About Dolgoprudny
Dolgoprudny is a modern science city located north of Moscow in the Moscow Region. Bordering the Russian capital, it offers excellent transport accessibility and is recognized as one of the region's leading scientific and educational centers. The city covers an area of 30.52 km² and has a population of more than 125,000 residents.
The city's name originates from the Dolgoprudnaya railway station, which was named after the historic Long Pond located on the grounds of the former Vinogradovo Estate.
Dolgoprudny was founded in 1931 around the Soviet Union's largest airship construction facility. The settlement was originally known as Dirizhablestroy, where some of the country's largest airships were built. In 1938, after the airship program ended, the settlement was renamed Dolgoprudny.
The construction of the Moscow Canal and the Klyazma Reservoir played an important role in the city's development. Scientific institutions were later established here, including the Central Aerological Observatory. In 1951, the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT), now one of Russia's leading technical universities, was founded in the city.
Dolgoprudny officially became a city in 1957. Today it is a rapidly developing science city known for its innovative industries, world-class education, modern infrastructure, and comfortable urban environment.
