Dagestan, Russia · Europe
Derbent sits on the route: 15 minutes from Khazar.
Derbent is a city located in Dagestan, Russia. With a population of 105,965, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Derbent sits in Russia. It's in the Europe/Moscow time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Derbent to your route.
Derbent, also historically known as Darband, or Derbend, is the southernmost city in Russia. It is situated along the southeastern coast of the Republic of Dagestan, occupying the narrow gateway between the Caspian Sea and the Caucasus Mountains, and connecting the Eurasian Steppe to the north and the Iranian PlateauRead more
to the south. Derbent covers an area of 69.63 square kilometres (26.88 mi2) with a population of roughly 120,000 residents.
Derbent is considered the oldest city in Russia, with historical documentation dating to the 8th century BC, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Due to its strategic location, over the course of history, the city changed ownership many times, particularly among the Persian, Arab, Mongol, Timurid, and Shirvan kingdoms. In the early 19th century, the city came under control of the Russian Empire through the Treaty of Gulistan signed with Qajar Iran.
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Derbent is located in Dagestan, Russia, Europe. The coordinates are 42.0662 latitude, 48.2876 longitude.
Derbent has a population of approximately 105,965 people, making it a city in Russia.
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