Verst
December 3, 2025
A verst is an old Russian unit of distance, about one kilometer long, useful for understanding historical maps, books, and travel records from Russia and Eastern Europe.
A verst is an old Russian unit of distance, about one kilometer long, useful for understanding historical maps, books, and travel records from Russia and Eastern Europe.
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