Kazakhstan Blog

Almaty Love Story

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:36:57 -0400

According to this article it's been two months since Mohammed has been living in a transit area of the Almaty airport in Kazakhstan. Meanwhile his love at first sight, Olesya has been patiently providing him with clean clothes and stuff. Read more about this story of love by following The Voice of Russia website.

Bird of the Year 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51:29 -0400

Lesser white-fronted goose is the Bird of the Year 2013 in Kazakhstan. It is an endangered species with around 30000 left in the world. You can find out more about the Bird of the Year from this Wikipedia Article or ...

Kazakhstan Currency

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 14:11:36 -0400

Kazakhstan currency converter, exchange rate, banknotes, coins and more

Free Trip Planner - Kazakhstan

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 01:34:55 -0400

Your Best Free Trip Planner to Kazakhstan. Check all the steps to makes sure you are ready for Your travel to Kazakhstan.

The Best Kazakhstan Map?

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 04:24:16 -0400

Have you found the best Kazakhstan map yet? May be this is the one you were looking for. Have a look.

Chimbulak - Top Kazakhstan Ski Resort

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 02:28:11 -0400

Chimbulak Ski Resort is to be within Top 10 Largest Ski Resorts of the world. AKA Shymbulak. Weather, Photos, Map.

Nauryz 2013 - Happy New Year ;)

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:18:28 -0400

Just a quick reminder that Spring is already outside knocking the door. And Kazakhstan is officially ready to let it in with traditional Nauryz Meiramy. So if you want to show off with your knowledge of Kazakh language, this is your chance. Find out how to say Happy Nowruz in Kazakhstan.

Trivia Info on Almaty in Kazakhstan

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:43:33 -0400

Do you know that the city of Almaty had several names throughout its history? Did you know that it survived an earthquake of about 9-10 magnitude in Richter scale in the beginning of the 20th century? Do you know that the biggest apples grow in and around Almaty district? And do you know that "alma" means an apple?

The Great Kazakh Steppe

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 01:36:50 -0400

The Kazakh Steppe forms part of the Eurasian Steppe and covers one-third of Kazakhstan's territory.

Nauryz Kozhe - How to Make it

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:44:33 -0400

Spring is just around the corner. You've only got 10 days left until the First Day of Spring and the Persian New Year. If you are in Kazakhstan March 21-23 then you will be able to observe Nauryz Meiramy, one of the main public holidays in Kazakhstan. This is the time to try the symbolic dish of this holiday - Nauryz Kozhe. Just in case if you never tried it before and don't get to do so during the feast, then you can give it a go and make it yourself. To help you with this I put together this simple-to-make recipe.

Indian Culture and Culinary Week

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 23:43:54 -0500

Learn about Indian culture and culinary in Kazakhstan. If you are (a resident or a guest) in the capital of Kazakhstan, Astana, this week (25.01.13-02.02.13)

First Nuclear Free Country

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 07:28:07 -0500

Kazakhstan was the first country in the world who abandoned atomic bombs

Kazakhstan Facts - The World Leader in Uranium Production

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 07:38:22 -0500

Another interesting fact to add to the facts about Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan's uranium output represents 37 percent of worldwide production for 2012. KazAtomProm produces 20,900 tons of uranium in 2012 against 19,400 tons in 2011.

Kazakhstan Guyana Diplomatic Relations

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:33:15 -0500

The Government of the Republic of Guyana and the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan have formally established Diplomatic Relations as of January 11, 2013. A Communique establishing diplomatic relations was signed at the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kazakhstan by Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador George Talbot and the Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan Ambassador Byrganym Aitimova.

Almaty hotels on the Almaty map, Kazakhstan

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:29:49 -0500

Your favourite of all the Almaty hotels is …. I know it is not an easy tell. It depends on the price, the type, the style, the service and so on so forth.

Would You Stay in an Ice Hotel?

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 04:58:54 -0500

An Astana hotel plans to construct yurts from an unusual construction material - ice. Wouldn't be a good idea if it was Almaty with the temperature going up down. But Astana - no problem, with recent winter temperatures below 40, there is a good chance for the village of yurts to stay up long enough for many tourists to enjoy the weirdest hotel stay ever. Check other Astana Hotels here. So would I stay in it? Why not, if it's a one off chance in a lifetime. ;) Now, the question is - would You?

The Ural River runs through Kazakhstan

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 00:50:58 -0500

The Ural River and the Ural Mountains are the natural boundary between Europe and Asia. The southern part of the river runs through Kazakhstan into the Caspian.

Top Kazakhstan Hotel

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:52:51 -0500

Is Hotel Kazakhstan the best in Kazakhstan? It sounds weird, but there is a hotel in Almaty called just like that.

Kazakhstan Hotels - Rixos III in Borovoe

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:54:42 -0500

Yet another Rixos hotel opened in Borovoe to add to the evergrowing list of Hotels in Kazakhstan Directory.

The hotel with astonishing views over the lake and surrounded by birch and pine woods within the territory of the most popular Burabay National Park.

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Sheraton Hotel is to open in Aktobe Kazakhstan next year.

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 07:14:18 -0500

Another big name in Kazakhstan hotels market. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide is to open Sheraton Aktobe, the first internationally-branded hotel in the rapidly emerging province of Aktobe in Kazakhstan next year. For more information follow the link below...

