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Kabardino-Balkaria
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Kabardino-Balkaria
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This autonomous republic still faces relative insecurity, though it is less affected by Chechen and other conflicts. Largely mountainous, it is home to Europe’s highest peak, Mount Elbrus, at 5,642 m.
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This autonomous republic still faces relative insecurity, though it is less affected by Chechen and other conflicts. Largely mountainous, it is home to Europe’s highest peak, Mount Elbrus, at 5,642 m.
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- Type of place: territorial subdivision.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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- Capital: Nalchik.
- Population: 865,828 inhabitants (2018).
- Area: 12,470 km².
- Highest point: Mount Elbrus (5,642 m).
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- Coastline: No maritime access.
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