Grozny (Russian: Грозный, IPA: [ˈgroznɨj]; Chechen: Соьлжа-ГӀала, romanized: Sölƶa-Ġala) [14] is the capital city of Chechnya, Russia. The city lies on the Sunzha River.

Grozny, city and capital of the republic of Chechnya, Russia. It lies along the Sunzha River at the foot of the Sunzha Range of the Caucasus. Grozny was founded in 1818 as a fortress; the writers Leo …

Grozny (Russian: Гро́зный GROHZ-nyh) is the capital city of Chechnya. Since the end of the Second Chechen War in 2009, Grozny has undergone a renaissance in development, and many abandoned …

Dec 22, 2025 · A hospitable city full of remarkable contrasts. The history of Grozny began in the 19th century with a small fortress. Today, it is a modern city that carefully preserves its traditions. Here, …

The 15 Best things to do in Grozny, Russia. All popular things to do and must see attractions. Photos, map, address and description for each attraction.

Founded in 1818 as a Russian military fortress during the Caucasian War, Grozny (meaning "terrible" or "menacing" in Russian) was strategically positioned to suppress Chechen resistance.

Oct 4, 2025 · Grozny is a strategic stop for backpackers weaving through the Caucasus. It offers a unique blend of affordable hostels and local cuisine that won’t break the bank. The city is walkable, …

Grozny, the capital city of the Chechen Republic in Russia, is a testament to human resilience and the power of reconstruction. Once a symbol of devastation due to the Chechen Wars in the 1990s and …

Jan 13, 2022 · Grozny was originally a Russian fortress/garrison town, whose name in English is roughly translated as "formidable". The city was nearly completely destroyed as a result of the Chechen …

Aug 21, 2020 · Grozny is a city located on both banks of the Sunzha River in the North Caucasus, in the south of European Russia, the capital of the Chechen Republic. According to the Federal State …