Bukpa Hill
Hill located in northern Kazakhstan / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other uses, see Bukpa (disambiguation).
Bukpa (Kazakh: Buqpa; [bʊqpɑ]) is a hill that rises in the north-western area of Kokshetau, the capital of Akmola Region in the northern part of Kazakhstan. It is open to the public and provides excellent panoramic views of the city and beyond, including Mount Kokshe, is relatively easy to climb, and is popular for hillwalking. Bukpa is one of the main landmarks in the city, and have attracted visitors and tourists for many years. The Kokshetau Sign is located on its northeastern slope.[2] The name “Bukpa” literally means "to hide" in the Kazakh language. Bukpa Hill was the location of the St George's Church (1847–75).
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Bukpa Buqpa | |
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Location of the Bukpa Hill in Kazakhstan | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 363 m (1,191 ft) |
Coordinates | 53°16′19″N 69°19′50″E |
Naming | |
Native name | Buqpa (Kazakh) |
English translation | "To Hide" [1] |
Geography | |
Location | Kokshetau, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan |
Parent range | Kokshetau Hills, Kazakh Uplands (Saryarka) |
Geology | |
Mountain type | Hill |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Easy hillwalking on well-defined paths from Abai Street or Auelbekov Street |
Access | Kokshetau |
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