Ust-Koksinsky District

The district extends across 12,960 square kilometers of western Altai Republic, containing 42 rural settlements within nine administrative subdivisions without urban areas.

Founded in 1923 as Uymonsky District, the territory underwent multiple administrative changes, including governance under Oyrot Autonomous Oblast until 1948.

The district maintains a combination of Russian and indigenous traditions, with local communities preserving traditional agricultural methods and seasonal celebrations.

The administrative center Ust-Koksa provides governmental services for 17,020 residents spread across different rural localities with a population density of 1.3 per kilometer.

The territory encompasses both Katunsky State Natural Biosphere Reserve and Belukha Nature Park, supporting ecological preservation efforts in the Altai mountains.

Location: Altai Republic

Inception: 1923

Capital city: Ust-Koksa

Website: http://www.altay-ust-koksa.ru/

Website: http://altay-ust-koksa.ru

GPS coordinates: 50.26972,85.61500

Latest update: March 5, 2025 21:02