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Things to Do in Kazakhstan

There are 99 attractions in Kazakhstan. Charyn National Park, national park with dramatic canyon landscapes and erosion formations, is the most popular.

Most Popular By Name
Charyn National Park
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Charyn National Park
National park with dramatic canyon landscapes and erosion formations
Park
Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
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Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
Timurid-era mausoleum and UNESCO World Heritage site
Historical Site
Baiterek (monument)
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Baiterek (monument)
Tall modern tower symbolizing Kazakhstan's capital
Monument
Kolsay Lakes National Park
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Kolsay Lakes National Park
Alpine lake park known for scenic hiking trails
Park
Altyn-Emel National Park
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Altyn-Emel National Park
Vast park with singing sand dunes and wildlife
National Park
Karagandy Zoo
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Karagandy Zoo
Regional zoo exhibiting native and exotic animals
Museum
Aral Sea
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Aral Sea
Desiccated former inland sea illustrating environmental disaster
Spa
Lake Balkhash
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Lake Balkhash
Large unique lake partly fresh, partly saline
Lake
Belukha Mountain
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Belukha Mountain
Highest peak in Altai, glaciated and sacred
Mountain
Lake Zaysan
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Lake Zaysan
Large inland lake in eastern Kazakhstan
Lake
Astana Arena
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Astana Arena
Large multi-purpose stadium in Astana with retractable roof
Stadium
Tanbaly
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Tanbaly
Open-air archaeological site with ancient petroglyphs
Archaeological Site
Lake Alakol
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Lake Alakol
Saline Kazakh lake with therapeutic resorts and flamingos
Spa
Lake Tengiz
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Lake Tengiz
Large saline steppe lake and Important Bird Area
Lake
Otrar
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Otrar
Ruined Silk Road city and important archaeological site
Administrative Seat
Mugalzhar
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Mugalzhar
Series of hills and low mountains in Aktobe Region
Mountain
North Aral Sea
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North Aral Sea
Northern portion of the Aral Sea, partly restored reservoir
Spa
Kyrgyz Ala-Too Range
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Kyrgyz Ala-Too Range
Mountain range forming Tian Shan foothills near Bishkek
Mountains
Nur-Astana Mosque
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Nur-Astana Mosque
Prominent mosque in Astana notable for modern architecture
Mosque
Lake Kaindy
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Lake Kaindy
Alpine lake with submerged pine forest
Lake
Shagan (lake, Abai Region)
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Shagan (lake, Abai Region)
Lake in Abai Region of Kazakhstan
Lake
Almaty Central Stadium
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Almaty Central Stadium
Major multiuse stadium in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Stadium
Karatau Mountains
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Karatau Mountains
Low mountain range in southern Kazakhstan, limestone ridges
Mountains
Lake Sasykkol
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Lake Sasykkol
Steppe lake in eastern Kazakhstan, reed-fringed wetlands
Lake
South Aral Sea
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South Aral Sea
Southern section of the Aral Sea, severely desiccated
Lake
Trans-Ili Alatau
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Trans-Ili Alatau
Mountain range forming part of northern Tien Shan
Mountains
Lake Markakol
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Lake Markakol
Remote mountain lake in East Kazakhstan's Altai
Lake
Hazrat Sultan Mosque
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Hazrat Sultan Mosque
One of Kazakhstan's largest mosques in Astana
Mosque
Astana Opera
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Astana Opera
Modern opera house hosting ballet and opera performances
Theater
Küngöy Ala-Too Range
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Küngöy Ala-Too Range
Mountain range forming part of the Tien Shan system
Mountains
Terskey Alatoo
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Terskey Alatoo
Mountain range of the Tien Shan with alpine glaciers
Mountains
Ascension Cathedral
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Ascension Cathedral
Wooden Russian Orthodox cathedral and Almaty landmark
Religious Site
Talas Ala-Too
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Talas Ala-Too
Mountain range forming Talas region border in Central Asia
Mountains
Tyuleny Archipelago
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Tyuleny Archipelago
Caspian Sea island group with seabird and seal colonies
Islands
Kapchagay Reservoir
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Kapchagay Reservoir
Large reservoir near Almaty used recreationally
Reservoir
Turgay Plateau
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Turgay Plateau
Expansive Kazakh plateau of steppe and seasonal wetlands
Plateau
Burabay National Park
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Burabay National Park
Scenic Kazakh park of lakes, forests, and resorts
National Park
Central Mosque Almaty
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Central Mosque Almaty
Large mosque in Almaty and cultural landmark
Mosque
Aisha Bibi
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Aisha Bibi
12th-century mausoleum notable for terracotta decoration
Monument
Bukhtarminskoye Vodokhranilishche
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Bukhtarminskoye Vodokhranilishche
Large reservoir on the Irtysh, regional water storage
Reservoir
Ile-Alatau National Park
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Ile-Alatau National Park
Almaty region park protecting Tien Shan alpine ecosystems
National Park
Abay Opera House
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Abay Opera House
Major Almaty opera and ballet theatre
Theater
Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
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Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
National museum in Almaty showcasing Kazakh history
Museum
Kamyslybas
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Kamyslybas
Salt lake important for local fisheries and birds.
Lake
Karkaraly National Park
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Karkaraly National Park
Kazakh national park of forests, steppe, and lakes.
