Kharkov, the transliteration of the name from Russian, was the traditional standard English spelling of the city's name favored prior to Ukraine's independence in 1991 (similar to the …

Also commonly spelled Kharkov, Kharkiv is Ukraine’s second-largest city, and with about a million and a half people, and a main cultural, educational and industrial city for the country.

Jan 5, 2026 · Kharkiv, city, northeastern Ukraine. It lies at the confluence of the Uda, Lopan, and Kharkiv rivers. It was founded about 1655 as a military stronghold to protect Russia ’s …

May 8, 2025 · Kharkiv (Ukrainian: Харків, also transliterated Kharkov from Russian: Харьков) is a major city in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine and is the second largest city in Ukraine with a …

Nov 27, 2025 · The population of Kharkiv is about 1,421,000 (2021), the area - 350 sq. km. The phone code - +380 57, the postal codes - 61000-61499. Local time in Kharkov city is January …

Aug 19, 2025 · Close to the Russian border, Kharkiv beat off invasion forces in 2022 and remains defiant under regular bombardment.

Kharkiv was founded by Russian settlers in 1654 as a Kharkov fortress to protect the southern borders of the Tsardom of Russia, and after humble beginnings as a small fortress, it grew to …

Mar 3, 2022 · Also referred to as “Kharkov,” Kharkiv is a large city situated in the northeastern part of Ukraine. With a population of 1,425,987 inhabitants, Kharkiv is Ukraine’s second-largest …

Kharkov, also known as Kharkiv, is the second-largest city in Ukraine and a major cultural and educational center. With its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and architectural landmarks, …

The fortress of Kharkov was an invaluable addition to the Empire’s line of defense. Russian troops and the Cossacks worked together to build an impregnable fortress atop a plateau located …