About Almaty
Almaty's backdrop of the Tian Shan mountains rising vertically from the city creates a scenic drama unique in Central Asia—the Pan-American Park stretches beneath peaks. Apple orchards surround the city (almaty means 'apple place'); the Ala-Archa gorge cuts through mountains north of the city. Almaty remains Kazakhstan's cultural capital despite Nur-Sultan taking political primacy.
Country
Kazakhstan
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
KZT
Language
Kazakh, Russian, English
Things to do in Almaty
Hiking Ala-Archa gorge trails from 1,600 to 3,600 metres through mountain scenery
Visiting the Turgen gorge for alpine meadows and mountaineering base camps
Riding the Assy Plateau and Big Almaty Lake for high-altitude views
Exploring the Central Asian Institute and Soviet-era museums
Shopping Barakholka Market for antiques, souvenirs, and Kazakhstan crafts
Eating horse meat (kazy) and laghman (noodles) at traditional restaurants
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