Best Tourist Places to Visit in Atbasar, Kazakhstan, Asia

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Atbasar, Kazakhstan, Asia

Atbasar is sited on the Asian continent in the country, Kazakhstan in the Province, Aqmola toward the north of the country. The city, Atbasar is the capital of Atbasar district. Atbasar city is at a distance of 265 km from the countries capital city, Astana. Atbasar is one of the country’s biggest cities.  The geographical coordinates puts the place at 51048’ N and 76053’45” E. The place is 282 meters above sea level.

 

Weather of Atbasar:

During summer season the average temperature is 270C and in winter temperature drops to -230C.

 

History of Atbasar:

As per records, Atbasar was established in the year 1824 and fortress was built over a hill named, Kokshetau. Due to the presence of this fortress, the regions of Atbasar and adjoining areas witness people from other neighboring countries building settlements. During the period of Second World War, many people from Poland migrated to Atbasar and adjoining areas.

Plenty of developments were seen taking place in and around Atbasar region during the Soviet rule and after the end of Soviet rule in the region.

 

Tourism in Atbasar:

Atbasar is happening city and there are plenty of options for the tourists visit the city, as there are number of theaters, museums, movie halls and theaters in Atbasar performs number of acts throughout the year that attracts number of tourists. Central Shopping Mall in Kokshetau is a well known shopping center. Apart from this shopping center there are other shopping areas in Atbasar where one can buy products at reasonable price.

 

Tourist Places in Atbasar:  

Since Atbasar and Astana belong to the same province, Aqmola, many tourist attractions are quiet near to Astana than Atbasar. Some of these places of interest are:

  • Ishim River Waterfront
  • Oceanarium
  • Astana Central National Mosque
  • Roman Catholic Cathedral
  • Bayterek Tower
  • Presidential center of Culture
  • The S. Seifullin Museum
  • Churh of Constantine and Helena
  • Green Mosque Fence

 

Means of Commutation to Atbasar:

By airways:

Atbasar is served by Atbasar Airport located 5 kms away from middle of the town and airport operates domestic flights to Astana city and Astana International Airport is located at the distance of 265 kms from Atbasar town which serves with domestic and international flights.

By Railways:

Atbasar is one of the major railway stations in the country, and the railway lines pass through various cities and towns in Kazakhstan and regular trains are available from Astana to Atbasar.

 

By Roadways:

National Highway passes through the town connecting various cities and towns in Kazakhstan and tourists can avail public and private buses facilities to get in and around the town and taxis are also major mode of transportations to travel within the town.

 

Accommodation Options at Atbasar:

Atbasar is a small town but happening place in Aqmola province but only few accommodation facilities are available in the town and tourists are advised to book the hotels before visiting the Atbasar town to avoid last minute rush, major hotels are located in Astana city and hotels in and around Atbasar cost from $ 20 to $ 250 and above per day. Some of the hotels in Atbasar are listed below:

  • Batys Hotel
  • Duman
  • Radisson Sas Hotel
  • Comfort Hotel Astana
  • Imperia G Hotel
  • Tengri
  • Zhekebatyr Hotel, Kokshetau
  • Apart Hotel Northern Lights, Astana
  • Jelsomino Boutique Hotel, Astana
  • Prestige Hotel, Astana

Astana Tourist Places to Visit in Astana, Kazakhstan, Asia

Astana Tourist Places to Visit in Astana, Kazakhstan, Asia

Astana is sited on the Asian continent in the northern region of the country, Kazakhstan. Formed in the year 1997, Astana is the capital city of Kazakhstan and all the major government activities are carried out in the capital city that helps in the growth of economy. The place is 347 meters above the sea level. The geographical coordinates place Astana at 51010’00” N and 71026’0” E. Astana spans over an area of 722 km2.

 

Climate of Astana:

During summer season the average temperature is 350C and in winter temperature drops to -350C.

 

History of Astana:

In the year 1824, a grand fort was created in the upper Ishim by the Siberian Cossacks whose origin points to Omsk. This was the era when Kazakhstan was under the Russian and Soviet rule. The place was then known as ‘Akmolinsk town’. With the setting up of rail links in the town, the region prospered in trade and commercial activities which ended with the onset of the Civil War in Russia. There was a camp known as ALZHIR camp which was built on the outskirts of Astana. These camps were meant for women who were spouses of the traitors of the Russian country. In the year 1961, Akmolinsk town name was changed to ‘Tselinograd’ and was the capital city of Tselinny Krai. The year 1990, marked the beginning of a new era in the history of Kazakhstan wherein Kazakhstan was formed as the separate country. The name of the place Tselinny Krai was changed to Akmola and Almaty was the then Capital City of Kazakhstan. In the year 1997, Astana was made the new capital city of Kazakhstan.

