KoshAgach

Kosh-Agach is a rural locality in the Altai Republic, Russia. It is the administrative center of the Kosh-Agachsky District, located in the southeastern part of the republic. The settlement lies on the Chuya River, near the border with Mongolia. Kosh-Agach is situated in the Chuya Steppe, a high-altitude plain known for its semi-arid climate and unique flora and fauna.

The area has a long history of settlement, with evidence of ancient cultures in the vicinity. The modern settlement developed as a trading post and administrative center. Kosh-Agach is a predominantly ethnic Altai settlement, with the Altai people forming the majority of the population. The local economy is largely based on traditional pastoralism, including cattle, sheep, and horse breeding. Some residents are also involved in small-scale trade and government services.

The location of Kosh-Agach makes it a key point for transportation and cross-border interaction between Russia and Mongolia. The Chuya Highway, a major federal road, passes through the settlement, connecting it to other parts of Siberia and Central Asia. The climate in Kosh-Agach is characterized by extreme temperature variations between summer and winter, with very cold winters and relatively warm summers. The surrounding landscape is marked by mountains, steppe, and alpine meadows.