Lysychansk
Cradle of Donbas, industrial center
Lysychansk is the administrative center of the Lysychansk urban hromada in the Sievierodonetsk Raion of Luhansk Oblast, located on the right bank of the Siverskyi Donets River. The city's area is 95.64 km², and its population as of January 2022 was 93,340 people, making it one of the oldest cities in eastern Ukraine.
The history of Lysychansk dates back to 1710, when the city was founded, later becoming known as the cradle of Donbas. In 1795, the first coal mine was opened here, marking the beginning of industrial coal mining, and by the end of the 19th century, the city became an important center for the chemical and glass industries.
1710
The city was founded, becoming one of the oldest in Eastern Ukraine
1795
The first coal mine in Eastern Ukraine was opened, initiating a long history of coal mining
1799
Coking of coal began, for the first time in the territory of the then Russian Empire, contributing to the development of metallurgy
1879
A railway line was laid to the city, contributing to further industrial development
1892
A soda plant was launched, becoming the largest enterprise in the industry in the region
1938
Lysychansk was classified as a city, indicating its growing importance
1952
The city received the status of regional subordination, emphasizing its importance in the region
1972
The first trolleybus line appeared in the city, improving public transport
2014
The city's infrastructure was fully restored after hostilities
2019
The cultural and educational festival "From Country to Ukraine" took place, contributing to cultural life
