Kyzyl

Russia

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Also known as: Belotsarsk, Khem-Beldyr

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Formerly (1914–18):: Belotsarsk or (1918–26) Khem-Beldyr

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Kyzyl, city and capital ofTyva (Tuva) republic, centralRussia. It lies at theconfluence of the Great Yenisey and Little Yenisey rivers where they form the upper Yenisey. Kyzyl’s industries include tanning, timber working, brickworking, andfood processing. The city has an agricultural college and a regional museum. Pop. (2006 est.) 109,129.

This article was most recently revised and updated byAmy Tikkanen.

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