National Park
Lake Issyk
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Lake Issyk
Mountain lake in Almaty Region, scenic shores
Lake
Saray-Jük
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Saray-Jük
Ruined medieval trading settlement on historic trade routes
Administrative Seat
Ulytau (range)
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Ulytau (range)
Isolated granite mountain range in central Kazakhstan
Mountains
Astana Grand Mosque
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Astana Grand Mosque
Large modern mosque with extensive Islamic architectural details
Mosque
Bayanaul National Park
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Bayanaul National Park
Rocky steppe park with lakes and granite formations
National Park
Issyk kurgan
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Issyk kurgan
Ancient kurgan burial mound and archaeological site
Monument
Katon-Karagay National Park
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Katon-Karagay National Park
Vast Kazakh park of mountains, taiga, and glaciers
National Park
Köktöbe (hill)
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Köktöbe (hill)
Prominent Almaty hill offering city and mountain views
Mountain
Sighnaq
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Sighnaq
Ruined medieval Silk Road city in central Kazakhstan
Archaeological Site
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Gora Alagordy
High Kazakh peak near China border
Mountain
Jarkent Mosque
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Jarkent Mosque
19th-century wooden mosque blending Central Asian architecture
Mosque
Mashkhur Jusup Mosque
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Mashkhur Jusup Mosque
Prominent mosque and cultural center in Pavlodar
Mosque
A. Kasteyev State Museum of Arts
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A. Kasteyev State Museum of Arts
Largest art museum in Almaty showcasing Kazakh art
Museum
Ayke
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Ayke
Lake
Chingiztau
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Chingiztau
Mountain range in eastern Kazakhstan, rugged terrain
Mountains
Kokshetau National Park
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Kokshetau National Park
Scenic national park with forests, lakes, and hiking
National Park
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Bolshiye Peshnye Islands
Small Caspian Sea islands in Atyrau region
Islands
Korgalzhyn (lake)
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Korgalzhyn (lake)
Steppe lake in Kazakhstan, important for flamingos
Lake
Sarykopa
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Sarykopa
Seasonal steppe lake important for migratory birds
Lake
Southern Altai
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Southern Altai
Mountain region of the Altai in Kazakhstan
Mountains
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Zhanbay Island
Island in the Caspian Sea near Atyrau
Island
Buiratau National Park
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Buiratau National Park
Kazakh national park protecting steppe, lakes, and forests
National Park
Cathedral of Our Lady of Fatima, Karaganda
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Cathedral of Our Lady of Fatima, Karaganda
Modern cathedral serving Catholic community in Karaganda
Church
Independence Square, Astana
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Independence Square, Astana
Central Astana plaza featuring monuments and ceremonial events
Plaza
Jankent
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Jankent
Ruined medieval settlement and archaeological site in Kazakhstan
Archaeological Site
Khrebet Sarydzhaz
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Khrebet Sarydzhaz
Mountain ridge in West Kazakhstan Region
Mountains
Koybagar
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Koybagar
Lake in Kostanay Region, northern Kazakhstan
Lake
Lake Burabay
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Lake Burabay
Popular resort lake in Burabay National Park
Lake
Lake Jasybay
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Lake Jasybay
Recreational lake in Pavlodar region, sandy beaches
Lake
Lake Zhalanashkol
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Lake Zhalanashkol
Border lake in eastern Kazakhstan near China
Lake
National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan
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National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan
National museum in Astana showcasing Kazakh history
Museum
Sayram-Ugam National Park
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Sayram-Ugam National Park
Mountain national park protecting biodiversity and alpine landscapes
National Park
Zerendi (lake)
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Zerendi (lake)
Popular lakeside resort near Zerendi with pine forests
Lake
Zhasylkol Lake
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Zhasylkol Lake
Remote alpine lake in the Tian Shan, turquoise waters
Lake
Zhongar-Alatau National Park
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Zhongar-Alatau National Park
Mountain park protecting alpine ecosystems and endemic species
National Park
Abai Square
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Abai Square
Central public square commemorating poet Abai
Plaza
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Otan Qorgaushylar Monument
Monument in Astana commemorating national defenders
Monument
Sawran (Kazakhstan)
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Sawran (Kazakhstan)
Medieval archaeological town site in Turkistan Region
Archaeological Site
Shardara Reservoir
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Shardara Reservoir
Large reservoir in Turkistan Region used for irrigation
Monastery
Zhakiya Kazhi Mosque
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Zhakiya Kazhi Mosque
Regional mosque and cultural center in Akmola Region
Mosque
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Durneva Island
Caspian Sea island off Kazakhstan's Mangystau coast
Island
Sergeyev Dam
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Sergeyev Dam
Hydroelectric dam and reservoir in North Kazakhstan
Reservoir
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Spirkin Oseredok Island
Island in Atyrau region, part of Caspian delta
Island
Tarbagatai National Park
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Tarbagatai National Park
Mountain national park in Abai with steppe ecosystems
National Park
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Zaural’skoye Plato
Expansive Kazakh plateau of steppe and rolling hills
Plateau
Basaral
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Basaral
Settlement in Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan
Island
Bilikol
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Bilikol
Large shallow Kazakh lake near Jambyl Region
Reservoir
Oskemen Reservoir
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Oskemen Reservoir
Man-made reservoir near Oskemen, East Kazakhstan Region
Reservoir
Zhamantuz, Aksu City Administration
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Zhamantuz, Aksu City Administration
Settlement in Pavlodar Region, Kazakhstan
Lake
Bear falls (Turgen gorge)
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Bear falls (Turgen gorge)
Waterfall in Turgen Gorge surrounded by alpine scenery
Waterfall
Kairak falls
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Kairak falls
Scenic waterfall in Almaty Region's mountains
Waterfall
Ulytau national park
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Ulytau national park
Kazakh steppe national park with rocky outcrops
National Park
Cold Winter Deserts of Turan
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Cold Winter Deserts of Turan
Continental cold desert ecoregion with unique xeric fauna
Nature Reserve
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Saryarka – Steppe and Lakes of Northern Kazakhstan
Vast steppe and lakes vital for migratory birds
Nature Reserve