Almaty Region

Region · 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Population 1,503,588

Area 222,544 km²

Time zone Asia/Almaty

Official website www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl

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Almaty Region: Unmissable Highlights

The Almaty Region encompasses diverse ecosystems, ranging from the high-altitude peaks of the Trans-Ili Alatau and Khan Tengri to the semi-desert shores of Lake Balkhash. It features the UNESCO-listed Tamgaly petroglyphs, which date back to the Bronze Age, and the 19th-century Zharkent Mosque, built in a unique Chinese pagoda style. Natural highlights include the turquoise waters of Lake Issyk, the saline Alaköl lake, and Burkhan-Bulak, the tallest waterfall in Kazakhstan, located in the Jongar Alatau mountains.

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Mountains and Lakes

This collection features the diverse hydrology and topography of southeastern Kazakhstan, ranging from the massive, semi-freshwater Lake Balkhash to the high-altitude peaks of the Tian Shan range. Highlights include Khan Tengri, a 7,010-meter marble pyramid on the tripoint border, and Burkhan-Bulak, the country's tallest waterfall. The list also covers the Trans-Ili Alatau ridge and numerous glaciers like Korzenevskogo, which feed the region's essential river systems and reservoirs like Qapşağay.

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Nature and Outdoor Escapes

This collection spans the diverse terrain of the Almaty region, from the dramatic sedimentary formations of Charyn Canyon to the high-altitude Talgar mountain passes. It highlights essential resources for remote travel, including traditional steppe wells like Keresty and Omar, alongside challenging whitewater sections of the Koksu River such as the Dragon's Teeth and Fierce Harry rapids. The list also identifies strategic viewpoints and campsites for navigating the area's canyons and river valleys.

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Notable Religious Sites

This collection highlights the diverse religious architecture and spiritual heritage across the Almaty region. It features a range of Islamic, Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant sites, from the Kozha Akhmet Yassaui mosque to the Roman Catholic Parish in Konayev. The list also includes traditional Muslim cemeteries and community houses of prayer, reflecting the multi-confessional history of southeastern Kazakhstan. These sites offer insight into the local traditions and the coexistence of various faiths in the region.

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Historical and Memorial Sites

This collection spans centuries of history in Kazakhstan's Almaty region, from the medieval Silk Road ruins of Karamergen and the Bronze Age petroglyphs of Eshkiolmes to contemporary memorials. It features monuments dedicated to legendary Kazakh figures like Chokan Valikhanov and Kabanbay Batyr, alongside significant archaeological sites like the Enbekshi fortification. The list also includes sacred natural landmarks and the historic site of the 1643 Battle of Orbulak, providing a comprehensive overview of the area's cultural and military heritage.

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