Asha (town)

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Coat of arms of Asha
Coat of arms of Asha

Asha (Russian: Аша́) is a town in Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, located on the Sim River (Belaya's tributary) 377 km west of Chelyabinsk at 55.0556° N 57.2653° E. Population: 33,926 (2002 Census); 38,646 (1989 Census).

Founded in 1898. Town status since June 20, 1933.

Asha is famous for its alpine skiing location, Adzigardak.

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Cities and towns in Chelyabinsk Oblast
Administrative center: Chelyabinsk
Coat of arms of Chelyabinsk Oblast Flag of Chelyabinsk Oblast

Coordinates: 54°59′N, 57°17′E

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