Karaganda, also known as Qaraghandy or Karagandy, is the capital of Karaganda Region in the Republic of Kazakhstan. It is the fifth most populous city in Kazakhstan, behind Almaty (Alma-Ata), Astana, Shymkent and Aktobe. Population: 497,777 ; 459,778 ; 436,864. Karaganda is approximately 230 km (140 mi) south-east of Kazakhstan's capital Astana.
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Saint Joseph Cathedral
Karaganda Region, also spelled Qaraghandy Region, is a region of Kazakhstan. Its capital is Karaganda.
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