Bukhar-Zhyrau District

Bukhar-Zhyrau District is an administrative area in Karaganda Region located in central Kazakhstan. The district encompasses varied landscapes including mountains, lakes, and steppes, with Botakara serving as the main administrative hub.

The area was established in 1938 as Voroshilovsky District and renamed Ulyanovsk District in 1961. In 1997, it acquired its present name through a territorial reorganization.

The district bears the name of Bukhar Zhyrau, a Kazakh poet and bard whose literary contributions shaped regional storytelling traditions. Visitors can see how this heritage influences the way locals speak about their land and history.

Botakara is where visitors will find government offices and administrative services for the district. Exploring the main center helps you understand how the region is organized and get oriented to local services.

In 1997, the district underwent a territorial merger that combined previously separate administrative areas into one. This reorganization brought together diverse landscapes and communities under a single governance structure.

Location: Karaganda Region

Inception: 1938

Capital city: Μποτακάρα

Website: http://bukhar-zhirau.kz

GPS coordinates: 49.95583,73.71694

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:52