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Т-34-85

Photograph at the Т-34-85 Memorial

Kyiv stands as Ukraine's capital and most populous city, situated in the nation's north-central region. Straddling the Dnieper River, it was home to nearly three million people by early 2022, ranking it among Europe's most populous urban areas. Its significance extends to being a vital hub for industry, science, education, and culture, boasting advanced technology sectors and renowned academic institutions.

This historic city, believed to have originated as a trading post by the 5th century, holds a prominent place in Eastern European history. Its origins are linked to the legendary founder Kyi, and it has experienced periods of both prominence and quietude throughout its long existence. Once a Slavic settlement on a crucial trade route connecting Scandinavia with Constantinople, Kyiv later came under the influence of the Khazars before being taken by the Varangians in the 9th century.

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