Taldyqorğan

Taldyqorğan sits along the Karatal River at the western edge of the Dzungarian Alatau mountain range, roughly 600 meters above sea level. The city spreads along the river valley, blending modern districts with older residential blocks arranged between wide streets and tree-lined avenues.

The village of Gavrilovka was founded in 1868 and remained a small agricultural settlement until the mid-20th century. Construction of a Turk-Sib Railway branch in 1949 brought new industry and growth, eventually transforming the settlement into a regional center.

The population comprises multiple ethnic groups, with Kazakhs representing 65 percent and Russians 25 percent of the total inhabitants.

Three public parks offer green spaces and recreation areas for residents and visitors across different neighborhoods. Educational facilities including industrial, agricultural, and medical colleges are located throughout the city and shape the urban landscape in several districts.

The name combines Taldy, referring to a particular tree species found in the region, and Qorğan, meaning burial mound in Kazakh. This naming pattern reflects the way many settlements in Central Asia link natural landmarks with archaeological features in their titles.

Location: Taldyqorghan Qalasy

Inception: 1868

Elevation above the sea: 600 m

Website: http://taldykorgan.gov.kz

GPS coordinates: 45.01641,78.37918

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:40