Gus-Zhelezny (Russian: Гусь-Желе́зный, lit. iron goose) is an urban locality (anurban-type settlement) in Kasimovsky DistrictofRyazan Oblast, Russia. Population: 2,115 (2010 Russian census);[1] 2,442 (2002 Census);[4] 2,809 (1989 Soviet census).[5]
Gus-Zhelezny
Гусь-Железный
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Trinity Cathedral in Gus-Zhelezny
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Location of Gus-Zhelezny | |
Location of Gus-Zhelezny Show map of RussiaGus-Zhelezny (Ryazan Oblast) Show map of Ryazan Oblast | |
Coordinates: 55°03′N 41°09′E / 55.050°N 41.150°E / 55.050; 41.150 | |
Country | Russia |
Federal subject | Ryazan Oblast |
Administrative district | Kasimovsky District |
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• Total | 2,115 |
Time zone | UTC+3 (MSK ![]() |
Postal code(s)[3] | |
OKTMOID | 61608154051 |
It was founded in the 18th century on the Gus River's bank.
The main point of interest of Gus-Zhelezny is the 19th century Russian orthodox Trinity Cathedral, built in a rare for Russia Gothic Revival style with elements of neobaroque and neoclassicism.
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