THE COUNTRY
Kazakhstan, a land of vast steppes and towering mountains, is a country where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern aspirations. Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, it stretches from the Caspian Sea in the west to the Altai Mountains in the east, a vast expanse rich in natural resources and cultural heritage. Its capital, Astana, now Nur-Sultan, rises like a futuristic oasis, a testament to Kazakhstan's vision for the future.
Yet in the bustling markets of Almaty, the smell of spices and the sound of traditional dombra music evoke a time when the Silk Road flourished. Nomadic history is etched into every corner, from the intricate patterns of yurt carpets to the epic tales of warriors and poets. As the world's largest landlocked country, Kazakhstan's story is one of resilience and transformation, an enduring epic that continues to unfold in the heart of Eurasia.
- Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve;
- Ruins of Sauran;
- Taraz (Talas);
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi;
- Petroglyphs of Tamgaly
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalNur-Sultan
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Time ZoneUTC +6
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Telephone Code7
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Total Area2 724 900 Km2
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Population19 543 464 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesKazakh, trilingual (Kazakh, Russian, English)
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CurrencyTenge (KZT)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 26100
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Airports96
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Heliports3
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Continental, cold winters and hot summers, arid and semiarid
Kazakh (Qazaq) 68%, Russian 19.3%, Uzbek 3.2%, Ukrainian 1.5%, Uighur 1.5%, Tatar 1.1%, German 1%, other 4.4% (2019 est.)
Flowers, quality alcohol, or chocolates are good choices for gifts if invited into a household.
Beshbarmak — horse or lamb meat with flat noodles and onion sauce
Oil and gas giant, with growing international investment; domestic economy hit hard by COVID-19 disruptions; reforming civil society and improving business confidence; legacy state controls and Russian influence inhibit growth and autonomy
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Kazakhstan
