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Akmola region

Akmola region is one of the largest and most developed regions of Kazakhstan and ranks ninth in size. It borders with Kostanai region in the West, North Kazakhstan region in the North, Pavlodar region in the East and Karagandy region in the South. The highest point in this area is Kokshe Mountains, which rises to an altitude of 947 meters above the sea level. And, the lowest point is Lake Sholaksor, which is only 67 meters above the sea level. Such significant rivers as the Yesil, Nura and Selenty flow through the territory of the region. Akmola region has several large cities, including Kokshetau, Kosshy, Stepnogorsk, Shuchinsk, Atbasar, Makinsk and Akkol. Each of them has its own special feature and interesting sights.

Center
Kokshetau
Population
735481
Area
146219
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Discover the best places to visit in Kazakhstan. Explore the regions and find out what makes them unique.

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Hazret Sultan Mosque
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Hazret Sultan Mosque

Khazret Sultan Mosque is a modern landmark of Astana. This is the largest mosque in Central Asia, accommodating up to 10 thousand people.

Bayterek
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Bayterek

The Baiterek Tower in Astana is one of the most iconic landmarks in Kazakhstan. 97 meters high, it symbolizes the country's independence and its future aspirations. The design of the tower is inspired by the Kazakh legend of the mythical bird Samruk, which lays a golden egg in the Tree of Life.

National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan
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National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan

The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan is the largest museum in Central Asia, located in Astana. It was created in 2014 and represents the history and culture of Kazakhstan from ancient times to the present day.

The Palace of Tselinniki

The Palace of Tselinniki

The Palace of Virgin Lands in Astana was built in 1963 as the main cultural center of Tselinograd. Its architectural design was developed by Latvian specialists, and at the time of its opening it was the second most important in the USSR after the Kremlin Palace of Congresses. In 1999, the building was renamed the Congress Hall, and in 2016 - the Astana Concert Hall. Now the State Academic Philharmonic named after Erkegali Rakhmadiev is located here. The palace remains an iconic place for cultural events in the capital.

Kulanshi
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Kulanshi

Art is the soul of humanity. Fine art is a chronicle of the development of humanity. It is in our hands to preserve, convey and pass on to our children and grandchildren the spiritual values ​​enshrined in the works of Kazakh fine art and to introduce our citizens to the art of near and far abroad.

Muslim School

Muslim School

Monument of republican significance. An example of wooden architecture of the late 19th - early 20th centuries. The first Muslim school of Akmolinsk was located in this building. From 1912 to 1916, the poet, writer and public figure Saken Seifullin taught there.

K. Kuanyshbaev Kazakh State Academic Musical Drama Theater

K. Kuanyshbaev Kazakh State Academic Musical Drama Theater

Repertoire of the State Academic Kazakh Music and Drama Theater named after. Kalibek Kuanyshbaeva is constantly updated and supplemented by national and world dramaturgy. At several theater festivals held in our country and abroad, the team has clear guidelines. This is a revival of Kazakh theatrical art, a demonstration through the pinnacle of art of the past and present.

Astana Opera
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Astana Opera

The State Opera and Ballet Theater "Astana Opera" was opened in 2013 on the initiative of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev. The Astana Opera, the largest theater in Central Asia, was built taking into account the best classical traditions of world architecture, while the Kazakh national flavor is emphasized in the architecture; its technical equipment meets international standards.

Bozok Settlement

Bozok Settlement

settlement and necropolis of the 8th–16th centuries on the southern outskirts of the city of Astana, on the eastern shore of Lake Buzykty. The monument consists of several parts, occupying a total area of about 40 hectares. The central part consists of three sites ("quarters") with an average size of 35 × 35 m, surrounded by a rampart and an inner moat.

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