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Astrakhan pictures. Astrakhan is a major city in southern European Russia and the administrative center of Astrakhan Oblast. |
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Astrachan photos. The city lies on the Volga River, close to where it discharges into the Caspian Sea. |
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Astrakhan images. Astrakhan was originally called As-Tarkhan and Ras Tarkhan, meaning "Lord of the Alans". |
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Astrakhan picture gallery. Astrakhan is situated in the Volga Delta, rich in sturgeons and exotic plants. |
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Astrachan photo album. In 1556, the khanate was conquered by Ivan the Terrible, who built a new fortress on a steep hill. |
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Astrakhan travel images. Astrakhan's kremlin was built from 1580s to 1620s from bricks pillaged at the site of Sarai Berke. |
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