Krychaw
Krychaw or Krichev (Belarusian: Крычаў, romanized: Kryčaŭ, IPA: [ˈkrɨtʂau̯]; Russian: Кричев, IPA: [ˈkrʲitɕɪf], Polish: Krzyczew) is a town in Mogilev Region, Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Krychaw District. It is situated on the Sozh River. In 2009, its population was 27,202. As of 2024, it has a population of 23,264.
Krychaw
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Saint Nicholas Church | |
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Krychaw | |
| Coordinates: 53°43′10″N 31°42′50″E | |
| Country | Belarus |
| Region | Mogilev Region |
| District | Krychaw District |
| Founded | 1136 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.7 km2 (4.1 sq mi) |
| Population (2024) | |
| • Total | 23,264 |
| • Density | 2,200/km2 (5,600/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (MSK) |
| Postal code | 213491-213496, 213498, 213500 |
| Area code | +375 1771 |
| License plate | 6 |
| Website | Official website |
Krychaw was first mentioned in 1136.
The Soviet Air Force Krichev Air Base was located east of Krychaw during the Cold War.
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