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Kyzylorda, formerly known as Kzyl-Orda (, 1925-1991), Ak-Mechet (Russian: Ак-Мечеть, until 1853 and 1922-1925), Perovsk (Russian: Перовск, 1867-1925) and Fort Perovsky (Russian: Форт Перовский, 1853-1867), is a city in Kazakhstan, capital of Kyzylorda Province. The city has a population of 157,400 (1999 census). The Syr Darya river passes through the city. |