The city of Novorossiysk is part of the Krasnodar Territory. Located in the south of the Russian Federation. It has access to the Black Sea (Tsemess Bay). Novorossiysk is part of the North Caucasus Federal District. It is a major seaport and an important transport center.
Characteristic
At an altitude of 10 m above sea level is the city of Novorossiysk. The population for 2016 is almost 267 thousand people. It covers an area of about 81 square meters. km The local population calls itself Novorossiysk. The city is in the UTC + 3 time zone, there is no time difference with Moscow. He has three awards: Order of the Patriotic War of 1 degree, Hero City, Order of Lenin. The city is divided into two parts: industrial (eastern) and residential (western). Borders occur along the Tsemess Bay. Streets of Novorossiysk:
- Soviets (main, here are located administrative buildings, cafes, restaurants, banks, a hotel, a library).
- Freedom (construction and transport enterprises, shipbuilding and furniture organizations, insurance companies, banks, shops, hairdressers, etc.).
- Embankment them. Admiral Serebryakova (yacht club, travel agencies, entertainment facilities, various organizations, editorial staff).
Of course, these are not all the streets that are in the city. In total there are about 100.
Population
In 1866, received the status of the city of Novorossiysk. The population in those days did not even reach a thousand. This year, officially less than 450 people officially lived here. However, after 15 years, the number registered in the city grew rapidly and already exceeded the mark of 7000. In the 90s of the twentieth century, this figure almost reached 200,000 people. Further, the growth was no longer so rapid. In some years, there is even a decline (2000, 2004-2008, 2011), however, these are insignificant indicators, within one thousand.
At the turn of the 21st century, Novorossiysk (the population in 2000 was 203,300) shows already a weak annual growth. If earlier it was more than 14000, now it is within 5000. Now almost 267000 people live here permanently. In terms of population, it occupies 75th place among other cities of Russia.
Climatic features
The climate of Novorossiysk is close to the Mediterranean. In summer, the territory is blown by tropical air masses, and in winter - by temperate latitudes. The problem for this region is scale winds, which begin to dominate from November to March. At this time, the air temperature drops sharply on average by 10 °. The duration of such periods ranges from 3 days to 2-3 weeks. The bay becomes not navigable, since the wind speed reaches 70 m / s. The coldest month is January. The average temperature is +2 ° C, but in some years it fell below -10 ° C. Summer is warm, not hot. On average, on a thermometer + 24 ... + 27 ° . The highest temperature is in July and August.
The climate of Novorossiysk is comfortable for relaxing on the coast. In summer, the water warms up to + 21 ... + 25 ° . In winter it drops to + 7 ... + 12 ° . However, some features of the local weather conditions must be taken into account. For example, in August heavy rains with thunderstorms can begin, tornadoes rise. In this regard, floods often occur.
A bit of history
For the first time, these lands began to be populated in the Paleolithic era. BC, the modern square of Novorossiysk was occupied by the Greek city of Bata (specialization - trade). Three centuries later, it was destroyed. Later, the territory of the bay was in the possession of the Golden Horde. The Genoese built a fortress called Batario. In 1453, these lands were conquered by the Ottoman Turks. And only in 1829 the territory was taken over by Russia. In 1838, about six thousand Russian soldiers landed here. Currently, this year is considered the foundation of the city. After 28 years, Novorossiysk becomes the center of the Black Sea District. The population at that time was only 430 people. From this moment the city began to develop. The first plants were built, a railway appeared.
When the war was on, Novorossiysk was occupied by the troops of Nazi Germany. For the feat in front of the Fatherland, the courage shown in the course of hostilities, and rebuffing the enemy in 1973 he was awarded the title of Hero City.
City today
Today the city of Novorossiysk is a large port, an industrial center, an outpost of the Russian Black Sea Fleet. Although it has access to the sea, it is not a resort. The city itself is divided into 5 districts. Mayor - V.I. Sinyagovsky.
Novorossiysk is a rapidly growing, developing city with a rich infrastructure. On its territory, 5 cement plants were built. In this area, it is the most important center in the southern part of Russia. Engineering and woodworking industries are also no less important areas. Novorossiysk wines are valued throughout the country. Make their local agricultural firms.
The city has many stores of different levels: from ordinary to hypermarkets, not only regional chains, but also federal ones. There are 8 markets and the same number of catering facilities.
Water supply problems
Unfortunately, in Novorossiysk there are no large reservoirs that can be used to supply water to the city. That is why the local population is already accustomed to the fact that water is given hourly in the morning and in the evening. In 2003, the administration announced that a project was launched, the results of which will solve all problems. From the regional budget for this allocated 1 billion rubles. with a promise to complete work by 2014. However, already in 2016, but the problems remained unresolved.
sights
Sights are popular in the tourism industry: the Mikhail Kutuzov Water Museum, the Cement Industry Museum, the Small Earth Memorial Historical Museum, the Firing Line memorial complex, the Holy Pen source, the Lutheran church.
Everyone who even comes to the city for a short time seeks to get to the embankment. The street is named after Admiral Serebryakov. There are a lot of monuments, compositions and sculptures. The most famous of them: dedicated to the founders of the city, an unknown sailor, a girl on a dolphin. The city beach located on this street, the cruiser museum, the cape of love are popular.
Those who appreciate the classics of the genre in cinema will be pleased to see the monument to Gesha Kozodoev (one of the main characters of the famous film "The Diamond Arm"), it is located near the embankment. Little tourists will be delighted with the entertainment in the park to them. Lenin.