Kyzylorda region is located in the Southern part of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It borders with Aktobe region in the North, Turkistan region in the East, the Republic of Karakalpakstan of Uzbekistan in the West, Ulytau region in the Northeast, and Navoi region of Uzbekistan in the South. The Northeastern half of the Aral Sea is located in the Kyzylorda region. The main river, passing through the region is the Syr Darya. Major cities of the region: Kyzylorda and Baikonur.