Obninsk is a town of 110,000 located 60 miles southwest of Moscow on the Protva river. Oak Ridge and Obninsk became sister cities in 1992. The first nuclear power station in Russia and the world was built in Obninsk in the 1950's. Like Oak Ridge, Obninsk has a rich scientific heritage. There are many scientific and other educational institutes in Obninsk. The Institute for Physics and Power Engineering, like Oak Ridge National Labs, is known world wide for it contributions to the nuclear industry.

Our sister city relationship continues to grow in many areas. Get to know our Russian friends. Learn about Russian culture and customs and the Russian language. Correspond with people with similar interests. Be an international citizen!

• Obninsk History
• City of Obninsk Home Page
• Obninsk Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• City Information (IPPE Site)
• Non-Governmental Clubs and Civic Organizations
• Obninsk Gymnasium
• Obninsk Free School
• Eureka - Children's International
  Scientific Organization
• Bemby - Children's Environmental Team
• Pavel Luksha's Home Page

Russia on the Net
A directory of Russia-related sites. 3022 sites total as of 09/09/97

Little Russia in San Antonio, TX
This beautifully designed site includes a part on Russian art and literature, a large collection of Russian music, a newsstand, and more. Try it!

Friends and Partners
One of the oldest and most venerable sites devoted to Russia, jointly developed by citizens of US and Russia covering a list of topics too long to mention. Great place to start your Russian journey!

Russia on the Web
A project of The Transnational Institute, a network of Russian, American and West European organizations which have been sponsoring East-West exchange programs since 1981. Good reference source on Russian history, philosophy, religion,education, economy, politics and law.

Bucknell Russian Studies Department
This site designed for students of Bucknell University is another good place to learn more about Russian language, history, art, and culture.