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Khabarovsk — Gateway to the Far East

Khabarovsk stretches along the high right bank of the Amur River, twenty kilometers from the border with China. It is one of the largest cities of the Russian Far East, where Russian culture meets Asian, and the history of explorers intertwines with a modern metropolis. The city extends along the river for almost fifty kilometers, forming an unusual structure — a rectangular center and two long development 'arms'. The distance to Moscow in a straight line is about 6100 km, and by rail — 8533 km. In Chinese sources, the area was historically called Boli.

For those who want to see Khabarovsk in real time, webcams are operating at key points throughout the city. Live streams allow you to observe the life of the embankment, traffic on the bridges, and the atmosphere of a Far Eastern metropolis from anywhere in the world.

From Military Outpost to Major City: Khabarovsk History

Khabarovsk was founded on May 31, 1858 as a military post called Khabarovka. The initiator of the founding was the Governor-General of Eastern Siberia Nikolai Nikolaevich Muravyov-Amursky, and the first builder was the commander of the 13th Siberian Line Battalion, Captain Yakov Vasilyevich Dyachenko. The line troops established the post on a strategically important elevated site at the confluence of the Amur and Ussuri rivers, providing control over both waterways.

As early as 1858, the soldiers built the first Orthodox church, consecrated by the future Metropolitan Innocent. By 1865, the settlement's population reached 1,294 people, mainly military personnel and officials. In 1864, military topographer Mikhail Lyubensky drew up the first development plan with a regular layout.

Since 1880, Khabarovka received city status and became the administrative center of the Primorsky Region, and from 1884 — the center of the Priamurye Governor-Generalship. In 1893, the city was renamed Khabarovsk. On September 1 (13), 1897, the first train departed from the Khabarovsk railway station — the Ussuri Railway connected the city with Vladivostok. And on October 5 (18), 1916, a railway bridge across the Amur was opened, connecting Khabarovsk with Eastern Siberia.

Amur Cliff and the Muravyov-Amursky Monument

One of Khabarovsk's main attractions is the Muravyov-Amursky monument on the Amur Cliff. The original monument was solemnly unveiled on May 30, 1891 in the presence of Tsarevich Nikolai Alexandrovich. The monument's height was about 16 meters, making it the largest monument in pre-revolutionary Russia. Five bronze commemorative plaques with the names of military and civilian figures who participated in the annexation of the Priamurye were fixed on the high pedestal.

In 1925, by decision of the Dalrevkom, the monument was removed, broken, and disposed of. The bronze head lay for a long time near the pedestal, and the fragments spent several years in the courtyard of the local history museum, then were taken for remelting. A two-meter concrete statue of Lenin was installed on the pedestal, which disappeared in the 1930s. In 1983, for the 125th anniversary of Khabarovsk, the monument was reconstructed, installing the 'Ladya' stele in memory of the Russian pioneers.

In the late 1980s, under the leadership of local historian A.K. Dmitrieva, the restoration of the monument began. A new bronze copy was made according to the design of L.V. Aristov, and on May 30, 1992 the monument was reopened. Since 2006, the image of the monument has adorned the 5000-ruble banknote. The main street of the city is named after the count — Muravyov-Amursky Street.

Underwater Tunnel under the Amur — Russia's Unique Structure

Khabarovsk is famous for Russia's only underwater railway tunnel. Its length is 7,198 meters — about 7.2 km. Construction was carried out from 1937 to 1941, and commissioning took place on October 25, 1942. The eastern portal is located within the city of Khabarovsk, the western — in the Jewish Autonomous Region.

Projects for the tunnel's construction arose back in connection with the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway. In 1913, a tunnel drawing was presented at an exhibition of the Priamurye region, but the choice was made in favor of a bridge. In 1936, the General Staff of the Red Army initiated the construction of the tunnel. Metrostroy was involved in the construction, and five tunneling shields were transported. 900 seconded metro builders, 1000 civilian personnel, Gulag prisoners, and railway troops worked on the construction site.

