Makhachkala

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Makhachkala?Western coast of the Caspian Sea, Republic of Dagestan, Russia
2. How many people live in Makhachkala?623,254 (city proper, 2021 est.)
3. What language do people speak in Makhachkala?Russian is the official language; numerous indigenous Dagestani languages are widely spoken
4. When was Makhachkala built?Modern city established 1844 as Petrovskoye; renamed Makhachkala 1921
5. What is Makhachkala known for?Major Caspian Sea port, diverse ethnic composition, rapid urban development
6. What is the urban agglomeration population?Approximately 1 million (2021 est.)

Geostrategic Position: A location's importance based on its geography for political and military strategy.
Urban Agglomeration: The contiguous built-up area of a city, including suburbs and surrounding towns.
Indigenous Ethnic Groups: The original inhabitants of a particular region or country.
Maritime Trade: The transport of goods by sea, involving ships and ports.