Where is Shymkent?
Shymkent is a city in Shymkent, Kazakhstan. Its population is about 1.2M inhabitants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shymkent located?
Shymkent is a city in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, located at 42.3099°N, 69.6004°E.
Which country is Shymkent in?
Shymkent is in Kazakhstan.
What is the population of Shymkent?
The population of Shymkent is approximately 1.2M inhabitants.
What region is Shymkent in?
Shymkent is located in the Shymkent region of Kazakhstan.
How far is Shymkent from Astana?
Shymkent is approximately 996 km from Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.
What time zone is Shymkent in?
Shymkent is in the Asia/Almaty time zone.
What are the coordinates of Shymkent?
The geographic coordinates of Shymkent are 42.3099°N, 69.6004°E.
What cities are near Shymkent?
Cities near Shymkent include: Tashkent.
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