 thousand people.
Emva
Received the status of the city in 1985. Of all the cities of the Komi Republic, Emva is the youngest. The former name of the city is Knyazh-Pogost. Now this name is the railway station closest to the city and the village near the city. The prince-pogost is mentioned in the work of Solzhenitsyn "The Gulag Archipelago". It was the inmates of this prison who built the railway in the area.
Population - 12 thousand people.
Vuktyl
Founded thanks to the Vuktyl oil and gas condensate field. The city is located on the territory of a national park, whose name translates as "light water". There are no attractions in the city. But it will be interesting to visit the villages near the city. There are few signs of civilization in everyday life. Local residents are engaged in fishing and hunting as in ancient times.
Population - 10 thousand people.
Mikun
The city has 933th place among all cities of the Russian Federation in terms of population. The city was founded thanks to the grandiose construction of a railway in the Komi Republic. You can learn more about this in the Museum of the History of the Northern Railway. The most important monument in Mikuni is the monument to V.I.Lenin near the house of culture. On Sovetskaya Street there is a monument to the Commonwealth of the Front and Rear.
Population - 9 thousand people.
