Tynda

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Tynda (Russian: Ты́нда) is a town in Amur Oblast, Russia, located on the Tynda River (Amur basin). It is an important junction on the BAM railway. With a population of 40,094 (2002 Census) it is the largest town for over 300 miles in any direction. It is served by Tynda Airport. There is a sizable North Korean community in the area. Tyndra has one Sister City:

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• In pictures: Siberian showcase's decline. BBC News (2007-07-27).

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Coordinates: 55°10′N, 124°43′E