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The Republic of North Ossetia is part of Russian Federation, therefore it is, and at the same time it is part of North Caucasus District. The capital of the republic is Vladikavkaz. The republic was founded on July 7, 1924.
North Ossetia-Alania is a subject of Russia with the capital Vladikavkaz. The republic, located in the northern part of the Greater Caucasus, was formed in July 1924. Opening map of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, you will see the borders of the region with Stavropol, Ingushetia, Chechnya, Georgia, Kabardino-Balkaria and South Ossetia (controversial issue). Territorial division republics - into 8 districts and Vladikavkaz (as a city of republican subordination).
Geographically, the region is represented by lowlands, plains, mountainous areas, occupies the Ossetian inclined plain, the Sunzhensky and Tersky ranges, and the Watershed (main) ridge of the Greater Caucasus. WITH map of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, you can find out the location of any object of interest on its territory.
The main river of the region is the Terek; it and other rivers of the republic originate in mountain glaciers. Climate North Ossetia bears the features of a moderate continental. It is characterized by mild winters and summers that are not dry, long, and rainy. On the territory of the republic there is a reserve where they live and are protected by the state different kinds animals and plants.
The antiquity of the region is associated with the Koban culture, monuments of which were found as a result of archaeological research. The period of the first settlements on the territory of modern North Ossetia is 1st millennium BC. Currently, almost 704 thousand people live in the region. Population density is high. More than half of total number North Ossetians live in the capital. National composition residents of the republic: Ossetians, Armenians, Georgians, Russians, Turks, Ingush, etc.
Satellite map of North Ossetia
Switching between the satellite map of North Ossetia and the schematic map is done in the lower left corner of the interactive map.
North Ossetia - Wikipedia:
Date of formation of North Ossetia: December 5, 1936
Population of North Ossetia: 703,470 people
North Ossetia telephone code: 867
Area of North Ossetia: 8,000 km²
Vehicle code of North Ossetia: 15
Regions of North Ossetia:
Alagirsky Ardonsky Digorsky Irafsky Kirovsky Mozdoksky Right Bank Suburban.
Cities of North Ossetia - list of cities in alphabetical order:
Alagir city founded in 1850. The population of the city is 20,133 people.
City of Ardon founded in 1823. The population of the city is 19,371 people.
Beslan city founded in 1847. The population of the city is 37,025 people.
Vladikavkaz city founded in 1784. The population of the city is 306,978 people.
Digora city founded in 1852. The population of the city is 10,135 people.
City of Mozdok founded in 1763. The population of the city is 41,409 people.
Republic of North Ossetia - Alania- a subject that is part of the Southern Federal District and is located next to such Caucasian regions, like Ingushetia and Chechnya, as well as with the state of Georgia.
A large number of attractions North Ossetia– these are excellent resources for the development of tourism infrastructure in the region. One of the most important cultural and historical sites of the region, which appeared there in the 14th-18th centuries - “ City of dead", which includes 99 crypts. In addition to the crypts, in this place there are the ruins of an ancient fortress that once defended the city.
Nature of North Ossetia shines with its diversity. These are snow-capped mountains, gorges, and alpine meadows. The Tseyskoye Gorge is a unique natural monument and the best ski resort in the republic.
Sights of North Ossetia: Alan Holy Assumption Monastery, Dzivgis Pre-Cave Castles, National Museum of the Republic of North Ossetia - Alania, Dargavs “City of the Dead”, Table Mountain, Tseyskoye Gorge, Vladikavkaz Zoo, Cable car in the Tseysky Gorge, Karmadon Gorge, Sunni Mosque in Vladikavkaz, Temple of the Nativity Holy Mother of God on Ossetian Hill.
The territory of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania on the map of Russia is small and occupies only 7987 square kilometers. Nearby are located:
- Georgia;
- South Ossetia;
- Chechen Republic;
- Ingushetia;
- Stavropol region.
On satellite map The Republic of North Ossetia-Alania shows that many rivers flow through its territory. The main ones are:
- Terek;
- Urukh;
- Giseldon;
- Ardon;
- Kambileevka.
Also on the territory of the republic there are glaciers that occupy quite a large area. This:
- Miley, its area is 22 square kilometers;
- Tseysky, with an area of 18 square kilometers;
- Karaugomsky. It occupies 35 square kilometers.
The flora is diverse. These are steppes, alpine meadows, broad-leaved, pine and birch forests. Diverse and animal world. The region is home to chamois, aurochs, lynxes, wild boars, roe deer, bears and other animals. Eat big number birds. The climate is moderate. Summers are long and not dry, and winters are mild.
- The coldest month is January. Temperatures drop to -16 degrees;
- The warmest is July. The air warms up to +24 degrees.
What road routes pass through the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania?
- Federal highway A164 "Transcam". Vladikavkaz – Gori (Georgia);
- Federal highway A162. Vladikavkaz – Alagir;
- P295. Vladikavkaz - Old Lesken;
- P296. Mozdok – Vladikavkaz;
- P217 "Caucasus". Pavlovskaya ( Krasnodar region) – Yarag-Kazmalyar (Dagestan);
- Federal highway A161. (Georgian Military Road). Vladikavkaz – border with Georgia.
