2,300 sq km (the territory of the Krasnoyarsky krai).

Location:

Located in the East Siberian region of Russia, on the Yenisey River.

Geographic
coordinates:

56 05 N, 92 46 E

Population:

approx 917,000 (2005 est.)

Foundation:

1628

Climate:

Krasnoyarsk is situated in the continental climate zone, with long cold winters and short hot summers.

UTC/GMT Offset:

UTC/GMT + 7 hours

Area code:

3912

Major attractions:

Stolby National Park, Regional Museum.