Republic of Crimea Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Republic of Crimea Респу́блика Крым Республіка Крим Къырым Джумхуриети Qırım Cumhuriyeti

Status	Unrecognized by any state
Capital	Simferopol
Spoken languages	Russian Ukrainian Crimean Tatar
Government	Republic

• Prime Minister of Crimea	Sergey Aksyonov

Legislature	State Council
Independence from Ukraine

• Proclaimed	March 11, 2014
• Established	Depends on the outcome of the referendum
• Recognized	None

Area
• Total	27,000 km² (10,000 sq mi)
Currency	Ukrainian hryvnia Russian ruble
Time zone	UTC+2 (EET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+3 (EEST)

The Republic of Crimea (in Crimean Tatar: Къырым Джумхуриети, Qırım Cumhuriyeti) is a region located on the Crimean Peninsula. This peninsula is a piece of land surrounded by water on three sides. It sits in the Black Sea.

Crimea is found southeast of Ukraine and west of southern Russia. Its main city and capital is Simferopol. In 2014, the parliament of Crimea declared itself independent. This happened after a series of events in Ukraine. After declaring independence, Crimea joined Russia. However, many countries around the world do not agree with this. They still consider Crimea part of Ukraine. This means Crimea is a territory with limited recognition.

Where is Crimea Located?
- What is the Capital City?
People and Languages in Crimea
- What Languages are Spoken?
Government and History
- How Did Crimea Become a Republic?
- Who Leads the Government?
Economy and Daily Life
- What Currency is Used?
- What is Life Like in Crimea?
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Where is Crimea Located?

The Crimean Peninsula is a special piece of land. It reaches out into the Black Sea. To its north, it connects to the mainland of Ukraine. This connection is a narrow strip of land. To the east, it is very close to Russia. A bridge now connects Crimea to Russia.

What is the Capital City?

The capital city of the Republic of Crimea is Simferopol. It is a central city on the peninsula. Many important government buildings are located there. Simferopol is also a hub for transportation. It has an airport and train stations.

People and Languages in Crimea

Crimea is home to many different people. They have various backgrounds and cultures. This mix makes Crimea a unique place.

What Languages are Spoken?

Several languages are spoken in Crimea. The most common language is Russian. Many people use it every day. Ukrainian is also spoken, especially by those with ties to Ukraine. The Crimean Tatar language is important too. It is spoken by the native people of the peninsula. These three languages are officially recognized.

Government and History

The Republic of Crimea has its own government. It operates as a Republic. This means citizens elect their leaders.

How Did Crimea Become a Republic?

In March 2014, the parliament of Crimea made a big decision. They declared independence from Ukraine. This happened after a period of political change in Ukraine. Soon after, Crimea held a vote. The people voted to join Russia. On March 18, 2014, Crimea officially became part of Russia. However, many countries do not recognize this change. They still see Crimea as part of Ukraine. This situation is known as a "disputed territory."

Who Leads the Government?

The main leader of Crimea is called the Prime Minister of Crimea. As of March 2014, Sergey Aksyonov was the Prime Minister. The main law-making body is the State Council. This council makes laws for the region.

Economy and Daily Life

Crimea has a diverse economy. It relies on different activities to support its people.

What Currency is Used?

When Crimea was part of Ukraine, the Ukrainian hryvnia was used. After joining Russia, the Russian ruble became the main currency. Both currencies were used for a while during the transition. Now, the Russian ruble is the standard.

What is Life Like in Crimea?

Life in Crimea involves a mix of cultures. The region is known for its beautiful nature. Many people visit Crimea for its beaches and mountains. Tourism is an important part of the economy. Agriculture is also significant. Farmers grow fruits, vegetables, and grapes. The region is also known for its wine production.

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Prime Minister of the Crimean Regional Government Solomon Krym, 1919
The "Big Three" at the Yalta Conference in Crimea: Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Joseph Stalin.
Dmitry Medvedev and Crimean PM Aksyonov meeting with students in Simferopol, 31 March 2014
Simferopol, Crimea, 9 May 2019, the celebration of the Victory Day
Interior of the Church of the Resurrection of Christ in Yalta.
Commercial Medical Clinic in the Republic of Crimea
Tourists in Crimea in June 2015
The 70 m radio telescope of the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory is a part of the Soviet Deep Space Network
Lokomotiv Republican Sports Complex in Simferopol.
Vladimir Putin meeting with representatives of the Crimean Tatars, 16 May 2014
Life expectancy in the Republic of Crimea
Life expectancy with calculated differences
Life expectancy in the Republic of Crimea in comparison with Crimea on average and neighboring regions of the country
Life expectancy in the Republic of Crimea in comparison with Crimea on average (in detail)