Zhambyls
Zhambyls is a term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily associated with the Kazakh poet Zhambyl Zhabayev. The most common understanding relates to the Zhambyl Region, a province in southern Kazakhstan. This region is named in honor of the celebrated 19th and 20th-century akyn (poet-improviser). The capital of the Zhambyl Region is Taraz, a city with a rich historical background. The region itself is known for its agricultural output, particularly grain and livestock, and also possesses significant mineral resources.
Another primary association with "Zhambyls" is the poet Zhambyl Zhabayev himself. Born in 1846 and living until
The legacy of Zhambyl Zhabayev is further cemented by institutions and places named in his honor. Beyond