Area
140,000 sq km (territory of Omsk Region)
Location
The city lies in the southwest of Siberian Federal District, on the Irtysh River.
Geographic coordinates
55 00 N, 73 22 E
Population
approx 1,143,000 (2005 est.)
Foundation
1716
Climate
The climate is dry and relatively temperate, but marked by violent snow-storms and sand-storms.
UTC/GMT Offset
UTC/GMT + 6 hours
Area code
3812
Major attractions
Nikolsky Cathedral, The Palace of the Governor-General, Former Military School.
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