Kazakhstan

Pays · Europe et Asie

Population 20 139 914

Superficie 2 698 788 km²

Fuseau horaire Asia/Almaty, Asia/Aqtobe, Asia/Qyzylorda, Asia/Qostanay, Asia/Aqtau

Site officiel www.gov.kz

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Kazakhstan's Absolute Must-Sees

Kazakhstan features a diverse array of landmarks, from the futuristic Bayterek tower in the capital to the 19th-century Zharkent Mosque, designed by a Chinese architect. The country’s ancient history is preserved at the Tamgaly petroglyph site and the 10th-century Mazar Kozy Korpes i Baan sulu. Natural highlights include the 7,010-meter peak of Khan Tengri in the Tian Shan range and Lake Balkhash, one of the largest lakes in Asia, known for its unique divided salinity.

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Asia's Natural Wonders

This selection highlights the diverse geography of Kazakhstan, featuring the unique semi-freshwater Lake Balkhash and the 7,010-meter Khan Tengri peak in the Tian Shan range. The list includes the salt-rich Lake Inder and significant waterfalls like Kairak and Kokkol. These sites represent varied ecosystems, from arid steppes and saline basins to the alpine glaciers and high-altitude peaks of the Altai and Trans-Ili Alatau mountains.

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Viewpoints and Scenic Spots

This collection spans Kazakhstan’s vast geography, featuring architectural landmarks like the 105-meter Bayterek tower and ancient funerary structures like the 10th-century Mazar Kozy Korpes. It includes significant archaeological sites such as the Tagisken necropolis and the Sak korgany burial mounds, alongside the remains of 19th-century fortifications like the Novo-Alexandrovskoe fort. These locations provide insight into the region's transition from nomadic Saka culture to the Soviet era and modern statehood.

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Cultural and Religious Heritage Sites

Explore Kazakhstan's spiritual landscape through this collection of mosques, mausoleums, and sacred burial sites. The list features significant architectural landmarks, from the ancient underground mosque of Shopan-Ata in Mangystau to the 12th-century Arystan-Bab mausoleum near Otrar. These sites represent the country's deep religious heritage, including local shrines dedicated to saints and healers like Yrgyzbai-ata, as well as central places of worship that serve as modern community hubs across various regions.

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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.

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