Historical Space Locations: Vostochny Cosmodrome

Description: Vostochny Cosmodrome, Russia's newest civilian spaceport in the Amur region of the Far East, was built to reduce dependence on foreign sites and features modern pads for Angara and Soyuz rockets, with integrated rail and highway access.

It incorporates advanced automation and environmental monitoring to mitigate impacts on the taiga forest.

As a symbol of post-Soviet revival, it hosts growing commercial launches and plans for crewed missions, marking a shift toward sustainable space infrastructure.

Key Historical Significance: Reduces reliance on Baikonur; first launch in 2016.