High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Azov (Russian: Азов; IPA: ) is a town in Rostov Oblast, Russia, situated on the Don River just 16 kilometers (9.9 mi) from the Sea of Azov, which derives its name from the town. Population: 82,882 (2010 Census); 82,090 (2002 Census); 80,297 (1989 Census).