Liubotyn

Liubotyn (Ukrainian: Люботин, Russian: Люботин, translit. Lyubotyn) is a city in Kharkiv Oblast (province) of eastern Ukraine. It is designated as a separate raion (district), as a city of oblast significance. Population: 20,646(2020 est.)[1]

Liubotyn

Люботин
St. Nicholas Church in Liubotyn
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Country Ukraine
OblastKharkiv Oblast
MunicipalityLiubotyn Municipality
Founded1650
Area
  Total311 km2 (120 sq mi)
Population
 (2020)
  Total20,646
Time zoneUTC+2 (EET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+3 (EEST)
Postal code
62433-62436
WebsiteArchived

History

The city was established in 1650 by Ukrainian Cossacks from the right-bank Ukraine.

During World War II, Liubotyn was under German occupation from 20 October 1941 to 22 February 1943 and again from 9 March to 29 August 1943.

Notable people

The following people have been born or have lived in Liubotyn:

  • Oleg Khudolii — Ukrainian researcher, Doctor of Physical Education and Sports, full professor, academician of the Higher School Academy of Sciences of Ukraine.

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