 

Food and Shopping at Astana:

Astana serves both continental and non-continental cuisines. Cuisines prepared from Lamb, Horse meat and pasta dish are the favorite among the locals. There are some well known shopping centers in the capital city, Astana, of Kazakhstan. The names of such shopping centers are mentioned here below:

  • Mega Center Shopping Mall
  • Saryarka Shopping Center
  • Carlo Pazolini
  • Artyom Shopping Center

 

Tourist Places in Astana:  

  • Ishim River Waterfront
  • Oceanarium
  • Astana Central National Mosque
  • Roman Catholic Cathedral
  • Bayterek Tower
  • Presidential center of Culture
  • The S. Seifullin Museum
  • Churh of Constantine and Helena
  • Green Mosque Fence

 

Means of Commutation to Astana:

Astana is well connected via roadways to various places within the country, Kazakhstan and public and private buses ply in and around the city serving the populace of the region.

Astana is well connected by railways to neighboring places and places within Kazakhstan. The Astana Railway Station is the major railway station in northern region has trains commuting passengers to cities within the country such as Almaty. There are also cross-border trains commuting passengers to countries like Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan and Russia only once in a week. There are also international trains daily available to Urumqi in China.

Astana International Airport is one of the major airports in the country which connects to various cities in the world. The Astana International Airport, located at the distance of 18 kms from the city, caters to flights arriving and departing to places around the world and is located south at a distance of 15 km from Astana central.

 

Accommodation Options at Astana:

Astana hosts plentiful deluxe hotels and resorts exclusively designed for utmost comfort of the guests and facilities offered by the hotels include pub, bar, room heaters, spa and so on and cost from $ 10 to $ 500 and above per day. Some of the hotels in Tardy Kurgan are listed here below:

  • Radisson Hotel
  • Rixos President Astana Hotel
  • Ramada Plaza Astana
  • Grand Park Esil
  • Manhattan Astana Hotel
  • Oasis Inn
  • Comfort Hotel Astana
  • Jumbaktas
  • G Empire Hotel
  • Vintage Boutique Hotel

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Arkalyk, Kazakhstan, Asia

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Arkalyk, Kazakhstan, Asia

Arkalyk is sited on the Asian continent in the northern region of the country, Kazakhstan. The place falls under the Kostanay Province. Arkalyk is situated at a distance of 670 km from the capital city, Astana and is 480 km from Kostanay. The geographical coordinates puts the place at 50014’53” N and 66055’40” E and has an area of 722 km2.

 

Weather of Arkalyk:

During summer season the average temperature is 270C and in winter temperature drops to -230C.

 

History of Arkalyk:

The place Arkalyk came live with the findings of various mineral deposits in most parts of the region by geologists and investors in the year 1956. In the 1960, Arkalyk was under the Soviet control. People from neighboring region settled in Arkalyk. Arkalyk was first declared a city and later it formed the center of Torghay area in the year 1971. The year 1980, saw various industrial establishment open up in the region apart from mining companies. The region’s economy started booming. However its economic situation was not as best when compared with the other regions. The fact was that majority of the areas in Arkalyk was used for farming. To tackle with this issue, the region was divided and merged with Aqmola and Kostanai region. However the situation did not improve. The Turgay province was again formed in the year 1989 with Arkalyk once again the provinces city. During the period, 1993 to 1994 the city’s economic condition began to worsen. Once again the province was divided and merged with Akmola and Kostanai regions in the year 1997. At present there is huge unemployment in the region.

 

People & Culture of Arkalyk:  

Populace of Arkalyk speaks Kazakh and the official language of the country. Singing, dancing and various forms of games are the integral part of the country and majority of the populace in Arkalyk follows Islam religion followed by Christianity. Mining is the main occupation in this region.

 

Tourist Places in Arkalyk:  

Most of the tourist destinations are located close to the capital city of Kazakhstan is as follows:

  • Ishim River Waterfront
  • Oceanarium
  • Astana Central National Mosque
  • Roman Catholic Cathedral
  • Bayterek Tower
  • Presidential center of Culture
  • The S. Seifullin Museum
  • Churh of Constantine and Helena
  • Green Mosque Fence

 

Means of Commutation to Arkalyk:

Arkalyk has well developed road transportation facilities and tourists can avail the intercity bus services to get around the city and there are bus services to neighboring provinces as well.

Arkalyk is well connected by railways to neighboring cities and towns in Kazakhstan. There are regular train services from Arkalyk railway station to places like Derzhavinsk and Esil.

Arkalyk is served by Arkalyk Airport, located at the distance of 9 kms from the city which operates domestic flights to Astana and few other cities in Kazakhstan.

