Cities and Towns in Russia that Start with Z

Below is the list of cities and towns in 🇷🇺 Russia whose name begins with the letter Z. You will also find some general information about each of them.

Name	Region/Territory	Population
Zadonsk	Lipetsk Oblast	9,000
Zainsk	Tatarstan Republic	41,000
Zarechny	Penza Oblast	63,000
Zelenograd	Moscow (Federal City)	256,000
Zelenodolsk	Tatarstan Republic	97,000
Zheleznogorsk	Krasnoyarsk Krai	85,000
Zheleznogorsk	Kursk Oblast	93,000
Zhukovsky	Moscow Oblast	112,000
Zima	Irkutsk Oblast	31,000
Zlatoust	Chelyabinsk Oblast	161,000
Zlynka	Bryansk Oblast	5,000
Zubtsov	Tver Oblast	5,000
Zuyevka	Kirov Oblast	9,000

Zadonsk

Zadonsk is a small town in Lipetsk Oblast, located on the left bank of the Don River. The name derives from its location “za” (beyond) the Don River. Zadonsk is known for its monasteries and as a place of pilgrimage for Russian Orthodox believers, particularly the Zadonsky Monastery, established in the 17th century.

Zainsk

Zainsk is a town in the Republic of Tatarstan, located on the steppe near the Kama River. The town developed around a thermal power plant and is an important energy center in the region. Its name is likely derived from the nearby Zay River. Zainsk is also known for its local industries and agricultural production.

Zarechny

Zarechny is a closed town in Penza Oblast, primarily serving the Russian nuclear industry. The town’s name means “Beyond the River,” referring to its location near the Sura River. As a closed city, Zarechny plays a significant role in nuclear research and technology in Russia.

Zelenograd

Zelenograd is one of Moscow’s administrative districts, located northwest of the city center. Known for its green spaces, the name “Zelenograd” means “Green City.” It is Russia’s Silicon Valley, a major hub for electronics and technology industries, and has a highly developed infrastructure for science and innovation.

Zelenodolsk

Zelenodolsk is located in the Republic of Tatarstan, on the banks of the Volga River. The city’s name means “Green Valley.” Zelenodolsk is known for its shipbuilding industry and is home to one of Russia’s major shipyards. It also serves as a transportation and industrial hub in the region.

Zheleznogorsk (Krasnoyarsk Krai)

Zheleznogorsk, located in Krasnoyarsk Krai, is a closed city and a major center for Russia’s nuclear industry and space technology. Established during the Soviet era, the city was developed as a secret site for nuclear weapons production. The name “Zheleznogorsk” means “Iron Mountain,” referring to its location in a mineral-rich area.

Zheleznogorsk (Kursk Oblast)

Zheleznogorsk in Kursk Oblast is known for its iron ore mining, with the Kursk Magnetic Anomaly being one of the largest iron ore deposits in the world. The city’s name reflects its iron industry, which is central to its economy. Zheleznogorsk is also home to several major mining enterprises.

Zhukovsky

Zhukovsky is a town in Moscow Oblast, named after the famous Russian scientist Nikolai Zhukovsky, considered the father of Russian aviation. The town is an important center for aerospace research and hosts the MAKS International Aviation and Space Salon, a major global event for the aviation industry.

Zima

Zima is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Siberia, located along the Trans-Siberian Railway. The name means “winter” in Russian, reflecting the harsh winter climate of the region. The town grew around the railway and is known for its logging and timber industries, as well as its cultural significance, being the birthplace of Russian poet Yevgeny Yevtushenko.

Zlatoust

Zlatoust is located in Chelyabinsk Oblast, in the southern Ural Mountains. The town’s name is derived from St. John Chrysostom (“Zlatoust” means “Golden Mouth” in Russian). Zlatoust is known for its metalworking and production of decorative blades and weapons. It has a rich history as a center of metallurgy in Russia.

Zlynka

Zlynka is a small town in Bryansk Oblast, near the Belarusian border. Its name likely derives from a local river. Zlynka is a quiet agricultural town known for its scenic landscapes and forests. The town was heavily affected by the Chernobyl disaster, with much of its land still contaminated by radiation.

Zubtsov

Zubtsov is a small town in Tver Oblast, located at the confluence of the Volga and Vazuza Rivers. It is one of the oldest towns in the region, with a history dating back to the 12th century. Zubtsov is known for its ancient churches and its picturesque location on the Volga River.

Zuyevka

Zuyevka is a small town in Kirov Oblast, located on the banks of the Zuya River. The town developed around the railway station built during the 19th century. Today, Zuyevka is a quiet rural town with a small agricultural base, known for its natural surroundings and traditional Russian lifestyle.

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