Sarov

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Closed town in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia

Sarov is a closed town in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia. It was known as Gorkiy-130 (Горький-130) and Arzamas-16 (Арзама́с-16), after a (somewhat) nearby town of Arzamas, from 1946 to 1991. Until 1995, it was known as Kremlyov/Kremlev/Kremljov (Кремлёв). The town is closed because it is the Russian center for nuclear research. Population: 92,047 ; 87,652

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Population
93,493
Coordinates
54.936, 43.324
Timezone
Europe/Moscow
Elevation
160 m

Overview of Sarov

Sarov belongs to Russia and has the feel of a mid-sized city. Its resident count stands at approximately 93,493. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.

Things to do in Sarov

More to do in Sarov

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Getting there & around

Sarov pairs regional access with a walkable core. Set your clock to Europe/Moscow on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Sarov located?
Sarov belongs to Russia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.

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