Quick facts about Sochi
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Area
76,0 sq km
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Location
Sochi is a big resort area stretching for 145 km along the Black Sea coast, in the shadow of the Caucasus Mountains.
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Geographic coordinates
43 50 N, 39 40 E
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Population
approx 329,000 (2005 est.)
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Foundation
1898
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Climate
The average air temperature in summer is +26,5°C, the average water temperature is +24,5°C. During Sochi «winter» the average air temperature is +9°-10°C.
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UTC/GMT Offset
UTC/GMT + 3 hours
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Area code
8622
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Major attractions
Dendrarium, Bolshoi Theater, Artistic museum of Sochi