The Republic of Sakha is located in the north-east of Siberia and is the largest administrative-territorial unit in the world in terms of area. However, its population density can be attributed to the lowest in the country. A distinctive feature of this land is a harsh cold climate and an abundance of natural resources. The diamond and gold mining industries are well developed on the territory of the republic.
Any self-respecting traveler should visit this region at least once in his life, see many unique places and phenomena, including the famous northern lights. Yakutia is a permafrost territory that lies between taiga and tundra forests. The temperature here can drop to -70 degrees. A significant part of the republic is located beyond the Arctic Circle.
The largest cities of Yakutia
List of the largest cities in terms of population in the region.
Yakutsk
The capital of Yakutia occupies more than 100 km² on the banks of the Lena. This modern, thriving city attracts tourists with a large number of historical and cultural values. In addition to numerous monuments and memorial complexes, 8 theaters and more than 10 museums are open to visitors in Yakutsk. The architecture of the city includes both modern office, industrial buildings and new buildings, as well as many old buildings.
Population - 318 thousand people.
Neryungri
This relatively young city is the second largest in Yakutia. The sights of the area are mainly of natural origin. The bottle rock, located within the city limits, is very popular here, with which many legends and beliefs are associated. In the city itself there are also modern cultural objects, such as the museum of the history of the development of South Yakutia, as well as the only theater of an actor and a puppet in the Far East.
Population - 57 thousand people.
Peaceful
The administrative center of the Mirny district is located not far from the opening of the Mir kimberlite pipe, which can be confidently called the main local attraction. It is also known that most of the hiking trails, hunting and fishing routes originate from Mirny.
Population - 35 thousand people.
Lensk
The streets and promenade of the city are great for walking during the warm season. There are quite interesting monuments and sculptural compositions, such as the Coachmen monument and the Ladya monument. Guests of Lensk will also be interested in the Museum of Local Lore and the Orthodox Church of St. Innocent. The city itself is located on the banks of the Lena River and is one of the oldest settlements in the Sakha Republic.
Population - 23 thousand people.
Aldan
This city is known for its unique location. There are rich deposits of various natural resources. The main feature of the settlement is gold mining. Aldan is also interesting for its many cultural and historical attractions, including military memorial sites, a historical museum, and the recently built church of the Holy New Martyrs and Confessors.
Population - 20.5 thousand people.
Successful
The city is located 16 km south of the Arctic Circle. A small town, built up near several diamond deposits, will delight tourists with its wide, clean streets, historical monuments, as well as the beauty of the surrounding nature. The city, which covers an area of only 2 km², recently has its own church, with a Sunday school and a church shop.
Population - 11.5 thousand people.
Vilyuisk
The center of the Vilyui ulus can also be attributed to the oldest cities in the region. The museums operating here are popular among tourists and local residents, including the Khomus Museum, the Museum of Glory, the Museum of Local Lore and others. A feature of the city is also a huge number of monuments and sculptures found on almost every street. Visitors to Vilyuisk will also remember a visit to the old city, with buildings of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Population - 11 thousand people.
Nyurba
The city occupies almost 20 km² of territory on the left bank of the Vilyui River. As in most cities in the region, the diamond mining industry is developed here. An interesting entertainment for the guests of Nyurba will be a visit to the Museum of Friendship of Peoples and the famous Nyurba State Traveling Drama Theater.
The population is 9700 people.
Olekminsk
The city is located 530 km from the capital, on the left bank of the Lena. Of the interesting objects here, one can single out the Spassky Cathedral, the history of which goes back about two centuries. Noteworthy are the three-meter monument to the Lena River, the unusual sculpture "Carp" and the monument on the Kulbertinov Alley.
The population is 9,200 people.
Pokrovsk
The city is located near Yakutsk, on the banks of the Lena. The local history museum, the house-museum of G.K. Ordzhonikidze, as well as the church and monuments are worthy of attention. Lake Bulus, located near the city, is especially popular, where you can see huge ice floes even in the hottest season.
The population is 9,200 people.
