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Shymbulak Resort
Discover Shymbulak Mountain Resort Kazakhstan Shymbulak Mountain Resort Kazakhstan, nestled in the Tian Shan mountains just 25 km from Almaty, is Central Asia’s premier ski destination. My trip to Shymbulak Mountain Resort Kazakhstan was a thrill—gliding down snowy slopes,…
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Ustyurt Plateau
the wild beauty Why the Ustyurt Plateau The Ustyurt Plateau Kazakhstan is one of the country’s most striking and least explored natural wonders. Stretching between the Caspian and Aral Seas, this vast desert region features dramatic cliffs, salt pans,…
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Tamgaly-Tas
Kazakhstan’s Open-Air Buddhist Shrine Why Tamgaly-Tas Captured My Heart Nestled 120 kilometers north of Almaty along the Ili River, Tamgaly-Tas petroglyphs are a cultural gem protected by Kazakhstan’s government. I was fascinated by its ancient petroglyphs—over a thousand carvings…
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Altai Mountains
Through Kazakhstan’s Wild East Why the Altai Mountains Captivated Me The Altai Mountains in Kazakhstan stretch across Kazakhstan, Russia, Mongolia, and China, but the Kazakh part feels like my own secret discovery. I was drawn here by the promise…
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Baikonur Cosmodrome
to infinity and beyond Why Baikonur Is Worth Your Visit Baikonur isn’t just a launch site—it’s where Russia’s space dreams take flight, leased long-term from Kazakhstan. Feeling the raw power of a rocket launch is a once-in-a-lifetime thrill. Beyond…
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Bayanaul National Park
Kazakhstan’s Hidden Paradise Trip to Bayanaul National Park, a stunning natural haven 100 km from Ekibastuz in Pavlodar Region, was a refreshing escape! Established in 1985 as Kazakhstan’s first national park, its 68,000 hectares of forests, steppes, and lakes…
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Shymkent
Kazakhstan’s Ancient Gem My trip to Shymkent, Kazakhstan’s second-largest city and a historic hub along the Great Silk Road, was a journey through time and nature! Once a bustling trade center, it’s now a thriving industrial and cultural hotspot,…
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Lake Balkhash
Adventure in Kazakhstan’s Crescent Jewel My journey to Lake Balkhash, a stunning crescent-shaped oasis in the mountainous steppe of Kazakhstan, was a highlight of my travels! Nestled 400 km east of Almaty, this natural wonder offers pristine beaches, thrilling…
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Karaganda
Green Heart of Kazakhstan My trip to Karaganda, the lush “capital of miners” in central Kazakhstan, was a delightful surprise! Despite rare rainfall and a 80°C temperature swing, the city thrives with greenery, thanks to its warm-hearted Kazakh residents…
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Katon-Karagay National Park
My Journey to East Kazakhstan My trip to Katon-Karagay, a picturesque village at the foot of Mount Sarymsakty in East Kazakhstan, was a dive into nature’s masterpiece! Nestled within the Katon-Karagay National Park and Markakol Reserve, this area blends…