Standard TimeMSK |
UTC+3 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Europe/Moscow |
Demyansk time compared to Beijing time (China) |
5 hours ahead |
Introduction to Demyansk, Russia
Demyansk (Демянск) is a town in the western part of the Novgorod Oblast, Russia, located in the Valdai Hills, at the confluence of the Bora and Yavoni rivers. It is located about 180 kilometers from the oblast capital Novgorod, has a population of about 5,000, and is the administrative center of the Demyansk District.
History and World War II status
Demyansk was strategically important during World War II, when the Germans were surrounded by Soviet troops in 1942 in the famous "Siege of Demyansk". The battle, which lasted for several months, was the first successful case of large-scale airlift of supplies in the history of warfare, and provided an important reference for the study of subsequent military tactics. A World War II monument and a museum have been built in the town to commemorate this event.
Geographic and Economic Characteristics
The region has a temperate continental climate with cold, snowy winters and mild summers. The economy is dominated by forestry, agriculture and small-scale processing industries. The surrounding forests are rich in timber, such as pine and spruce. Traditional handicrafts such as wood carving and weaving are also preserved.
Transportation and Tourism
Demyansk is connected by road to the cities of Novgorod and Old Rusa, and there is no direct railroad connection. Tourist highlights include World War II sites, Orthodox churches and natural landscapes for history buffs and eco-tourists.
Demyansk Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
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09:33
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16:11
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