Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan, located in the north of the country, on the banks of the Ishim River.
After gaining independence, Almaty officially became the capital of Kazakhstan, but in the winter of 1997, the capital was moved to the city of Akmola, and on May 6, 1998, the city received a new name Astana. The population of the city is more than 1,300,000 people.
After receiving the status of the capital, the city became one of the most dynamically developing cities in the territory of the former USSR. The population has tripled, the once provincial town has become the center of the business, cultural and political life of the country, lofty buildings and new attractions have begun to appear.
In this blog you will learn what interesting things can be done and seen in the heart of Kazakhstan.
Perhaps one of the most famous and interesting sights is the Astana-Baiterek monument, installed in 2002 on the central square. The height of the tower is 105 meters, with an observation deck at an altitude of 97 meters. In the tower you will find an art gallery, a restaurant and a huge aquarium.
Continuing your sightseeing around Astana, you can visit the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, located next to the Astana-Baiterek monument. This pyramid-shaped building was erected in 2006 for the meetings of the international congress dedicated to world religions and religious tolerance. Today the palace is used for various exhibitions, concerts and conferences.
The next attraction, which is also located near Astana-Baiterek, is the Singing Fountain of Astana. It represents dancing water streams, which changing shape to music with a beautiful, multicolored shade. It is especially beautiful here in the evening and is a favorite place of local residents.
While traveling around the capital, do not forget to visit the Palace of Independence. Here you will find art galleries, cinemas, a historical museum and an electronic library. The building itself, built in the style of modern architecture, will not leave anyone indifferent.
Another favorite place of many travelers is an entertainment complex Duman for the whole family. Here you can visit and shop in various stores, as well as visit the 5D attraction. And if you are looking for an oriental flavor, we advise you to visit the oriental bazaar, which takes place on weekends in Astana and buy national sweets and spices.
And for those who are interested in the history of Kazakhstan and Astana, the doors of the Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan are always open.
