Yelets
Discover the charm of Yelets in Lipetskaya Oblast’, Russia.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Archdiocese of Madre di Dio a Mosca (Moscow)
About Yelets
Yelets is a town located in the western part of Lipetskaya Oblast’ in central Russia. Situated along the Vorskla River, it serves as an important cultural and historical center with roots tracing back to the 14th century.
The town holds significant historical value, including its role during World War II when it was heavily damaged but later restored. Today, Yelets is known for its well-preserved architecture and local crafts, making it a notable destination for history enthusiasts and travelers. rules.city gathers practical civic information about Yelets, verified from official sources, covering everything from local rules to transportation and services.
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Notable people from Yelets
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Tikhon Khrennikov1913–2007Russian Soviet composer (1913-2007)- OOleg Kopayev1937–2010Russian footballer (1937-2010)
Aleksandr Petrov1876–1941Olympic wrestler (1876–1941)
Kirill Gotsukb. 1992Russian footballer
Varvara Massalitinova1878–1945Russian and Soviet actress (1878–1945)
Nikolai Masalitinov1880–1961Bulgarian actor and theatre director (1880-1961)
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