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Why Kazakhstan should be on your list
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If you are looking for somewhere different, raw and endlessly scenic, Kazakhstan should be high on your list. The country is filled with incredible landscapes, futuristic cities and ancient Silk Road landmarks. Places you've probably never even dreamed of. We put together a list of the 15 most beautiful places in Kazakhstan so you can get some inspiration :)
15 Beautiful Places in KazakhstanKazakhstan is vast, wild and beautifully unpredictable. One day you're hiking through dramatic canyons, the next you're wandering past ultra-modern architecture or sleeping in a traditional yurt on the open steppe. Here are a few of the country's most beautiful places in no particular order! 1. Big Almaty LakeSitting above 2500m high, the Big Almaty Lake is a stunning mountain reservoir located just 30 kilometres from Almaty. The lake was formed by tectonic activity and is now a protected area, serving as an important water source. Make sure to visit early in the morning, when the lake is calm, and reflections are clearest. 2. TurkistanTurkistan is one of Kazakhstan’s most historically significant cities and a key spiritual centre of the region. It rose to prominence during the Silk Road era and remains closely tied to Kazakh identity today. The mausoleum you see pictured above was built in the 14th century and attracts pilgrims from all around Central Asia. It is by far one of the most impressive cultural landmarks in the country. 3. AstanaAstana is one of the most visually striking capital cities in the world and a symbol of Kazakhstan’s rapid transformation since independence. Wide boulevards, modern museums and riverfront walkways give the city a spacious, almost surreal atmosphere. Something I bet you didn't expect from this country. Astana is a great place to gain insight into Kazakhstan’s political history and modern ambitions. Check out the rest of the list on The Broke Backpacker and get inspired!
Kazakhstan might still be under the radar when it comes to travel and adventuring, but this is exactly what makes exploring it so special, so rewarding, and so memorable. Travel far. Spend less. Live more. |
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