Kazakhstan also spelled Kazakstan, is a country that stretches over a vast expanse of Asia, and a former republic of the now extinct USSR.
Given the unique natural beauty and rapid growth of inbound tourism, Kazakhstan government pays a great deal of attention to the promotion of its tourist potential abroad and participates in international travel fairs and exhibitions all around the world on the regular basis. The World Travel Market in London is one of the most important annual events in the tourist sphere for Kazakhstan and that is why Kazakhstan has been taking part in this established exhibition since 2001.
Kazakhs are very hospitable and like to meet guests they dont have any objections to receiving uninvited guests that is why if you come home to a Kazakh unexpectedly he will be glad as if you were invited. Respect to older people, peacefulness and tolerance brought up from childhood are national features of Kazakhs. That is why in
Kazakhstan there were never conflicts on ethnic or confessional grounds and many people of different ethnic and religious origins of the world live and work peacefully here. In order to learn customs and traditions of Kazakh people and to explore Kazakhstan we invite you to visit our beautiful country.
In general Kazakhs prefer meat dishes. Favourite national dish of Kazakhs is beshbarmak. Beshbarmak is cooked of lamb, horse meat, beef and dough. Such dishes of horse meat and of course, mares milk are favourite. Medicinal drink mares milk has curative qualities and effect and is used for treatment of lung and intestinal gastric illnesses. Taking into account that peoples of more than hundred nationalities live in Kazakhstan, cuisine of Kazakhstan is diverse. People here love national dishes of Russian, Ukrainian, Uzbek, Korean and European cuisine. In many cities of the country there are many restaurants and cafes where you are offered the variety of dishes of the national, European and other cuisines.
West Kazakhstan is situated on the crossroads of the European and Asian continents in the basin of the Caspian Sea, the Volga and the Ural. It is the location of the world second deepest depression that of Kargije lying 132 m below sea level, remarkable chalky rocks. One can find here fine areas rich with game which promise good hunting, can entertain ideas of good luck in angling, in water sports. Tremendous scientific interest present reserves and monuments.
North Kazakhstan has everything landscape and climatic conditions. Health resorts offer fine rehabilitation opportunities while natural preserves Kurgaldzhino and Naurzum would be quite interesting for amateurs tourist.
Central Kazakhstan displays to perfect advantage one of the largest lakes of the world, the lake of Balkhash supplemented by a unique mountainous and forest oasis. The area harbours plenty of memorable places exhibiting various archaeological and ethnographic relics.
East Kazakhstan is represented by the Altai and its wooded foothills, the river of Irtysh and such lakes. Fairly rich are flora and fauna of the region.
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The ninth largest country in the world, Kazakhstan is also the largest landlocked country. For those who love to explore the unexplored sights, trudge along the arid deserts, and learn more about history, Kazakhstan is the place to visit. It has varied types of terrain, ranging from plains, plateaus, to steppes and even rocky hills. The country closest to its border is Russia, and maybe because of this, there is a strong influence in culture and religion.
The lakes that lie in the midst of forested hills, Kol Say lakes are at a height of nearly 2000 meters from the sea level. A great place for camping and spending a few nights under the stars, people come here just to take it all in and live as one with their surroundings. There are even helicopter trips that take off from the Almaty, and land in Saty, which is a lower lake, and can be reached through road as well. In and around this area, there are plenty of walking, trekking and horse back riding opportunities which has families excited and curious.
Kozha Ahmed Yasaui Mausoleum is the place where the famous sufi singer and poet's history is etched on the grave walls. A tomb that was built in the place where he died has become a monument of sorts for those who were fond of his poems and verses. Since the place was built around 1166, it has withered with age, and is now being restored by the Turkish government to preserve its appearance.
Set in the midst of thick mountains, the Almatinsky natural reserve is where one gets to see wildlife in their homes. Snow leopards and other endangered species of animals can be seen roaming the length of this reserve. Within the reserve is the highest peak, Mt Talgar, which can be climbed, but takes nearly 4 days to reach the hill top. Be sure to have permit for the same before venturing out into the trek.
A lake that is half fresh water and half saline is one spot that every visitor to Kazakhstan must see. It is also said ot be one of the largest lakes in the world, surrounding which there is rich history in the buildings and monuments. These have been around since the Bronze age and the early iron ages, and so are nearly thousands of years old.
In the city of Almaty, lies the beautiful grand ballet theatre where one can witness the most exquisite performances. These take place regularly and so if you keep an eye out for the dates, you could catch one being performed by local artists. This is a place where one learns about the rich heritage, art and ofcourse the cultural beauty that lies within Kazakhstan.
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Kazakhstan is bounded by the Russia, the Caspian ocean, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan & China. For centuries, Kazakhstan's vast plains were home only to nomads and they are still literally empty. Most colonies are concentrated in the southeast & the east of the Republic.
South Kazakhstan is a focus of Central Asian history & there are numbers of notable monuments in the region. It is a scenically diverse area where the snow-capped peaks, lakes and glaciers of the Tian Shan range make way to steppe & desert.
The desert is home to the Singing Barkhan - a sand dune 3.2kilometer (2 miles) long, which one, as it crumbles, creates a peculiar singing sound.
Almaty was until very recently the former capital of Kazakhstan & it enjoys a beautiful setting between mountains and plains. It is a city of modern architecture, cool fountains, parks and outstanding mountain views.
If you're not a fan of endless semi-arid steppe & decomposing industrial towns, Kazakhstan (Kazakstan) can seem bleak, but those who enjoy remoteness, wide open spaces, lunar landscapes, long hypnotic train rides and horse sausage will emphatically be in their element.
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