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.