Gomel
City in Belarus
Gomel is a city in southeastern Belarus. On the Sozh River, the 18th–19th-century Gomel Palace is now a museum displaying paintings, decorative arts and weaponry. The palace sits in the lush surroundings of Park Ensemble, along with the...
Population: 526,872 (2015)
Area: 53.97 mi²
Postal code: 246xx, 247xxx
Area code: +375 232(2)
Elevation: 138 m (453 ft)
First mentioned: 1142
Region: Gomel Region
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