Kursk is the administrative, industrial, cultural and scientific center of Kursk region.
The city is located on the Central Russian Upland, where the Seym River meets its tributary, the Tuskar River, its altitude above sea level is 200-250 m.
Kursk is one of Russia’s cultural and religious centers. The city features powerful industrial capacities, science and education centers. Kursk is a transport hub in Central Russia. Kursk region is part of Russia’s Central federal district.
