Taraz, Zhambyl
Taraz: Located in southern Kazakhstan, near the border with Kyrgyzstan, this ancient city is one of the oldest in the country.
About
Quick Facts about Taraz
| Population | 406,262 |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
| State | Zhambyl (Kazakhstan) |
| Postal code | 080000 |
| Area | 187800000 km2 |
| Official name | Тараз, Аулие-Ата, Жамбыл, Мирзоян, Джамбул |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.9000,71.3667 |
| Altitude | 2,001 feet / 610 meters |
| Capital city | Taraz is capital of Jambyl Region |
| Establishment | January 01, 1720 (306 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC+06:00 |
| Local time | 16:34:40 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Taraz is located at 42°54'0"N 71°22'0"E (42.9000000, 71.3666700).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 263,793 | - | census |
| 1989 | 303,961 | 13.21% | census |
| 1999 | 330,125 | 7.93% | census |
| 2009 | 406,262 | 18.74% | census |
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