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Solikamsk: mounds of salt
Mounds of salt in Solikamsk, Russia.
Solikamsk
Russia
Solikamsk, city, Perm oblast (region), northwestern Russia. The city lies along the Usolka River, just above the latterās confluence with the Kama. Founded in the early 15th century, it has always been a major salt- and potassium-mining centre. It has a varied chemical industry, including one of Russiaās largest magnesium works. The city is also one of Russiaās largest newsprint producers. Pop. (2006 est.) 99,318.
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