Tag: Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia is a city in southeastern Ukraine, located on the banks of the Dnieper River. It serves as the administrative center of Zaporizhzhia Oblast (region). Historically significant, the city is known for its industrial presence, particularly in manufacturing and energy production, and it is home to the largest hydroelectric power station in Ukraine, the Dnieper Hydroelectric Station. Zaporizhzhia is also recognized for its cultural and historical heritage, including the nearby island of Khortytsia, which played a pivotal role in the history of the Cossacks. The city’s name is derived from the Ukrainian word “zaporozh” meaning “beyond the rapids,” referring to its geographical location near the Dnieper’s rapids.