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Veliky Ustyug is a historic town in northern Russia located in Arkhangelsk Oblast. It is known for its traditional craftsmanship, particularly in woodcarving and metalwork, and serves as an important cultural and economic center in the Russian Far North.
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Veliky Ustyug (Russian: Вели́кий У́стюг) is a town in Vologda Oblast, Russia, located in the northeast of the oblast at the confluence of the Sukhona and Yug Rivers. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 31,665.
Veliky Ustyug has a great historical significance and was one of the major cities of the Russian North. It preserved some of the past urban structure and many of the architectural monuments. It has lost its former leading role and is nowadays mostly known for tourism.