Russian: Ростов Великий.
Location: in Yaroslavskaya Oblast', on the shores of Lake Nero.
Population: 35,300 (2002).
Rostov was first mentioned in chronicles in 862. The focal point is its Kremlin, built on the shore of a lake. The white-stone towers of the Rostov Kremlin impressing as they are reflected in the lake's water. while you are visiting this town you have a chance to listen to the chimes of the unique bells of the Assumption Cathedral belfry. Its 15 bells, audible 15 km away, play 4 tunes.
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