Pribalkhash State Nature Sanctuary

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Pribalkhash State Nature Sanctuary, Nature sanctuary in Balkhash District, Kazakhstan.

The reserve encompasses two primary sections, including the Pribalkhashsky site and Ile River Delta, covering 415,164 hectares of diverse ecosystems.

The sanctuary gained official status in 2018 through Government Decree No. 381, marking a national commitment to preserve natural resources in the Balkhash region.

Local communities near the sanctuary participate in educational programs focused on environmental protection and traditional land management practices of Kazakhstan.

Visitors can access designated areas within the sanctuary through guided tours that follow specific routes designed to minimize impact on protected zones.

The reserve contains the last remaining intact river delta system in Central Asia, providing essential habitats for numerous water birds and rare mammals.

Location: Balkhash District

Inception: 1957

GPS coordinates: 45.22000,74.83000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:40

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