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The Oka is a major river of European Russia, extending for about 1,500 kilometers through the country's central regions before joining the Volga near Nizhny Novgorod. It is the Volga's largest right-bank tributary and was historically associated with the Oka Line, a series of fortified settlements and defensive works used by the Muscovite state against raids from the south.
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Where does the Oka River meet the Volga?
The Oka joins the Volga near Nizhny Novgorod in central European Russia. Their confluence is one of the major geographic features of the city.
How long is the Oka River?
The Oka extends for about 1,500 kilometers. It is the Volga's largest right-bank tributary.
What was the Oka Line?
The Oka Line was a chain of fortifications associated with the historical defense of the Russian state. It used the Oka River and nearby terrain as part of a defensive frontier system.
Which regions does the Oka River cross?
The Oka flows through central parts of European Russia before joining the Volga. Its basin includes areas around cities such as Oryol, Kaluga, and Nizhny Novgorod.
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