Krychaw or Krichev (, ; , , ) is a city in Mogilev Region, Belarus. Krychaw is the administrative center of Krychaw District. As of 2009, its population was 27,202. It is located on the Sozh River. Krychaw was first mentioned in 1136. The Soviet Air Force Krichev Air Base was located east of Krychaw during the Cold War. References External links Kryčaŭ - travel guide - photos and attractions at Radzima.org History of Krychaw in old photographs at Krichev.gov.by Cities in Belarus Populated places in Mogilev Region Krychaw District Radimichs Cherikovsky Uyezd