While the Russian-Ukrainian War continues unabated on its seventh day, the Russian army continues to advance in the Ukrainian cities. According to the latest news, it was stated that the port and train station in the city of Kherson, located in the southern region of Ukraine, passed to the Russian army. Upon development, one wonders about the location and whereabouts of Kherson. And where is the city of Kherson?
WHERE IS KHERSON (HERSON)?
It is said that some areas in Kherson, which is one of the cities where violent conflicts between Russia and Ukraine are taking place, are under the control of the Russian army. Kherson Mayor Igor Kolihayev stated that control of some parts of the city passed to the Russian army, but the city continued to resist.
After the explanations, it is wondered where Kherson is and its strategic importance. Kherson is a city in Kherson Oblast, in the south of Ukraine. Kherson, which has a population of 294 thousand 941 according to the 2015 census, was established at the point where the Dnieper River meets the Black Sea. It is known that in Kherson, one of the greenest cities in Ukraine, the female population is higher than the male population due to the wars that took place in the past.
WHERE IS KHERSON ON THE MAP?
Located in the southern region of Ukraine, Kherson was established at the point where the Dnieper River meets the Black Sea. Its appearance on the map can be described as follows:
The historical past of the city of Kherson, which follows Odessa, the most important port city on the Black Sea coast of Ukraine, dates back to 1778. Vegetables produced in the city, which is the heart of Ukrainian agricultural production, are sent to Ukraine and Europe.
THE WORLD’S LARGEST EGG PRODUCTION IS CONDUCTED
At the same time, the world’s largest egg production is carried out in the city of Kherson. In addition, shipyards and many factories constitute the business life of the city.