 

Accommodation Options at Arkalyk:

Arkalyk is small and developing city in Kazakhstan and there are few hotels in city and other prominent hotels are located at the distance of 10 to 20 kms from the city which cost from $ 15 to $ 200 and above per day and provide facilities like LCD flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea, cable television, mini-bar, refrigerator, room service and more and provides spa facilities like massage, facials, body treatment and beauty service. Some of the hotels in and around Arkalyk are listed here below:

  • Medeu Hotel, Kostanay
  • Tobo Hotel, Kostanay
  • Medey, Kostanay
  • Hotel Aristan, Rudnyy
  • Celinnaya Hotel, Kostanay
  • Aidana Plaza Hotel, Kostanay
  • Akkol Hotel, Kostanay
  • Rabat Hotel, Kostanay
  • Kostanay Tourist Hotel, Kostanay

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Almaty, Kazakhstan, Asia

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Almaty, Kazakhstan, Asia

Almaty is sited on the Asian continent in the country, Kazakhstan close to the border of the country, Kyrgyzstan towards the southeast. The place was once the capital of Kazakhstan until the year 1997. Almaty is one of the country’s biggest cities. The geographical coordinates puts the place at 43016’39” N and 76053’45” E and spans over an area of 325 km2. The place is 1700m above sea level.

 

Climate of Almaty:

During summer season the average temperature is 240C and in winter temperature drops to -40C.

 

History of Almaty:

According to Archeologists, civilization began 1000 to 900 B.C in and around the region Almaty. The region was occupied by cattle rears and farmers, as time passed it further developed into a place for learning. From the 8th to 14th century trade flourished and economy boomed in and around Almaty. Trade and commercial activities had an adverse effect in the region of Almaty between the 15th and 18th century. During this period the Kazakh people drove the Dzungar out of the region. This was the turning point before the invasion of Russia in 1854. After the construction of the fort Verniy in the year 1854, close to the mountain, Zailiysky Alatau, the place witnessed the influx of people especially peasants from Russia settling in and around the region. The Fort Verniy was declared a town in the year 1867.

The Soviets took control of Verniy merging the entire region with Turkestan in the year 1918. Alma-Ata was for the first time in history, made the capital of Kazak ASSR which was formerly Kyzylorda. During the Second World War the region further progressed. Various establishments were seen. The region bore witnessed to the ever evolving industry such as the food industries, Light and Heavy industries.

 

Tourist Places in Almaty:  

National Museum:

National Museum is located opposite to Presidential Palace in Almaty and the museum showcase the various histories from Mongol period to present day and tourists can hire an English guide to get the brief details of the history.

 

 Koek Toebe:

Koek Toebe is called as Green Hill is located at the distance of 15 kms from the city and can be reached by bus or taxi. Green Hill is renowned for its stunning beauty and majority of populaces visit this mountain to relax at the lap of nature.

 

Presidential Palace:

Presidential Palace is located in the middle of the city but unfortunately tourists are not allowed visit the Palace but the surrounded region is enclosed with natural beauty and breathtaking architecture.

 

The 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park:

This memorial park is located at the distance of 9 kms from middle of the city is devoted to men who died on battlefields of the Second World War against Nazi fascism and an ancient and Orthodox Church is located in the park which was constructed in the year 1904.

 

Other Places to visit in Almaty:

  • Kolsai Lakes
  • Holy Ascension Cathedral
  • Zenkov Cathedral
  • Shymbulak Ski Resort
  • Big Almaty Lake
  • Kok-Tube Hill
  • Panfilov Park
  • Gorky Park
  • Almaty Zoo

 

Means of Commutation to Almaty:

Almaty has well developed roadways connecting to places within Kazakhstan and neighboring countries. There are roads from Almaty connecting to places such as Karaganda, Turkistan, Taldyqorghan, Taraz, Shymkent within the province and places within neighboring countries such as China and Kyrgyzstan.

Almaty is served by Almaty Railway Station which is well connected to cities and towns in Kazakhstan and there are regular train services from Almaty-I railway station at Seyfullin and Almaty-II railway station to places within the country such as Atyrau, Uralsk, Turkistan, Shymkent, Petropavlovsk, Pavlodar, Kyzylorda, Kokshetau, Aqtobe, Astana, Karaganda and cross-border train services to countries like Novosibirsk, Moscow.

Almaty is well connected by air to various places on the globe and served by Almaty Airport located at the distance of 16 kms from middle of the city and caters to flights arriving and departing to and from cities across the globe.

 

Accommodation Options at Almaty:

Almaty is the largest and tourism city in Kazakhstan and tourists can avail 1 star to 5 star hotels facilities in the city along with budget and standard hotels which provides facilities like spa, pool, pick and drop from airport, authentic cuisines and various other facilities. Hotels in Almaty are listed herebelow:

  • InterContinental Almaty Hotel
  • Worldhotel Saltanat Almaty
  • Rixos Almaty
  • Almaty-Sapar Regency
  • Holiday Inn Almaty
  • Hotel Ak-Bulak
  • Royal Tulip Almaty
  • Voyage Hotel
  • Grand Hotel Tien-Shan
  • Hotel Kazzhol
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