Roslavay

Roslavay is a term that can refer to a few different things, most notably a town and a river in Russia. Roslavay, the town, is located in the Smolensk Oblast of Russia. It is a historical settlement with a recorded past stretching back centuries. The town is situated in the western part of the oblast, near the Belarusian border. Its economy is based on a mix of industry and agriculture.

The Roslavay River is a tributary of the Desna River, which itself is a part of the Dnieper River basin. The Roslavay River flows through the Smolensk Oblast and is a notable geographical feature of the region. Its course is characterized by the typical landscape of the Smolensk Upland. The river's name is likely derived from the town of the same name, as is common for rivers in the area. Both the town and the river play a role in the regional identity and history of the Smolensk Oblast. Information regarding the etymology of the name "Roslavay" is debated, with various theories proposed by historians and linguists.