
The Askiz District was founded in
1924. Its territory is over 7,500 sq
kms, its population exceeds 43,000,000.
There are 58 villages and settlements in the District, its centre being
the village of Askiz, which was established in
1771.
The Askiz District has a special place in
the history of Khakasia. The many
archaeological monuments found here date from different historical
periods. There is a great concentration
of ancient burial mounds, monuments, cave paintings, the remains old mines, canals,
etc.
The nature of the District is unique, it’s
climatic and vegetation zones are diverse, there are high mountains with snow
covered peaks, caves, vast forests, steppes, picturesque lakes and abundant
mineral deposits. The District has a
continental climate with a cold winter and short summer.
From 2002 the main industry of the district was
the mining and processing of non-ferrous metals.
1st in Budget and Non-commercial Organisations
The Regional Social Rehibilation Center for Young Offenders
Sponsors of Askiz in Bloom
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