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Largest Cities in Buryatiya Republic

Top 28 cities ranked by largest cities

Largest Cities — Buryatiya Republic

1 Ulan-Ude 360,278
3 Gusinoozyorsk 24,083
4 Kyakhta 18,431
5 Selenginsk 13,187
6 Zakamensk 12,250
7 Onokhoy 10,478
8 Taksimo 10,359
9 Zarechnyy 9,806
10 Bichura 9,559
11 Khorinsk 7,986
12 Petropavlovka 7,582
13 Ust’-Barguzin 7,195
14 Ivolginsk 7,109
15 Kizhinga 6,459
16 Kamensk 6,308
17 Turuntayevo 6,260
18 Kabansk 6,257
19 Barguzin 6,052
20 Sokol 5,928
21 Kurumkan 5,848
23 Zaigrayevo 5,512
24 Mukhorshibir’ 5,500
25 Nizhneangarsk 5,493
26 Kyren 5,334
27 Vydrino 5,300
28 Rechka-Vydrino 5,211

The largest cities in Buryatiya Republic represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Ulan-Ude leads with a population of 360,278, followed by Severobaykal’sk and Gusinoozyorsk. These cities serve as hubs for employment, education, and innovation, attracting residents from across the country and around the world.

Population size is a key indicator of a city's economic influence and infrastructure capacity. Larger cities typically offer more diverse job markets, extensive public transit systems, and a wider range of cultural amenities. 11 dominates the top 10 with 10 cities on the list, reflecting the state's strong economic pull and quality of life.

While large populations bring economic advantages, they also present challenges including higher costs of living, traffic congestion, and housing affordability concerns. Many of these cities have experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by job opportunities in technology, healthcare, and professional services.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Ulan-Ude's population is larger than that of many small nations.
  • 2. 11 has 10 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
  • 3. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 441,779.

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