Cultural & Religious Heritage

This collection highlights the diverse spiritual landscape of Northern Kazakhstan, with a focus on the Roman Catholic heritage established by Polish and German communities. Central to the list is the village of Ozernoye, a major pilgrimage site containing the National Sanctuary of Our Lady Queen of Peace and its unique 'Altar of the World.' The list also features contemplative Carmelite and Benedictine monasteries, the Orthodox St. Nicholas Church, and a memorial dedicated to local soldiers of World War II.

Rimsko-katoliceskij prihod Caricy Mira

National Sanctuary in Ozernoye. It houses the 'Star of Kazakhstan,' one of twelve global Altars of Peace, and commemorates the 1941 miracle where a fish-filled lake saved the local population from famine.

Monastyr karmelitok

A monastery of the Discalced Carmelites located in Ozernoye, serving as a center for prayer and contemplation within the Catholic pilgrimage site.

Monastyr Benediktyncev

Benedictine monastery established in the village of Ozernoye to support the spiritual life of the local community and visiting pilgrims.

Rimsko-katoliceskij prihod Svatogo Semejstva

Roman Catholic parish church dedicated to the Holy Family.

Kościół pw. Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy

Roman Catholic church dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, reflecting the religious traditions of the region's Polish diaspora.

Kościół pw. św. Ducha

Roman Catholic church dedicated to the Holy Spirit.

Rimsko-katoliceskij prihod Svatyh Apostolov Petra i Pavla

Catholic parish dedicated to the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul.

Rimsko-katoliceskij prihod sv. Franciska

Roman Catholic parish dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi.

Svato Nikolskij hram

Eastern Orthodox church dedicated to Saint Nicholas.

Pamatnik voinam VOV 1941-1945 g.

A memorial monument dedicated to the soldiers who served during the Great Patriotic War from 1941 to 1945.