Other highways have also been laid in the region. On the online map of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania with borders, you can also see the Vladikavkaz international airport, located near the city of Beslan. Also across the territory of the subject there is Railway, but it is not currently in use.
Map of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania with districts and cities
On the map of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania with regions it is noted that there is one city in this region republican significance. This is Vladikavkaz, which is the capital of the region. More than 320 thousand people live here. There are 8 districts in the republic:
- Alagirsky;
- Digorsky;
- Ardonsky;
- Irafsky;
- Pravoberezhny;
- Mozdoksky;
- Kirovsky;
- Suburban.
Over 700 thousand people live on the territory of the republic. More than 460 thousand are Ossetians, about 150 thousand are Russians, almost 28 thousand are Ingush. People of other nationalities also live in the republic. There are more than 25 settlements located on the territory of the subject.
Ossetia– one of the most picturesque regions Central Caucasus, famous for his unique nature, original attractions and complicated history. Finding Ossetia on a map of Russia is not difficult if we're talking about about Northern.
Is this Russia or not?
Both answers to this question will be correct: “yes” and “no”. Partially Ossetia belongs to the Russian Federation, while the second part is an unrecognized republic.
Which republic is part of the Russian Federation?
Republic North Ossetia– Alania is an autonomous subject of the Russian Federation and is included in the North Caucasus federal district. South Ossetia is considered an independent republic, but it is recognized by only four UN member countries: Russia, Nauru, Venezuela, Nicaragua.
The existence of such a country is partially recognized in Transnistria, Nagorno-Karabakh, modern Donbass, separated from Ukraine.
Now South Ossetia lives independent life, being recognized by only a few countries in the world, with constant support Russia.
Rumors regularly circulate about holding a referendum on the republic's annexation to North Ossetia and its entry into the Russian Federation.
Where is?
North Ossetia, as its name suggests, is located north of the main Caucasus range, on its northern slopes. Its capital is Vladikavkaz. Southern borders The republics go to South Ossetia and Georgia, the eastern ones to Chechnya and Ingushetia, the western ones to Kabardino-Balkaria, the northern ones to the Stavropol Territory.
General information
The northern part of the republic occupies Stavropol Plain, further to the south are the Sunzhensky and Tersky ranges, and even further south is the Ossetian sloping plain, bounded by the Greater Caucasus. The area of North Ossetia reaches 800 thousand km² with a population of just over 700 thousand people. The main river is Terek.
Climate The climate here is moderately continental, slightly tempered by the close proximity of mountain peaks. warm enough, and long-lasting, not sultry, with big amount falling precipitation. average temperature January is a little less than -3 degrees, and July - a little more than +20 degrees.
Main industries economy are mechanical engineering, mining industry, non-ferrous metallurgy, glass, light and food industry.
Where is South Ossetia located?
In order to get to South Ossetia without any problems, a tourist needs to accurately imagine its location.
Geographical position
The republic is located on the southern slopes of the Greater Caucasus, in the so-called Transcaucasus, and has no access to the sea. The capital of South Ossetia is Tskhinvali.
From almost all directions of the world - south, west and east - it is surrounded by the territory of Georgia, and only from the north it borders on the Alagir region of Alanya.
Internal organization
Square The republic is about 4 thousand km² with a population of just over 50 thousand people. More than 90% of the territory is occupied by mountains.
The climate here is more warm than in Alanya, because mountain ranges protect South Ossetia from northern winds. The average temperature rarely drops below +4.5 degrees, and the average annual precipitation reaches 600 mm. The most large rivers republics – Greater and Lesser Liakhva and Ksani.
In the republic only two cities– Tskhinvali and Kvaisa – and three urban-type settlements, the rest settlements are villages. 90% of the population are Ossetians, the number of Russians and Georgians does not exceed a few percent.
Industry in the republic is practically undeveloped; the main sector of the economy here is Agriculture, namely fruit export.
Quite recently in South Ossetia there were fighting, however now tourist trips to this area are quite real and you will be able to get closer to the way of life of modern Ossetians.
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Maps of cities of the republic:
Vladikavkaz
In the territory North Caucasus there is one thing a nice place, it is called North Ossetia-Alania. It ranks 80th in terms of area. It was formed approximately at the beginning of the last century. The border runs close to the Stavropol Territory, Chechnya, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, South Ossetia, and Georgia.
On detailed map North Ossetia in given time you can see that it is located on the northern slope of the Greater Caucasus. Most The territories are occupied by plains and lowlands. The most high point– Mount Kazbek.
The climate in this uniquely beautiful place is continental and temperate. IN winter time warm. It's hot in summer. There is little precipitation. Tropical cyclones have the potential to bring monsoon rain with thunderstorms.
The Terek River is the main body of water in North Ossetia; it originates in the mountains at an altitude of more than 3 thousand meters above sea level. Its length is 610 kilometers. The food is glacial.
This unique place is one of the most densely populated areas in Russia. Local population According to the latest census data, there are 1 million people. Among them live Ingush, Russians, Ossetians, Kumyks, Armenians and many other nations.