Each huge metropolis and small village has its own unique history of the name. Some localities were named after famous people who contributed to the development of the area. Others have received a name associated with the picturesque nature of the region. But there are the most long names places in the world that you won’t be able to pronounce the first time.

Russian record holders

In Russia, there are several settlements with long names. These are mainly villages and towns located in the northern part of the territory. Russian Federation. The longest city name in Russia is Alexandrovsk-Sakhalinsky, located on Sakhalin Island. This city has the most letters in the name, but at the same time its population is extremely small (does not exceed ten thousand people).

Initially, there was a military post in its place. Later, the city became a place of exile for dangerous criminals. Until 1926, the city with the longest name was called Alexander Post (it was named after one of the Russian emperors). After the city was appointed the administrative center Sakhalin region, so it was renamed Aleksandrovsk-Sakhalinsky. In this name, the original name of the settlement was also preserved, and an indication of its location was added.

Longest city name in England

Llanfair Pullwyngyll is known throughout the world. Many locals love to argue with visiting tourists about the fact that travelers will not be able to clearly and correctly pronounce its name in its entirety at once due to the specifics of the local language. Llanwire Pullwyngyll is located in Wells, UK. The one who manages to pronounce the longest name of the city without hesitation can be safely accepted as an announcer on television.

But this area also has an unofficial, longer name - Llanfairpullguingillgogerihuirndrobulllantisiliogogogoh. The name itself can be translated from Welsh (indigenous local residents) as "The Church of the Holy Mary in the vicinity of the mighty hazel near the great whirlpool and the Church of the Holy Tisilio near the bloody cave." Also, this place is famous for the fact that the sign on the only railway station is the most famous and visited place in the country.

The longest city name in the world

Bangkok is considered the record holder for the number of letters in its name (the city is even noted in the Guinness Book of Records). And immediately, such a version may seem implausible, because the word "Bangkok" has only seven letters. But this is only an abbreviated version, which is adopted for ease of pronunciation. The longest city name is Krun Thep Mahanakhon Amon Ratanakosin Mahintarayathaya Mahadlok Phop Noparat Rachatani Burirom Udomratchanive Mahasatan Amon Piman Avata Sati Sakathattiyya Witsanukam Prasit.

And it can be translated from the local language like this: “The city of heavenly angels, the majestic city, the settlement is an eternal diamond, the indestructible settlement of the majestic god Indra, great capital all over the world, which was bestowed with nine beautiful precious stones, the happiest city, full of all kinds of blessings, the unique Royal Palace, which is a divine cradle, where the reborn almighty god sits, the city received by people from the great Indra and erected by the inviolable Vishnukarn. But it is difficult to accurately interpret the meaning of the words in the name of this capital, since many words are outdated, and on this moment not used by modern Thais.

Los Angeles

Immediately behind these record holders is another city that everyone is used to calling a shorter name. It is located in the United States of America and is better known as Los Angeles. Although the longest city name is pronounced: El Pueblo De Nustra Señora La Reina De Los Angeles De la Porcincula.

This means "The Village of the Immaculate Virgin Mary, Queen heavenly angels, on the Porjunkula River. This name was originally given small village, but in 1820 the area grew, becoming a small town in the state of California. At the same time, the city is the largest in terms of population in the state and the second in the country.

Santa Fe

Following Los Angeles is another American city - Santa Fe. As in previous cases, this is just the usual abbreviated name. The true name is pronounced like this: Willa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis. The settlement is located in the state of New Mexico. Its unusual name can be translated as follows: "The Royal City of the Sacred Faith of St. Francis of Assisi." Previously, there were several villages in its place. After several unsuccessful attempts to conquer these lands, a fairly large provincial town is located here.

History in city names

The history of various cities is quite interesting, but their unusual, intriguing names are even more interesting. Such facts easily attract inquisitive tourists from all over the world. Of course, despite the fact that the craving for travel appeared a long time ago, such names were not given in order to attract someone. They were given in honor of the holy martyrs, famous personalities, royalty and other famous people and characters.

But the fact remains, they have survived to this day, and now many are trying to get to know these cities more deeply, to understand why such a name was given. This is quite a fascinating and amazing process that anyone can join.

Scattered around the world are a wide variety of interesting places, which amaze with their beauty and remain in the heart for a long time, and some of them are also famous for their name, as they can easily pass for a tongue twister. Some of them include only one word, many consist of many, the most important thing is that such a name is very difficult to pronounce the first time. Here is a list of the longest and most difficult of them to pronounce, let's try to pronounce them out loud together.

