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East-Kazakhstan region

East Kazakhstan - is the territory that connects South Siberia and the Altai with Semirechye and Central Asia. Due to the geographical position, it played an important role in the historical development of the tribes and peoples of Western Asia at all times.

Archaeological excavations show that the region was inhabited since ancient times. This is evidenced by the traces of ancient mining developments, irrigation canals, and the ruins of numerous structures preserved in the Altai, in the Zaisan hollow, on the slopes of the Saur and Tarbagatai ranges.

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Bukhtarma Reservoir

East-Kazakhstan region

Bukhtarma Reservoir is located in the East Kazakhstan region, in the middle of the Altai Mountains. It was formed in the first half of the sixties of the last century Bukhtarma HPP on the Irtysh. The dimensions of the reservoir are truly impressive: 5500 km2, the volume of 53 km3, the length of more than 500 km, the largest width of 35 km, the average depth of 9.6 m. Because of such impressive dimensions Bukhtarma water reservoir is called the sea, which really corresponds to the truth. Fancy cliffs, picturesque landscapes, sandy beaches and thoughtful tranquil bays create an unforgettable coastal panorama and a wonderful environment for a holiday.