Akkystau, also known as Aqqystau,[1] (Kazakh: Аккыстау, Akkystau, اككىستاۋ) is a town in Atyrau Region, southwest Kazakhstan. It lies at an altitude of 8 m (26 ft) below sea level.[1]
Akkystau
Аккыстау اككىستاۋ | |
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Akkystau | |
| Coordinates: 47°13′25″N 51°00′22″E | |
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| Region | Atyrau |
| Elevation | −8 m (−26 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (West Kazakhstan Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+5 (West Kazakhstan Time) |
Atyrau Region | ||
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Capital: Atyrau | ||
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