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In this country, there is a city whose name has 168 letters and is one of the longest (or maybe the longest) names in the world. This is the ceremonial name of the capital of Thailand - Bangkok: Krun Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayutthaya Mahadilok Phop Nopparat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchanivet Mahasatan Aman Piman Avatan Satit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit. Unfortunately, not everyone can pronounce it, so its shortened variation is used at airports, which sounds like Krung Thep. All these words have a certain meaning that characterize this place as the city of angels, great city, a precious city, the impregnable city of God Indra, the great capital of the world, endowed with nine precious stones, a happy city, teeming with a royal palace that resembles a divine abode where the incarnation of god reigns, a city worshiping Indra, built by Vishnukarn. Oh, well, the name, agree! You can break your tongue! By the way, since you are already in Thailand, it’s a sin not to visit Bangkok - one of.

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So, in front of you are 85 letters combined into one word: Thaumatavhakataprikimaungahoronukupokaivhenuakitanatahu. This name proclaims one place in New Zealand as "the place where Tamatea, a man with big knees, slid and climbed, devouring the mountains around, which are known as the lands of cannibals, and also played the flute to be loved. This name is listed in the Book of Records as the longest word-name in the world. By the way, you have nothing to fear in this country, because New Zealand is included in .

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This word can be called downright modest, compared with the previous one. It has "only" 58 letters, the very same place is located on the island of Anglesey in Wales. In fact, the authenticity of such a name has not been proven, Llanwirepullgwingillgogerihuirndrobulllantisiliogogogoh. It is believed that at first the name had about 20 letters, and one tailor decided to deceive everyone and in the 19th century added another 38 letters on top. Hoax or not, anyway, this place is famous for its name, which is quite logical and understandable.

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Pekwachanamaikoskwaskwaipingwanik is the name of a lake in Canada, and the longest of any official word in the country. In translation, this means a lake in which trout are caught on a hook.

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Meallan Liath Koire Mhik Dhubhghail- it is one of the most the most beautiful places in Scotland, which also has the longest in this country. This is very big mountain with many peaks, lakes and kars (glaciers in the highlands). A lot of people go there on an excursion, which, of course, teases and attracts everyone who is passionate about this type of entertainment. And don't forget to visit one of.

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A lake with a very "simple" name Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg You can easily meet in Webster, Massachusetts. It is supposed to be one of the longest official titles in the United States of America. Its name translates as "everyone fishes from his side, and no one claims to be in the middle." It is the second largest fresh body of water in the state and is also known as Webster Lake.

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Next on our list is the name of the farm in South Africa which says like TweebaffelsmetinyCutmorsdudgeskitfontein. This is the longest name in the Afrikaans language - state language this place. And the very same "name" means "spring, when two buffaloes are killed with one shot."

Perhaps someone has been to these places? Or do you just live near the places I have listed or something similar that is not on my list? I would be very interested to know new facts about the longest titles in the world!

2.08.2019 at 17:43 · VeraSchegoleva · 1 050

Top 10 longest city names in the world

There are a lot of settlements in the world, and they all have names. Their history is very interesting. Many towns, villages and villages are named after their founders. Often they are formed on behalf of a nearby river, or are dedicated to some key features of the area in which it is being built. locality.

The variety of names is amazing: beautiful, dissonant, complex and even offensive. This article will focus on the names of settlements, which not everyone can pronounce, but they can completely replace tongue twisters and other exercises for the development of speech.

10. Petrovsk-Zabaikalsky (Russia)

Russian city, located near the border with Buryatia. Date of foundation - 1789, until 1926 the city was called Petrovsky village. So ordered to call him Catherine II.

An iron foundry and an ironworks were built in the village. Mostly convicts and exiles lived here. Not only the Russian Decembrists were serving their sentences, but also the Italians, the French, participating in the uprisings.

1926 was a very significant year for the village, it was given the status of a city. Given a new name "Petrovsk", added definition "Zabaikalsky", because the city with that name existed in the Saratov region.

Now Petrovsk-Zabaykalsky- not Big city OK, in terms of population, it occupies 749th place out of 1113 cities in the country (at the beginning of 2018).

9. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (Russia)

Administrative center Kamchatka Territory. It is here that the base of the Pacific Fleet of Russia is located.

Enough Old city, it was founded in 1697. The Cossacks chose a place to store the tax, which they collected from the people in kind, and built a prison here.

