Syzran

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Syzran (Russian: Сы́зрань) is the third largest city in Samara Oblast, Russia. It is located on the right bank of Saratov Reservoir of the Volga River. Population: 188,107 (2002 Census); 173,000 (1985).

Syzran was founded in 1683 as a fortress, and has existed as a town since 1796. One tower from the 17th-century fortress still stands.

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Cities and towns in Samara Oblast
Administrative center: Samara
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Coordinates: 53°10′N, 48°28′E