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The Top 20 Attractions in Kazakhstan

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Kazakhstan. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Kazakhstan is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Palace of the Republic

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The Palace of the Republic (Almaty) is one of the most interesting and functional architectural structures in the southern capital of Kazakhstan. The building, built in the Soviet period, today …

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Ascension Cathedral

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The Ascension Cathedral or Zenkov Cathedral is one of the most important monuments of the Orthodox Faith in Kazakhstan. The doors of the Ascension Cathedral opened for the first time …

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Khan Shatyr

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Khan Shatyr (literally - "Khan's tent") - a transparent tent in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, the largest entertainment and shopping center in Central Asia. It is described as "the …

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Kok Tobe Recreation Park

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In the summer of 2005, the expansion of the streets and the reconstruction of the Kok Tobe park began. The access roads were paved and work was carried out to …

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Bäjterek

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Bäjterek (Kaz. Бәйтерек, literally poplar) - monument and lookout tower in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan. The construction was completed in 2002. It symbolizes the new status of the city …

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Lower Kolsai Lake

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Here you can start your trip. There is a parking there and superb view for the lake. Unfortunately we didn't have a good weather

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Polyana Terra Meadow

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Great place to rest and enjoy nature! There are tree trunks to sit on and water from the stream!

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Alma-Arasan Hot Springs

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There you can bathe in the hot springs for free. You don't have to walk very far from the parking lot

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Kok-Zhailau Plateau

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You can go to rhis route by bus no. 12 in Almaty. You have to exit the bus at the „Ak bulak“ stop.

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Green Bazaar (Kök Bazar)

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The bazaar is huge and the farmers' market in particular is very colorful and great to look at

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Charyn Canyon River Valley

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Lower part of Charyn Canyon. Lots of space to sit and relax. Then you can walk back or take a canyon taxi.

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