Karasay District, Administrative district in Almaty Region, Kazakhstan
Karasay District is an administrative area in the Almaty Region comprising towns, villages, and farmland across a broad expanse. The territory includes several residential settlements and is centered around Kaskelen as its main urban hub.
The district was established in 1929 as part of a larger administrative region. Administrative boundaries underwent reorganization in 1933, creating the current territorial framework.
The population of Karasay District increased from 154,602 residents in 1999 to 280,939 in 2013, reflecting regional demographic changes.
Kaskelen, the district's main center, maintains transport links to nearby cities in the region. Visitors can use local transport to reach different settlements and explore the rural areas.
Located at coordinates 43.1994°N 76.6215°E, the district operates in the UTC+6 timezone and encompasses multiple residential settlements.
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