Taldy-Kurgan oblast

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Taldy-Kurgan oblast, Administrative region in southeastern Kazakhstan

The region extends over 118,500 square kilometers with the Dzungarian Alatau mountains in the east reaching elevations of 4,442 meters.

Taldy-Kurgan oblast operated as an administrative division from March 16, 1944, within the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic until April 22, 1997.

The population includes Kazakh, Russian, Ukrainian, and Korean communities, creating a diverse mix of traditions and languages across the territory.

The territory contains 837 kilometers of railways connected to the Turkestan-Siberian Railroad, enabling transportation and trade throughout the region.

The region encompasses the Alakol lake system and multiple rivers, including Hi, Aksu, Lepsy, and Karatal, flowing into Lake Balkhash.

Inception: March 16, 1944

Capital city: Taldykorgan

GPS coordinates: 45.01667,78.36667

Latest update: April 18, 2025 11:06

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