Ostropol
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Ostropol, also known as Staryj Ostropil (Staryy Ostropol), is a small town on the Sluc River about 100 miles from the Southern Bug River, in the Ukraine. It is located at Latitude 49N, Longitude 27E and is situated at an altitude of 225 metres (839 Ft). The town of Lyubar is eleven and a half miles from Ostropol.
History
Ostropol was an important Jewish center in the 17th century.
Current status
There are two cemeteries, one across the steet from the other. Both are in terrible condition.
External links
- MAPS OF UKRAINE (http://www.personal.ceu.hu/students/97/Roman_Zakharii/maps.htm) Click "Map covering area around Krasyliv and Starokostyantyniv".