43 years have passed, an expedition was sent here. The goal was set for the researchers - to map the area and understand whether large sea ​​vessels. The ships on which the researchers arrived were named after Saints Peter and Paul, on the basis of which Vitus Bering decided to name the new settlement Peter and Paul prison.

October 6, 1740, when the ships of the expedition sailed, was recognized as the official date of the city's birthday. Under Paul I, Kamchatka became a military outpost. In 1924, the new government ordered to give the port a new name. The city was named Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

8. Furstenfeldbruck (Germany)

The district center in Bavaria is located on the Amper River. In 1263, the men's Fürstennfeld was founded here.

The history of the city began in 1935, then it was officially recognized and given such original name. Derivatives of the name are two words "Fürstenfeld" "Bruck", literally can be translated as "bridge over the prince's fields".

Currently Furstenfeldbruck is a modern developed city. The number of inhabitants is small, only 35 thousand. Despite this, the infrastructure is developed and, importantly, there are enterprises that produce products from various industries.

7. Truth or Consequences (USA)

Sierra County seat. It was founded in 1884 when it was called hot springs, which means "Hot Springs". A well-deserved name, there were 40 thermal springs on the territory of Hot Springs.

In 1950, it was renamed in honor of the popular broadcast. As a result of the advertising move, the city began to be called also as Truth or Consequences (Truth or Consequences).

And now the townspeople are celebrating the date of the renaming, this is a celebration in honor of the host of the show, Ralph Edwards. The city is small, about 7 thousand inhabitants live here, but it is a real water-climatic paradise.

6. Freixo de Espada à Cinta (Portugal)

settlement, center municipality district of Braganza. This is very old settlement, founded in 1152. Wine region of Portugal. It is not surprising that in the spring it looks like a fairy tale. Many flowering trees are pleasing to the eye, and their aroma is dizzying.

Freixo de Espada a Cinta translates as " ash surrounded by a sword". There are several versions explaining the origin of the name. According to one, the city was founded by the Portuguese king. He decided to rest under an ash tree and hung his sword on the tree.

5. Llanwire Pullgwingill (England)

This town is located in Wales, Llanfair Pullwingill is the official name. Quite long, translated into Russian means " Church of St. Mary, located in the thickets of white hazel».

Little is known about this settlement, it became famous thanks to unusual name. In 1860, an unknown man came up with the original name to increase the influx of tourists.

Llan-fair-pwll-gwyn-gyll-go-ge-rych-wyrn-dro-bwll-llan-ty-si-lio-go-go-goch– this is how the new name of the village sounds. Yes, this is all about the same church, only now its location is specified by a few more signs ( near the whirlpool and the Tisilio church, which is located next to the red cave).

The most popular attraction in Wales is the nameplate.

4. Alexandrovsk-Sakhalinsky (Russia)

The history of the name of the city is no different from other names of Russian settlements. The military post was founded during the reign of Alexander II in 1869. It was named after him - Alexander Post.

This place was used to serve the sentence of criminals - convicts. The prisoners worked in logging and coal works.

In 1926, the government changed, and the city received a new name. Aleksandrovsk-Sakhalinsky, an adjective was added that specifies its location.

3. Santa Fe (USA)

The city is located in the state of New Mexico, is its administrative center. Santa Fe translates as " Holy Faith”, but this is only part of the name, because the full name is quite difficult to pronounce.

La Villa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis – royal city Saints: Francis of Assisi and Faith.

near the city rich story. The first mention of settlements date back to the 11th century BC. e. The locality was called Ogapogi, several times the Spaniards tried to seize these lands, but they did not succeed. Subsequently, the city of Santa Fe was founded on the site of ancient settlements.

2. Los Angeles (USA)

It turns out that the usual Los Angeles also has a clever name. It is located in the USA.

In 1781 a small village called El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Angeles sobre El Río Porciúncula, translated from Spanish " Village of the Queen of the Angels of the Virgin Mary on the Porjunkula River". In 1850 the village became a city.

Nowadays, everyone knows about the existence of Los Angeles. It is the largest city in California. Now they call it Los Angeles, and locals sometimes even abbreviate the name to two letters. LA.

1. Bangkok (Thailand)

The name of Thailand is listed in . It consists of two dozen words (more than 168 letters). The locals use the name Krung Thep.

The city was founded in 1782, it received the name Bang Kok, which means " wild plum village". In 1767 the capital of Thailand was destroyed by enemies. It was decided to move it to the part where the village was located.

