Nerekhta

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Coat of arms of Nerekhta
Coat of arms of Nerekhta

Nerekhta (Russian: Не́рехта) is a town in Kostroma Oblast, Russia, known since the early 13th century. The town does not retain many marks of antiquity, apart from several 17th-century churches. It has been known for its textiles since the 19th century. Railway lines connect it to Yaroslavl, Kostroma, and Ivanovo. Population: 26,002 (2002 Census).


Coordinates: 57°27′N, 40°35′E