Qyzylorda, Kyzylorda, Kzyl-orda

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"south-central Kazakstan, on the Syr Darya (river). Originally founded in the early 19th century as the Kokand fort of Ak-Mechet, it was renamed Perovsk after its capture by the Russians in 1853. After the Russian Revolution of 1917 the name of Ak-Mechet was restored, but in 1925 the city was renamed Kzyl-Orda, when it became the capital of the Kazakh A.S.S.R., a status that it lost to Alma-Ata (now Almaty) in 1929. There are some food and other light industries, as well as a Kazak theatre and a teacher-training institute." From the Encyclopaedia Britannica [external link].

"The city in south-central Kazakstan, on the Syr Darya river. Originally founded in the early 19th century as the Kokand fort of Ak-Mechet, it was renamed Perovsk after its capture by the Russians in 1853. After the Russian Revolution of 1917 the name of Ak-Mechet was restored, but in 1925 the city was renamed Kzyl-Orda, when it became the capital of the Kazakh A.S.S.R., a status that it lost to Almaty in 1929. There are some food and other light industries, as well as a Kazakh theatre and a teacher-training institute." Previously on the Gateway to Kazakhstan.

Kyzylorda-Arvada [external link], Colorado sister cities project.

Kazakhs Traditions [external link] in Kyzylorda.

MultiMap [external link].

Kzylorda Map with Kazakh nationality (click on map to see a larger image, shows location of Kazakhs) used with permission from World Map [external link].

Kljuev [external link] fotos. In German.

Kyzl Orda [external link] on the KazakInfo site.

Rick in Kazakhstan [external link] has a few pictures.

Jeff [external link], a Peace Corp volunteer in Karabulak (Kluchi) and Kyzylorda in 2002-4. He relates his stay in a series of e-mails. Very interesting perspective on living in Kazakhstan.

World66 Travelguide [external link] description and photos.

Ktown [external link] in Russian. History, photo gallery, a little tourist information.

Falling Rain [external link] has maps and current weather conditions (temperature, cloud cover and precipitation).

One Steppe at a Time: Two Years in Kazakhstan [external link] started with the Peace Corp in the fall of 2007.

Official site of the Kyzylorda region [external link] is in Kazakh, Russian and English. Maps, photogallery, tourist information, culture; not all of it shows up on the English version. 11/08 site gone.

Kyzylorda City [external link] is in Russian and Kazakh. Nothing in these topics yet: history, transportation, culture, tourism, sport, etc. Photogallery works. 11/08 site gone.

Kyzylorda Forum Gallery [external link]: I didn't look at every picture, so I can't guarantee that there isn't anything offensive, but what I saw were pictures of people and places.

Kyzylorda kalasi!!! [external link] YouTube video with pictures from the town.

\Akimat of the Kyzylorda oblast [external link] is in Kazakh, Russian and English. Nothing on the English version.

Hotels

  • If you have stayed at any hotel in Kyzylorda, please take the time to fill out a Hotel Survey [form link] to give your fellow travelers feedback on your visit.
  • Check the Hotels and Travel Agents listings for sites that may have more information and pricing.
  • Mirage: "October 2005, $40/1 person, shower, hairdryer, mini bar, air conditioned, heat, phones, TV, restaurant, bar, lounge, recreational facilities, accepts credit cards, walking distance to shopping, Satellite TV - Several channels including BBC World, Euronews, RTL (German) mainly Russian and Kazakh channels, Briz Restaurant/ Bar offers good range of food. Hairdresser, taxi rank, ATM, department store, several restaurants nearby."
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