Charyn River

Charyn River near Charyn Canyon

The Charyn River (Kazakh: Шарын) is a river in the Almaty Province of Kazakhstan. It flows into the Ili River, which is considered to be the largest artery of Lake Balkhash. The Charyn River is 427 km long. It runs through the territory of Kegen and Uigur regions, forming up the Charyn Canyon.

The Moinak Hydro Power Plant is under development on the river.

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Coordinates: 43°55′52″N 79°25′39″E / 43.93111°N 79.42750°E / 43.93111; 79.42750