Parks and recreation in Kazakhstan

Parks and Recreation Areas

This collection highlights the diverse recreational landscape of Kazakhstan, ranging from the rugged Altai mountains to the shores of Lake Balkhash. It features traditional winter camps (zimovka) used for seasonal mountain stays, numerous Soviet-era children's health camps (DOL), and specialized radon hot springs. Visitors will find urban commemorative parks, high-altitude camping spots, and lakeside resorts offering family-oriented boarding houses. Notable natural landmarks include an ancient 700-year-old willow tree and therapeutic mineral springs.

Parks and Recreation Areas — Map

A

Zimovka beket

Remote winter camp site located in the mountainous terrain of eastern Kazakhstan.

B

Zimovka kosbarmak

Seasonal winter settlement area used for rural camping and livestock management.

C

Zimovka karasoky

High-altitude winter camp site situated within the Altai mountains region.

D

Zimovka uzynzal

Remote seasonal camping location in the rugged landscape of East Kazakhstan.

E

Zimovka terisbulak

Traditional winter camp site positioned near seasonal mountain streams.

F

Zimovka kubentau

High-altitude winter settlement used for seasonal mountain camping.

G

Babyland

Children's amusement park featuring various rides and outdoor play areas.

H

Attrakcion Cepocka

Amusement ride located within a local community recreation area.

I

Park Nezavisimosti

Urban green space featuring historical monuments and walking paths.

J

Kemping "Mecta"

Established camping facility located near the banks of the Ural River.

K

Kemping "Mecta"

Campsite offering outdoor recreation facilities and river access.

L

Mesto dla piknika

Designated outdoor area equipped for public picnicking and day use.

M

Picnik park

Lakeside resort area providing outdoor leisure facilities and lodging.

N

DOL Orlenok

Seasonal children's health and educational camp facility.

O

Zimovka mukamzar

Remote winter camp site located in the eastern mountain regions.

P

Zimovka karasu

Seasonal winter settlement located near the Karasu water source.

Q

700 Year Old Willow

Ancient tree and natural landmark located in the Altyn-Emel National Park region.

R

Zatahana

Basic accommodation or dormitory-style camp site for travelers.

S

Radony

Natural thermal springs known for their mineral-rich radon waters.

T

Bazy otdyha

Collection of recreation centers providing basic lodging and outdoor access.

U

Turbaza Mecta

Tourist base offering organized outdoor activities and seasonal lodging.

V

Sportkompleks

Multi-purpose athletic facility for local community sports and training.

W

Baza otdyha

Recreational facility providing seasonal lodging and outdoor space.

X

Unyj Geolog

Children's summer camp with a focus on geology and outdoor education.

Y

Ametist

Seasonal recreational camp site for youth and families.

Z

Sputnik

Traditional children's health camp and holiday retreat.

Parallel

Outdoor camping and recreation facility for seasonal use.

Druzba

Soviet-era children's camp providing summer recreation and sports.

Stroitel

Recreational base often used for corporate retreats or group events.

DOL Cajka

Children's health camp located near water bodies for summer activities.

Radonovyj istocnik

Natural hot spring resort utilizing mineralized radon water for therapeutic baths.

Park pobedy

Public commemorative park dedicated to historical military victory.

Zimovka sarytaktaj

High-altitude winter camp site located in the Altai region.

KSK

Sports center featuring specialized courts for volleyball and team athletics.

Imeni Bulkysyva

Urban park named in honor of the writer Baubek Bulkyshev.

Zona otdyha BS

Lakeside resort on Lake Balkhash offering beach access and lodging.

Zona otdyha Andromeda

Recreational facility located on the northern shores of Lake Balkhash.

Semejnyj pansionat "Doszan"

24-hour family-oriented boarding house and resort at Lake Balkhash.

Koktem

Seasonal resort area providing recreational access to the lakefront.

Zona otdyha

Basic recreation area for camping and outdoor leisure activities.

Letnij lager Zylysaj

Summer youth camp providing outdoor education and sports programs.

Letnij lager Zylysaj

Summer recreational facility for children and organized youth groups.

Detskij lager otdyha

Organized children's summer camp facility with outdoor amenities.

Klub

Local sports center and community gathering point for indoor athletics.

Polana 2

Numbered forest clearing used for camping and group gatherings.

Polana 3

Designated outdoor clearing for seasonal recreational activities.

Polana 4

Open forest space used for seasonal camping and hiking.

Polana 1

Primary clearing in a series of designated forest camping spots.

Letnik kazahstan

Summer settlement or seasonal camp site for outdoor recreation.

Zimovka sarybulak

Remote winter camp site located near the Sarybulak stream.

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