The official name of the city (in Russian transcription): Krun Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahintarayutthaya Mahadilok Phop Nopparat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchanivet Mahasatan Amon Piman Avatan Satit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit. Half of the meaning of the words from this name is lost. All these are various epithets and laudatory words in honor of Bangkok ( the capital of the world, a city filled with abundance etc.).

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In the world there are a great many long, strange, sometimes even incomprehensible names of villages and cities, rivers and lakes, mountains and plains, and simply names. All these names are generated by the human mind and imagination, the limits of which, as you know, do not exist. As an example of a flight of fantasy and imagination, consider the names of some cities in the world and Russia.

In the world

On the east coast Chao Phray River, near its mouth, is one of largest cities Thailand with five million people. It is the capital of Thailand, the city of Bangkok. However, the real name of this city sounds a little different - Krung Tep, or the City of Angels.

This name of the city, in terms of its length, is not impressive. The thing is that we use a more concise and easy-to-pronounce name. The historical name of Bangkok is quite different. In the native language, it consists of 30 words and in translation it sounds something like this: “The City of Angels, impregnable and the greatest, which is the residence of the emerald Buddha, the greatest of the capitals of the world, blessed with 9 century-old stones, decorated with majestic royal palaces, beautiful as a heavenly place, which is ruled by the confidant of God, a city bestowed by Indra and rebuilt by Wissanukam.

Once upon a time, Bangkok was called the Venice of the East. This name was given to the city by ancient travelers who visited it about two hundred years ago. The name was not chosen by chance, the city at that time stood on the coast of the river, literally in the water. Soon King Ram V ordered to dig channels for drainage. This is how the "water" streets appeared, making it look like Venice.

In the 19th century, these canals were covered with earth and turned into roads. The motive for such changes was the fashion for self-propelled carriages, which dominated Europe at that time. The fashion was adopted by the Thai kings, who had the opportunity to visit this country and see, and then adopt, a fashionable innovation.

To this day, only a few blocks have survived from the Venice of the East, most of which are inhabited by the poor, living literally in shacks. Many of the shacks are extensions to other houses and do not even have their own postal address. However, here you can still see mansions surrounded by lush gardens, in which the descendants of noble people still live to this day. The streets of the quarter are represented by canals, as they were many years ago. They still serve as water supply and even sewage to this day. This ancient part of Bangkok is now a historical and cultural value and is included in the tourist routes.

Modern Bangkok is a successfully developing city with a population of about 9 million people. Every year at two major airports Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang, thousands of tourists come to see its sights. Bangkok is growing and developing rapidly, turning into a modern metropolis, but it manages to preserve the traditional Asian culture. The city is rich in museums, ancient and newly erected Buddha temples.

In Russia

Russia is also rich in cities with long names. Moreover, in our country there are long city names consisting of the same number of letters and even words, so it is almost impossible to choose a record holder for the length of the city name. It would be more appropriate to compare the length of the names not of cities or villages, but of settlements.

The record long name belongs to a small village located in the Zaraisky district of the Moscow region. This is about Central estate of the state farm named after the 40th anniversary of the Great October Revolution. The settlement is part of the Mashonovsky rural settlement. Now it is home to about 1,000 people.

It appeared in 1933 and was the Central Estate of a state farm engaged in breeding pigs. At that time it was called Kaganovich, but in 1957 it was renamed. Nowadays, the village has high school, House of Culture, Kindergarten, a post office, a library and an outpatient clinic, but the pig farm no longer exists there.

The longest name of the settlement consists of 27 characters and belongs to the village of Kremenchug-Konstantinovskoe. The village is located in Kabardino-Balkaria. Founded in 1885 by the so-called settlers, originally from the Kremenchug province. They went to the Caucasus, in search of better conditions for life. In the town of Kabarda, from a local prince by the name of Inalov, they rented land, on which they subsequently settled. New settlers settled in separate farms, giving each a name derived from the name of the place from which they arrived. These names were fixed and still exist, now as the names of the districts of the village.

The modern name, Kremenchug-Konstantinovskoe, appeared after the farms were merged into a single settlement. The name of the farm of the first settlers - Kremenchug and the name of the founder's settler - Konstantin, was taken as the basis for its name. Local residents have an unofficial short name for the village, Krem-Konstantinovka, or even shorter - Kremka.

There are two more villages in Russia with record long names. These are Verkhnenovokutlumbetyevo, which is in the Orenburg region, and Starokozmodemyanovskoye, located in the Tambov region. There are exactly 23 letters in the names of these villages and there is no hyphen.