The Karaganda Basin in Kazakhstan is famous for its abundant coal reserves and is known as one of the largest coal basins in the world. The basin spans approximately 53,000 square kilometers (20,500 square miles) and is located in the central region of Kazakhstan. It contains numerous coal deposits of varying thicknesses and qualities. The coal found in the Karaganda Basin is categorized as bituminous coal and is primarily used for power generation, industrial purposes, and heating.