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Veliky Novgorod is one of the oldest cities in Russia, located in the northwest of the country on the Volkhov River. It is the center of the birth of Russian statehood and the capital of one of the first European democracies. Veliky Novgorod is one of the most beautiful and interesting cities of Russia, which has preserved unique old Russian monuments, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Novgorod was first mentioned in chronicles in the 9th century. Along with Kiev it was one of the centers of Rus and the place where the legendary Rurik was called. Throughout most of the Middle Ages, Novgorod flourished thanks to trade and was one of the richest Russian cities. The unique ancient Russian churches and the mighty Kremlin, called Dytynets', have been preserved here to this day.
