Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan · Asia
900,000
Population
Asia
Continent
Bishkek
Timezone
KG
Country Code
Bishkek, formerly known as Pishpek (until 1926), and then Frunze (1926–1991), is the capital and largest urban city of Kyrgyzstan. The city is also the capital of the Chüy Region. It is situated near the border with Kazakhstan and has a population of around 1,200,000 people as of 2024. The Khanate of Kokand established the fortress of Pishpek in 1825 to control local caravan routes and to collect tribute from Kyrgyz tribes. On 4 September 1860, with the approval of the Kyrgyz, Russian forces led...
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42.8700°, 74.5900°
Region/State
Bishkek
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Country
Kyrgyzstan
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Bishkek
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