Tikhvin
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Town in Leningrad Oblast, Russia
Tikhvin is a town and the administrative center of Tikhvinsky District in Leningrad Oblast, Russia, located on both banks of the Tikhvinka River in the east of the oblast, 200 kilometers (120 mi) east of St. Petersburg. Tikhvin is also an industrial and cultural center of the district, as well as its transportation hub. Population: 58,459 (2010 census); 63,338 (2002 census); 71,352 (1989 Soviet census).
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 53,932
- Coordinates
- 59.645, 33.529
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Elevation
- 50 m
Overview of Tikhvin
Tikhvin — a mid-sized city in Russia — is worth a place on your map. It counts about 53,932 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Tikhvin
Culture in Tikhvin
(2)For culture, expect Cemeteries and Churches. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Tikhvin.
Getting there & around
Reach Tikhvin by regional transport from the nearest hub in Russia; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Europe/Moscow.
Similar destinations
Places near Tikhvin that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tikhvin known for?
- Tikhvin, in Russia, is best known for culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 53,932 residents.
- What can you do in Tikhvin?
- Recorded activities in Tikhvin include Cemeteries and Churches. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Tikhvin located?
- Tikhvin is located in Russia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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