Kemerovo Live Cam

Kemerovo is a city located in southwestern Siberia, Russia. It is the administrative center of the Kemerovo Oblast and serves as an important industrial and cultural hub in the region. The history of Kemerovo dates back to the 17th century when the area was primarily inhabited by indigenous Siberian peoples, including the Shors and Teleuts.

In the 19th century, the industrial development of the region began with the discovery of extensive coal reserves. The construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway in the late 19th and early 20th centuries further boosted the growth of the city. Kemerovo became a significant coal mining and industrial center, attracting workers and settlers from different parts of Russia.

During the Soviet era, Kemerovo experienced rapid industrialization. It became an important coal and steel production center, contributing significantly to the Soviet Union's industrial output. The city's population grew rapidly, and new residential areas, factories, and infrastructure were constructed to support the expanding industries.