Republic of Buryatiya, Russia

Location of republic of Buryatiya on a map

Buryatiya is a republic found in the nation of Russia. Home to 981,238 people, it is the 56th largest division in Russia in terms of population.

Buryatiya gained its current status as a republic in the year 1923. The government of Buryatiya is lead by Vyacheslav Nagovitsynand is based in the republic capital of Ulan-Ude (Population: 360,278).

Buryatiya Republic - Quick Facts

Country Russia
Region Type Republic
ISO Code RU_BU
Time Zone +11
Year of Establishment 1923
Capital Ulan-Ude (Population: 360,278)
Head of Government Vyacheslav Nagovitsyn
Total Population 981,238
Total Area 351,300 sq km (135,638 sq miles)
Population Density 2.8 sq km (7.2 sq miles)