Karakol, Issyk-Kul
Karakol: city in Kyrgyzstan
About
Quick Facts about Karakol
| Population | 70,400 |
| Country | Kyrgyzstan |
| State | Issyk-Kul (Kyrgyzstan) |
| Postal code | 722360 |
| Area | 48.05 km2 |
| Official name | Пржевальск, Пржевальск |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.4907,78.3936 |
| Altitude | 5,545 feet / 1690 meters |
| Capital city | Karakol is capital of Q4377576, Q4213915, Issyk-Kul Region, Q21129636 |
| Establishment | July 01, 1869 (156 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Asia/Bishkek |
| Local time | 07:50:32 (13th May 2026) |
Geography
Karakol is located at 42°29'26"N 78°23'37"E (42.4906800, 78.3936200).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | 8,107 | - | census |
| 1939 | 21,193 | 61.75% | census |
| 1959 | 32,565 | 34.92% | census |
| 1970 | 42,262 | 22.94% | census |
| 1979 | 50,830 | 16.86% | census |
| 1989 | 61,521 | 17.38% | census |
| 1999 | 64,322 | 4.35% | census |
| 2009 | 63,377 | -1.49% | census |
| 2017 | 70,400 | 9.98% | census |
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