Almaty Subway One Year On

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:14:34 -0500

It's just over a year ago since Almaty subway has been put into use. Now within a year it is said thaat it carried 7 million people. People must be using it more in winter due to the cold weather outside. As it was not easy to wait for the public bus to arrive at times as it was so cold. Read more ...

Kazakhstan is on Australian News

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 04:46:31 -0500

"... Khan Shatyr, the largest tent-shaped structure in the world - climate-controlled indoor park has high-end shops, restaurants, a children's theme park and a swimming pool at the apex, complete with a sandy beach. It's a balmy refuge in a city where winter temperatures can drop to minus 30C..." By David May

3 January earthquake in Almaty oblast

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 04:31:04 -0500

Did you know? That January 3, an earthquake of 3.6-magnitude on Richter scale hit Enbekshikazakh region, Almaty oblast 10:00 in the morning (local time). Thank god, no casualties were reported.

Latest on Facebook at Kazakhstan Discovery

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 01:30:33 -0500

Read latest updates on Kazakhstan Discovery Facebook Feed

Orthodox Christmas Tomorrow

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 03:20:39 -0500

Merry Christmas to you if you are in Kazakhstan. It's Orthodox Christmas tomorrow. Oh, and a Happy Coming Old New Year! ;)

Shopping in Kazakhstan - Your Top Guide is Here

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 03:41:07 -0500

Shopping with the best international stores that now deliver to Kazakhstan: world's best brands in two clicks.

Capitals

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 04:17:51 -0500

Kazakhstan had 4 capitals: Orenburg, Kyzylorda, Almaty, Astana. So in 92 years Kazakhstan changed its capital 3 times

Send Flowers To Kazakhstan - How And When

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 07:01:19 -0500

How to send flowers to Kazakhstan? Tips on when and how tos.

Best Almaty Kazakhstan Hotels Finder - Prices, Locations, Facilities

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 03:16:18 -0500

Find Top Almaty Kazakhstan Hotels. Choose from budget hotels to luxury hotels in one place.

Looking for a Flight Kazakhstan Direction

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 22:27:52 -0500

Find the best flight Kazakhstan options just here.

Taxes for US Expats in Kazakhstan

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 00:17:51 -0500

Tax Highlights for US Citizens living in Kazakhstan.

Letter of Invitation for a Kazakhstan Visa

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 03:48:37 -0500

I need a Letter of Invitation for Kazakhstan Visa. Can you tell me how much it costs and how long will it take to get one

The 2nd International exhibition of technologies for education and professional training "WORLDDIDAC ASTANA 2013"

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 20:40:32 -0400

From 4 to 11 April 2013 at the Expo Centre «Korme» will take place the 2-nd International exhibition of technologies for education and professional training

The Aral Sea - original

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 01:05:37 -0400

I would like to see the Aral Sea restored to its original glory, by rediverting the two original rivers back to the Aral Sea. I know that this is what

Kazakhstan Embassy In Indonesia

Mon, 4 Jun 2012 04:16:50 -0400

Your Enquiry: I got the information that Kazakhstan just opened the embassy in Jakarta on April 2012. I need the information aboout the address and

Meat for Beshbarmak

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:04:56 -0400

Question: Hi, I'm a tourist currently living in Aktau, Kazakhstan, and I was wondering if you could tell me about the nations traditional dish, Beshbarmak?

Model NATO Youth Summit – a step towards the future

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 09:13:21 -0500

Created by a team of young ambitious people for young students who want to make a difference in our future, Model NATO Youth Summit (MoNYS) will be the

Please help...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:22:14 -0500

Dear All, I am from Afghanistan and I am looking for my brother that I lost in the Republic of Kazakhstan 16 years ago. He used to call to this number

Lost Freind In Akmola

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 05:57:21 -0400

I am from India. I had a pen-freind in Akmola, Kazakhstan, lost contact long ago. Is there any way to find; I know the full name, old address. I already

how do you say "yes" in Kazakh?

Thu, 12 May 2011 10:18:21 -0400

My 10 year old has a project and his country of choice was Kazakhstan. We have searched the whole internet and can not find how to say yes in Kazakh

Almaty Handicrafts Exhibition

Sat, 5 Feb 2011 10:25:59 -0500

The first Almaty International Handicrafts exhibition will be held 10:00 am April 5, 2011 at Central Exhibition Hall in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Address: Central

A Town Hall Meeting In Almaty For U.S. Citizens

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 23:38:01 -0500

Warden Message: A Town Hall Meeting In Almaty For U.S. Citizens on February 10, 2011. The U.S. Consulate General invites American citizens in and around

BRITISH GOVERNMENT FLIGHTS FOR BRITISH NATIONALS WISHING TO LEAVE CAIRO

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 00:00:05 -0500

Important British Embassy Travel Statement Update for February 5, 2011: In addition to the chartered plane scheduled to leave Cairo on Thursday 3 February

March 1, 2011 QS Education Fairs in Almaty Kazakhstan

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:28:20 -0500

Kazakhstan will host QS World Grad School Tour and QS World MBA Tour - the world's most prestigious fairs for prospective Masters, PhD, LLM and MBA candidates.

"This Year's Biggest Worldwide Oil Discovery in Caspian Sea Kazakhstan?"

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 07:22:58 -0500

This is the link to the article by Richard Orange published in Telegraph.

What's on and when in Almaty during Asian Games?

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 02:01:10 -0500

Just wanted to share this link that has some major cultural events to be held during the Asiad games 2011 in Almaty. Here is the link: http://bit.ly/i6TnjM