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Nalchik

Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia · Europe

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Nalchik is a city located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia. With a population of 239,300, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Nalchik sits in Russia. It's in the Europe/Moscow time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Nalchik to your route.

About Nalchik

Nalchik (Russian: Нальчик, IPA: [ˈnalʲtɕɪk]; Kabardian: НалщӀэч, romanized: Nalṣ̂ăčʼ [naːɮɕʼakʲ]; Karachay-Balkar: Нальчик or Налчыкъ, romanized: Nalçik or Nalçıq [naltʃɯk]) is the capital city of Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia, situated at an altitude of 550 meters (1,800 ft) in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains;

Read more about 100 kilometers (62 mi) northwest of Beslan (Beslan is in the Republic of North Ossetia–Alania). It covers an area of 131 square kilometers (51 sq mi). Population: 247,054 (2021 census); 240,203 (2010 census); 274,974 (2002 census); 234,547 (1989 Soviet census).

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Nalchik is located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia, Europe. The coordinates are 43.4981 latitude, 43.6189 longitude.

What is the population of Nalchik?

Nalchik has a population of approximately 239,300 people, making it a city in Russia.

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Quick Information

Population
239,300
Continent
Europe
Country
Russia
Region
Kabardino-Balkariya Republic
Timezone
Europe/Moscow
Coordinates
43.4981, 43.6189

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