Kazakhstan

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A grand neoclassical building with a central dome, flanked by symmetrical columns, and surrounded by well-manicured gardens.
A snow-covered mountain range, a turquoise lake, and dense evergreen forests.
A mountain landscape with a turquoise lake and snow-capped peaks.
A cityscape with a Ferris wheel, a prominent tower, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A cityscape at night with illuminated skyscrapers, a prominent tower, and a well-lit roundabout.

Popular cities in Kazakhstan

A mountainous landscape with a dirt path, dense forests, and snow-capped peaks under a partly cloudy sky.
Almaty
Known for Mountains, Cafes and Museums
Almaty awaits: its museums, cafes, mountain views, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Big Almaty Lake
  • Almaty Opera House
  • Almaty Tower
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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a prominent blue dome, and a snow-covered park.
Astana
Known for Cafes, Monuments and Castle
Love cafes, monuments, and aquariums? Get away to Astana!

Reasons to visit

  • Bayterek Tower
  • Khan Shatyr
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A colorful landscape with layered rock formations and sparse vegetation.
Aktau
Known for Bowling, Opera and Ice skating
Experience the opera, ice-skating, and beaches in Aktau!
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A mosque with two minarets and a large dome.
Shymkent
Known for Waterparks, Ice skating and Roller skating
Love water parks, ice skating, and basketball? Get away to Shymkent!
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A lake surrounded by mountains and a rocky island with people kayaking.
Burabay
Known for Natural parks
Escape to Burabay! Enjoy its parks.
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Rugged mountains with snow patches and a cloudy sky.
Karagandy
Known for Natural parks and Monuments
Trip time! Discover the parks and monuments in Karagandy.
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Stay near popular Kazakhstan attractions

A snow-covered mountain range, a turquoise lake, and dense evergreen forests.

Big Almaty Lake

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Almaty Lake during your travels in Almaty. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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