Berehomet facts for kids
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Berehomet
Берегомет
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Rural settlement
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Saint George's Church
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 Berehomet
Location in Chernivtsi Oblast
Berehomet
Location in Ukraine
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| Country |  Ukraine |
| Oblast | Chernivtsi Oblast |
| Raion | Vyzhnytsia Raion |
| Hromada | Berehomet settlement hromada |
| Town status | 1963 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 19.6 km2 (7.6 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 467 m (1,532 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,514 |
| • Density | 383.4/km2 (992.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
| Postal code |
59233
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| Area code | +380 3730 |
| Website | http://rada.gov.ua/ |
Berehomet (Ukrainian: Берегомет; Romanian: Bеrhomet pe Siret; German: Berhometh) is a rural settlement located in western Ukraine. It is part of the Chernivtsi Oblast region and belongs to the Vyzhnytsia Raion. This settlement is special because it manages the Berehomet settlement hromada, which is a local community area in Ukraine.
Berehomet is situated right on the Siret River. In 2001, about 8,513 people lived there. By 2022, the population was around 7,514. One nearby village, Zarichchia (Заріччя), is also managed by Berehomet.
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A Look at Berehomet's Past
The first time Berehomet was ever mentioned in historical records was way back in 1696. This means it has a long and interesting history!
For many years, starting in 1963, Berehomet was known as an "urban-type settlement." This was a special kind of town status in Ukraine. However, things changed on January 26, 2024. A new law came into effect that removed this status. Now, Berehomet is officially a rural settlement again.
Famous People from Berehomet
Berehomet has been home to several notable individuals who made a mark in history and art.
Important Leaders
- Baron Alexander Wassilko von Serecki (1823-1893): He was an important leader who served as the governor of the Duchy of Bukovina. This duchy was a region that included parts of modern-day Ukraine and Romania. He was also a member of the Herrenhaus, which was like a parliament in Austria.
- Count Georg Wassilko von Serecki (1864-1940): Following in his father's footsteps, he also became the governor of the Duchy of Bukovina. He was also a hereditary member of the Herrenhaus, meaning he inherited his position.
Military and Art Figures
- Antin Kravs (1871-1945): He was a general in the Ukrainian Galician Army. This army fought for Ukrainian independence in the early 20th century.
- Odarka Kyselytsia: She was a talented Ukrainian artist. She was known for her beautiful landscape and portrait paintings. In 1997, she was given the title of Honored Artist of Ukraine, which is a big award for artists.
