The city of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is divided into two parts (Upper City and Lower City), eight districts, which are in turn subdivided into micro-districts, and municipal settlements.
Upper City - historical and cultural part. Located on the right hilly bank of the Oka River. It is divided into three districts.
Lower City - an industrial and commercial area. Located on the left lowland bank of the Oka River. It is divided into five districts.