Irkutsky District

Irkutsky District is a municipal division in southern Irkutsk Oblast that encompasses several urban settlements alongside numerous rural communities. The area forms a significant portion of the broader regional administration surrounding Irkutsk city.

The district was established as an administrative unit in 1926 and later benefited from improved transportation connections. These developments contributed to economic expansion across the region.

The district maintains numerous educational facilities and research centers, fostering intellectual development while preserving traditional Siberian customs through local community activities.

The district operates in the UTC+8 time zone with connections to major transportation routes through its administrative center. Visitors can access various settlements throughout the area with reasonable ease.

Despite being separate from Irkutsk city administratively, the district surrounds this regional capital, creating an unusual governance structure where the center operates independently.

Location: Irkutsk Oblast

Inception: 1926

Capital city: Irkutsk

Website: http://irkraion.ru

GPS coordinates: 52.28333,104.30000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48