The territory of the modern Ryazan region for most of its history was a place of military conflicts. This affected the development of local cities and contributed to the development of ties between them. In the 15th century Ryazan was incorporated into the Russian state and became one of the most important cities on its borders. The modern cities of the Ryazan region are large industrial and cultural centers.
They develop thanks to the oil production and manufacturing industries. Many architectural and archaeological monuments have been preserved in the cities of the region. There are also a large number of state reserves and national parks in the region. Thanks to them, the unique ecosystems of the Ryazan region are preserved and tourism is developing.
The largest cities of the Ryazan region
List of the largest cities in terms of population in the region.
Ryazan
The city was founded in 1095 and is one of the oldest settlements in Russia. Until the 15th-16th centuries, Ryazan was an important defensive point on the borders of the Russian state. Today, oil refineries and machine-building plants are located here. Ryazan has a large number of both historical monuments and modern attractions.
Population - 539,290 people (2020).
Kasimov
The city was created in 1152 and was a border fortress. From the 15th to the 17th century, Kasimov belonged to Khan Kasim, after whom the city was named. During the Soviet period, a metallurgical plant was built here, which has survived to this day. It is the backbone of Kasimov's economy. The city has a historical museum of local lore, which is the main attraction of Kasimov.
Population - 30.5 thousand people.
Skopin
The modern city was founded in 1597, but the first settlements in its place were created much earlier. Skopin is one of the oldest cities in the Ryazan region. The city has a well-developed mining and automotive industry. Skopin is also a major center of pottery. Local workshops attract many tourists to Skopin every year.
Population - 26.5 thousand people.
Sasovo
The city was founded in 1642. Light industry and transport are historically developed in Sasovo. The railway, built at the end of the 19th century, made a significant contribution to the development of Sasovo. Thanks to her, the population of the city has increased significantly. The main attractions of the city are the cathedral, the historical museum of local lore and the museum of Russian songs.
Population - 26 thousand people.
Ryazhsk
The first mention of the city dates back to 1502. Ryazhsk is one of the oldest settlements in the Ryazan region. In the 19th century, a railway was built here. She gave impetus to the development of the city. The city's economy is based on the food industry. The main attraction of Ryazhsk is Zaborovo, an estate built in the 19th century.
Population - 21 thousand people.
Rybnoe
The satellite city of Ryazan was founded in 1597. Thanks to the railroad laid in the 19th century, economic growth accelerated in Rybino. Sergei Yesenin was born near the modern city. Today in Rybino there is a museum-reserve dedicated to the great Russian poet. Other landmarks of the city are the St. John the Theologian Monastery and the Beekeeping Museum.
Population - 19 thousand people.
Novomichurinsk
In the second half of the 20th century, the construction of the Ryazan State District Power Plant began. Novomichurinsk was founded in 1968 and became a workers' settlement. By 1981, it had grown to become a city. A network of sports schools is developed in Novomichurinsk. Martial arts are especially popular. Pupils of sports sections regularly participate in regional and all-Russian competitions.
Population - 17 thousand people.
Korablino
The first mention of the city dates back to 1594. River ships, boxes were built here, and initially the city was called "Koroblinsk". Today, the construction sector, food and light industries are well developed here. The city house of culture is located in the central part of Korablino. It hosts creative events, a small museum is assembled. There are also several theater sections, a choir and others.
Population - 11 thousand people.
Mikhailov
The city is one of the most ancient settlements in the Ryazan region. Throughout almost all of its history, Mikhailov was an important fortress on the border of the Russian state. Today, a cement plant is located in the city. A large number of architectural monuments and historical memorials have been preserved in the central part of Mikhailov.
Population - 10 thousand people.
Spassk-Ryazansky
Since the 15th century, a monastery estate was located on the site of the modern city. In 1629 Spassk-Ryazansky was founded. Nowadays, the food industry is well developed in the city. A large number of architectural monuments of the 17th-19th centuries have been preserved in the central part of Spassk-Ryazansky. Also in the city is the alley of the heroes of the Great Patriotic War.
Population - 6.5 thousand people.
