Ufa is the center of the Republic of Bashkortostan. It is a young green city with a developed infrastructure and industry. The urban territory is divided into several regions, each of which has its own characteristics.
Geographical features of Ufa
Ufa is in the east of the Russian Plain andis the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan. The city has the status of a major economic and scientific center of the Russian Federation. The size of the urban area along the length is about 40 km. The population is over 1 million people, which is the fourth part of the population of Bashkortostan.
The climate is cool, continental and moderately humid. The average annual air temperature is +3.8 degrees, and the average amount of precipitation is about 600 mm Hg.
The surroundings of Ufa are quite picturesque. The city is on a semicircular hill, forming the high bank of the river. Around the city there are many deciduous forests, meadows and greenery. Urban buildings and nature are in harmony with each other.
Economy of Ufa
Ufa is one of the largest economic centersRussia. The city is well-developed industry. The most important are such industries as engineering, oil refining and chemical production. In total, there are about 200 industrial enterprises in the city.
Ufa ranks fourth in Russia in terms of retail trade. A large number of outlets operate in the city.
In Ufa almost all types of transport are developed: road, railway, air and water. Intra-urban transport is represented by trams, trolley buses, buses, fixed-route taxis and underground.
Other features of Ufa
In Ufa there are a lot of monumentshistory and architecture. The oldest building for several centuries. It is interesting in that in 1774 the famous Russian commander Alexander Vasilievich Suvorov stayed in it. There are many parks and squares in the city. Some green plantations are natural. A lot of vegetation is available in the yards and on the streets of the city.
At the same time, emissions from industrial plants lead to a high level of urban air pollution. Many solid domestic and industrial wastes are formed.
Districts of Ufa
The city is divided into seven districts:
- Kirovsky district (the city of Ufa) is the oldest. He appeared at the dawn of the Soviet era - in 1935. It is also rightfully considered the intellectual capital of the city. High-tech production of such products as electrical equipment, communication equipment, textiles, medicines, food products, and garments is concentrated here. In the district there are a large number of higher educational institutions, including the Bashkir State University, medical, pedagogical and other universities. In addition, there are various cultural institutions, health facilities, sports facilities, historic buildings.
- Leninsky district appeared on the city map in 1936. It includes three micro-districts: "Central", "Zaton" and "Nizhegorodka", which are located along the banks of the Belaya River. The peculiarity of the area is the predominance of private buildings. In Leninsky district of Ufa there is a ministry of culture and a large number of enterprises.
- Ordzhonikidzevsky district Ufa was formed in 1952. It is the place of concentration of industrial enterprises. A total of 220 large and medium-sized factories, including oil refineries, energy, construction and other industries. In total, they give more than 60% of the products produced in the city. In Ordzhonikidzevsky district of Ufa there is also the popular Victory Park and two stadiums: "Stroitel" and "Neftyanik".
- Oktyabrsky district Ufa appeared in 1977. It is considered the newest among other areas of the city. On its territory is concentrated a large number of original and unusual buildings. Cultural centers are represented by the academic theater of drama, national theater "Nur", the park of culture and recreation named after M.Gafuri and the park of culture "Kashkadan". Parks are a comfortable place for recreation of urban residents. There is in Oktyabrsky district of Ufa and its own racecourse, which is used for horse competitions. The Palace of Sports and the sports arena are used for entertainment and hockey training.
- Kalininsky district located in the north-east of the city of Ufa. He appeared in 1952. On the territory of the district there is a well-known enterprise for the production of motor and aircraft engines throughout the country. In total, 25 large industrial facilities operate in the region, which puts it in second place in terms of production figures after Ordzhonikidzevsky district. In addition to enterprises, there are a palace of culture, sports schools and playgrounds.
- Demsky district located in the south of Ufa. Despite the large number of enterprises, the area is considered relatively favorable for living. The industry is represented by enterprises of the oil and medical sectors. There is also a large railway station and a museum of the Bashkir Cavalry Division.
- Sovetskiy district Ufa is located in the city center, in theintersection of road, water and rail routes. It is characterized by the highest population density. There are many medical institutions, literary publishers, editorial offices of local newspapers and magazines. The sports arena, built in this area, accommodates 8000 people.
Modern transformation of districts
Ufa is a young city, and practically in all itsdifferent transformations take place. Thus, in Leninsky there is a mass replacement of old buildings with new ones. There are many modern high-rise buildings, shopping centers and private villas. Improvement of social infrastructure is also observed in the Soviet district. In Demsk on the site of the working town appeared modern streets and city squares, the city acquired a more neat appearance.
Conclusion
Ufa is a young modern city with a developed industry and districts, each with its own history and characteristics. Most of them originated in the Soviet era and are now actively developing.
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