Kazakhstan

Welcome to Arkalyk, a city located in the northern region of Kazakhstan. Established in 1956, Arkalyk was once a center for the Soviet space program, with cosmonauts landing on the vast Kazakh steppe before heading to Baikonur, the Soviet Union’s premier space city. Today, Arkalyk is a city of miners, regional administrators, and people excited …

Welcome to Oskemen, also known as Ust-Kamenogorsk, the administrative center of East Kazakhstan Region of Kazakhstan. This city has a rich history dating back to 1720 when it was founded as a fort and trading post named Ust-Kamennaya. Today, Oskemen is a major mining and metallurgical center, producing non-ferrous metals such as uranium, beryllium, tantalum, …

Welcome to Shymkent, a vibrant city located in southern Kazakhstan near the border with Uzbekistan. With a population of over one million people, Shymkent is the third-largest city in Kazakhstan and a regional cultural center. Its name comes from two Sogdian words, chim (meaning turf) and kent (or kand) (meaning city), thus it literally means …

Welcome to Merki, a beautiful administrative center located in the Merki region of the Jambyl Region in the south of Kazakhstan. This charming city is situated near the mountains that serve as a border between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, offering breathtaking views and a unique cultural experience. With an estimated population of roughly 35,900, Merki is …

Welcome to Kyzylorda, a city located in south-central Kazakhstan and the capital of Kyzylorda Region. Formerly known as Kzyl-Orda, Ak-Mechet, Perovsk, and Fort-Perovsky, Kyzylorda has a rich history that dates back to the Seljuk dynasty. The city is home to a population of 242,462 people (2020 Census) and historically developed around the Syr Darya river …

Welcome to Lisakovsk, a city located in the Kostanay Region of northwestern Kazakhstan. This hidden gem is often overlooked by tourists, but it boasts a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and a unique culture that is sure to captivate any traveler. == History == Lisakovsk owes its existence to a high-phosphorus, 1.72 billion-ton iron ore deposit …

Welcome to Kostanay, a city located on the Tobol River in northern Kazakhstan. Formerly known as Nikolayevsk and Kustanay, Kostanay is the administrative center of the Kostanay Region. Founded by Russian settlers in 1879, the city has a rich history and cultural heritage. Today, Kostanay is a bustling city with a population of over 200,000 …