Shu, Jambyl

Schu ( Шұ Kazakh, Russian Чу / Chu ) is a city in southern Kazakhstan.

Geographical Location

The city is located on the eponymous river training 265 km northeast of the regional capital Taras area Zhambyl.

Population

Schu has 42 486 inhabitants (2009 ).

History

The municipal rights were granted in 1960.

Economy and infrastructure

The city lies on the turkestanisch - Siberian railway line and is an important point because here the Turksib with the route to Karaganda is connected. The railway maintenance operation is the main employer in the town.