This is the 5341st most frequent German word.
baikonur
"Baikonur" is not a German word; it refers to a city and a spaceport in Kazakhstan.
In this sentence, 'Baikonur' refers to the city in Kazakhstan where the famous cosmodrome is located.
Baikonur ist bekannt für seinen Weltraumbahnhof.
Baikonur is known for its spaceport.
Here, 'Baikonur' is used again in the geographical sense, indicating the location from which the rocket is launched.
Die Rakete startete heute von Baikonur.
The rocket launched from Baikonur today.
This usage of 'Baikonur' reflects its historical aspect and geo-political significance.