The city of Zaporozhye oblast.
Enerhodar is a city located in the northwestern part of Zaporizhzhia Oblast of Ukraine, about 132 km from Zaporizhzhia. It is standing on the left bank of the Dnieper River. This city is the home of the personnel of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (the largest in Europe).
Since 2022, Enerhodar is controlled by Russia.
The population of Enerhodar is about 52,200 (2021), the area - 63 sq. km.
Enerhodar is also called the power capital of Ukraine. The town was founded in 1970 as a settlement of people working at Zaporizhzhia hydro power station. In 1972, it received its current name meaning “power gift”.
The construction of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant station began in 1981. First power generating unit was completed in 1984.
Today, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has six power generating units (total power - 6,000 megawatt).
Enerhodar street
Enerhodar view
Enerhodar city scenery
Enerhodar recreation area is an embankment, with its original architectural design and clean air. The embankment was built nearly 2 kilometers long with numerous cafes, showrooms, shops.
The city is also known for its cultural and sports achievements. The power capital of Ukraine is the birthplace of an international theatrical festival “Good Theater”. Since May 1992, it is one of the most exciting event held in the city once in two years.
Enerhodar scenery
Enerhodar City Hall
Enerhodar gun monument
Taras Shevchenko monument in Enerhodar
Enerhodar park
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant
Enerhodar church
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