Konka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast)

In today's world, Konka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) is a constantly talked about topic that affects people of all ages and in all parts of the world. Its impact does not go unnoticed and its relevance is undeniable in various aspects of daily life. Both on a personal and professional level, Konka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) has generated debate, has been the subject of study and has aroused the interest of numerous experts. Throughout history, Konka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) has evolved and adapted to social, political and technological changes, significantly influencing the way we face the challenges of the present and the future. In this article, we will explore in depth the impact of Konka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) and analyze its influence in different contexts, with the aim of better understanding its importance and the implications it has for today's society.

Not to be confused with Konka (Kherson Oblast).
Konka
Map
Location
CountryUkraine
Physical characteristics
Source 
 • locationAzov Upland
 • coordinates47°19′48″N 36°26′46″E / 47.33000°N 36.44611°E / 47.33000; 36.44611
MouthDnieper
 • coordinates
47°38′20″N 35°15′50″E / 47.6388°N 35.2640°E / 47.6388; 35.2640
Length146 km (91 mi)
Basin size2,580 km2 (1,000 sq mi)
Basin features
ProgressionDnieper→ Dnieper–Bug estuary→ Black Sea

The Konka, also known as the Kinka, Kinska, or Kinski Vody[a] is a left tributary of the Dnieper, flowing through Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Ukraine. It is 146 km (91 mi) long, and has a drainage basin of 2,580 km2 (1,000 sq mi). It originates in the Azov Upland and flows into the Kakhovka Reservoir on the Dnieper. The cities of Polohy and Orikhiv are located on the river.[1]

The name is a calque of the Crimean Tatar name of the river Yilki Su, which means "water of wild horses".[2]

History

A residence of the Mongol military leader Mamai also used to be located at the mouth of the river.[2] In the 18th century it served as a border between the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire.[3]

In June 2023, during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Kakhovka Dam was blown up, causing the Konka's water level to drop rapidly.[4]

Notes

  1. ^ Ukrainian: Конка, Кінка, Кінська, Кінські Води; Crimean Tatar: Yilki Su

References

  1. ^ "Конка". Great Soviet Encyclopedia.
  2. ^ a b Ryzhkov, Vadim (28 January 2017). "Мамаева земля. Древняя Украина и татаро-монгольская Великая Степь" [The Mamai's land. Ancient Ukraine and the Tatar-Mongolian Great Steppe]. Argument.ua (in Russian).
  3. ^ Knyazkov, Yurii. "КІНСЬКА, КІНСЬКІ ВОДИ, КІНКА, КОНКА" [Kinska, Kinski Vody, Kinka, Konka]. Encyclopedia of History of Ukraine.
  4. ^ ""Неможливо дивитися на це без сліз",— жителі Запоріжжя про стан річки Дніпро після підриву Каховської ГЕС. Фоторепортаж". Suspilne.
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