Veliky Ustyug (Russian: Вели́кий У́стюг) is a town in the northeast of Vologda Oblast, Russia, located at the confluence of the Sukhona and Yug Rivers. Population: 31,665 (2010 Census); 33,419 (2002 Census); 36,202 (1989 Census); 36,000 (1970).
Veliky Ustyug has a great historical significance and in the past was one of the major cities of Russian North. Whereas it preserved some of the past urban structure and many of the architectural monuments, it was completely deprived of its leading role, and is currently merely a tourist attraction. It is served by Veliky Ustyug Airport.
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