Until 1964, the tunnel was mothballed as secret facility No. 4. In the 1960s, it began to be used for freight train traffic in odd-numbered directions, and from the early 1980s, after electrification, passenger trains also began running through the tunnel. The tunnel has seven ventilation shafts — two portal shafts, two each on the right and left banks of the Amur, and another shaft on an artificial island.

Climate and Geography: City at the Edge of the Country

Khabarovsk is located 20 kilometers from the border with China, which leaves a special imprint on its atmosphere and rhythm of life. The city's area is 389 km² (without the left bank — 230 km²), and the height of the center is 72 meters above sea level. According to Roshydromet research, Khabarovsk is among the top five sunniest cities in Russia.

The population of Khabarovsk as of 2025 is estimated at 615,600 people, with a density of about 2,677 people/km². The city has the status of "City of Military Glory" and was awarded the Order of the October Revolution. The city operates two airports (including an international one), a railway station, four railway stations, and a river port.

Far Eastern Cuisine: Stroganina, Sea Kelp and Squid Dumplings

The local cuisine of Khabarovsk is a multi-layered mix of indigenous traditions of the Far Eastern peoples, Russian culinary arts, and Asian influences. The Nanai and other indigenous peoples have been preparing frozen fish stroganina for centuries — a cold appetizer that remains the hallmark of the region.

Russian settlers brought with them home cooking traditions, adapting them to local products: dumplings with squid, seaweed borscht, salmon fish soup. Asian neighbors added Chinese wok, Korean pyeon-se and spicy appetizers, Japanese sashimi, and soy sauces to the local gastronomy.

In Khabarovsk restaurants, you can try original combinations: chocolate with sea salt and kelp, "Primorsky" candies developed in 1967 by employees of the Vladivostok confectionery factory using agar-agar and fresh eggs. Kelp is rich in organic iodine, easily digestible, and has become a kind of gastronomic hallmark of the region.

Khabarovsk Districts and Architecture

The architectural appearance of Khabarovsk is formed by both historical buildings in the center and modern high-rises. The tallest building in the region is the business center "New Quarter", 103 meters high with 28 floors. The city has an unusual structure: a rectangular center and two development 'arms' along the Amur, stretching about 50 km.

The central district concentrates the main attractions: the Amur Cliff, the embankment, Muravyov-Amursky Street. The railway district grew up around the station and is historically connected to the Trans-Siberian Railway. The Kirovsky and Industrial districts are the residential and industrial zones of the city. Each district has its own character and rhythm of life, which can be felt by observing the city through webcams.

Aur Rock — Natural Symbol of the City

Aur Rock is a famous natural monument located on the right bank of the Amur River in the vicinity of Khabarovsk. It is a symbol of the city and a popular place for walks, photography, and ceremonial events. The history of the rock goes back to ancient times: in prehistoric times, local peoples (the Nanai) used the rock as a sacred place, where they left stone petroglyph inscriptions and performed rituals.

In the 19th century, as part of Russian colonization, Aur Rock became a strategic observation point and fortification as part of the defensive line along the Amur. In the Soviet period, it was opened for mass tourism and received the status of an attraction. In recent decades, it has become a venue for festivals, concerts, and environmental projects. It preserves its unique rocky shape and legends about the giant Aur, who, according to legend, created this rock trying to save his people from a flood.

What the Cameras Show in the City

Khabarovsk webcams are installed in key locations of the city: on the Amur embankment, at the Amur Cliff, on Muravyov-Amursky Street, near the railway station, and on bridges. Live streams allow you to observe traffic on the Khabarovsk Bridge, the life of the embankment, the architecture of the center, and the natural beauty of the Amur. The cameras operate in real time and give you the opportunity to see the city as its residents see it — with its traffic jams, sunny days, rains, and sunsets over the great river.

For user convenience, the cameras are grouped by city districts. You can choose a stream from the center to see the historical buildings, or turn on a camera on the embankment to watch the Amur. Some cameras show panoramic views of the city, while others are focused on specific attractions. All streams are available for free and without registration — just select a point of interest and enjoy the view of Khabarovsk in real time.