Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture

The prefecture extends across 269,101 square kilometers of varied terrain, including mountains, grasslands, and valleys between Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia borders.

The region underwent multiple territorial changes from the 6th century through various dynasties until 1954, when it became an official autonomous prefecture.

The population of 4.4 million includes 47 ethnic groups, with Kazakhs, Han Chinese, and Uyghurs forming the largest communities in the region.

Nine international ports connect the prefecture to neighboring countries, with Khorgas serving as a major transportation hub for the Belt and Road Initiative.

The Axi gold deposit and Ashele copper mines in the prefecture represent the largest mineral reserves of their kind in the Xinjiang region.

Location: Xinjiang

Inception: 1954

Capital city: Yining

Website: http://www.xjyl.gov.cn

Address: Ili, Xinjiang, China 833400 Ili

Website: http://xjyl.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 44.44972,84.98583

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27