Aral, also known as Aralsk or Aral'sk, (Kazakh: Арал, Russian: Аральск) is a small city in south-western Kazakhstan, located in the oblast (region) of Kyzylorda. It serves as the administrative center of Aral District. Aral was formerly a fishing port and harbour city on the banks of the Aral Sea, and was a major supplier of fish to the neighboring region. Population: 29,987 (2009 Census results);30,347 (1999 Census results).