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Almaty is the biggest city of KAZAKHSTAN and it was the capital. This city is located near Tien Shan mountains., so view of this city is very beautiful and natural. Almaty means apple’s bag because their is apple trees and their apples are famous in the world. It is modern city where shopping mall, cafes, universities, clean road are available as well as mountains, lakes and ski resorts also there for nature lovers.
7 Places To Visit in Almaty, Kazakhstan
1) Big Almaty Lake
Big Almaty Lake is very beautiful and peaceful lake in Almaty. This lake is situated between Tien Shan mountains and color of this lake is turquoise blue, which make it more attractive. Environment of this place is fresh, cold and perfect for nature lovers. Lake’s view is mesmerizing, noboy forget to take photo in this place. It is far from city, but worth it destination.
2) Shymbulak Ski Resort
Shymbulak is the famous resort in Almaty, which maily full active in winter. You can enjoy winter activities in this place like skiing, snowboarding and gondola rides. This resort is made between the mountains, where you enjoy snow covered slopes and chilled vibes.
3) Kok-Tobe hill
Kok-Tobe is a hilltop park which is located upper from Almaty center. You must take cable car to reach this destination, you can also see the view of Almaty city while riding in cable car which is glowing more in night. Their is also amusment park are in which many rides and activities are available like ferris wheel, cafes, mini zoo etc. their’s atmosphere is lively and tourists as well as local people also chilling in this hill.
4) Medeu Ice skating Rink
Medeu is made in highest altitude ice skating rink. this place is perfect for sports and adventure lovers. During winter, it is covered with snow and people are enjoying ice skating. Skating events also organised there. During summer, it is best for fresh air and mountain views. this place is so beautiful one photo also feels experienced.
5) Kolsai Lake
Kolsai lake is a group of 3 different lakes which is located between Tien Shen mountains. You will find first river easily but for second and third river, you can hike the mountains, and after reach it looks like a dream place for you. Fresh turquoise water, snow capped mountains and covered pine trees forest made this place most beautiful.
6) Lake Kaindy
Lake kaindy is unique lake in Almaty which is famous for their submerged trees. this lake is made after 1911 earthquake and there is a forest under the water. The dried tops of the trees still rise above the blue water of the lake.
7) Charyn Canyon
It is far from Almaty, around 3-4 hour drive, but worth seeing. It is also known as ‘Mini Grand Canyon’. This deep valley is formed with natural red rock, in which you can enjoy adventure, trekking and photography. VALLEY OF CASTLE is also famous in this place. It feel like it is sculpture by nature. If you want to see breathtaking natural place in Kazakhstan, then it is Charyn Canyon.
Exploring Almaty On A Budget:
This place is best for those who want to enjoy different cultures, countries, nature and adventure under budget. Almaty, Kazakhstan is a very peaceful and beautiful place where you can enjoy 1 day tour under Rupee2000 to 2500 (approx 25-30 USD) with experience. Hostels and guesthouse are also available for tourist to stay here with a cost under Rupee 700-1000 (approx 8-12 USD) per night. You can take meal from local street food or cafes under Rupee 200- 300 (approx 2.5 – 3.5 USD) per meal. Amount of transport like shared taxis, metro, bus are under Rupee 100-200 (approx 1.5- 2.5) per person.
Most of the sightseeing spots are free or minimum charges can be taken like KOK TOBE, PANFILOV PARK, GREEN BAZAAR and BIG ALMATY LAKE.If you want to travel CHARYN CANYON, LAKE KAINDY OR KOLSAI LAKE, then you can cover around Rupee 1500-2000 (approx 18-24 USD) with shared taxi or group tour.
A tourist easily cover their Almaty trip for 5 days under Rupee 10,000- 12000 ( approx 120- 140 USD) excluding flight, in which you can enjoy local beauty, local life and cultural feel. This trip make a memorable trip under budget.
Food and cuisine of Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Samsa
Samsa is a popular street snack which is found easily in Kazakhstan. Shape of this snack is triangular, and usually bake in tandoor. It is filled with spicy minced meat. It is crispy from outside and juicy from inside. It tastes even better with chai, and it will remind you Samosa.
- Shashlik
Shashlik is a favourite barbecue dish of Kazakhstan. It is meat skewers which is grilled in coal- mutton, chicken beef also use sometime to make it. Also add a flavour of onion, vinegar and spices.
- Beshbarmak
This dish is a national dish of Kazakhstan. Beshbarmak means five finger food because local people eat this food with hanfd for their traditional. In this dish, serve with boiled meat ( horse or lamb), flat noodles and onion gravy. This dish is made only on traditional events, special dish and marriage.
- Manty
Manty is a large dumplings made with steam, filled with chopped meat ( lamb or beef) and some onion. It is juicy and filling. Local people love to eat this with sour cream or tomato sauce.
- Lagman
Lagman is a noodle based soup dish which is inspired by uyghur and Central Asian influence. Their is hand pulled noodles which is serve in spicy meat broth with vegetables like capsicum, tomato, onion. This dish keeps your body warm in winter.
- Baursak
Baursak is a sweet and fluffy bread snack which is made with deep fry. It is mandatary to made on occassion and festivals. People loves to eat it with tea or sometime with jam or honey. Soft texture and light sweet taste make it favourite for all people.
Best Time To Travel In Almaty, Kazakhstan
1) Spring Season ( March-May)
Almaty become full pleasent from mid march to may. snow are melting from mountain, all parks and garden become greenery. Kaindy Lake and Lake Kolsai feels like a dream destination in this months. The tempreature in this time is from 10 degree celcius to 20 degree celcius, means not much winter. This time is perfect for trekking and light outdoor activities. Local people treat this season as fresh start and little cultural events also start in city.
2) Summer season ( June- August)
This season or month is most active month, most tourists plan trip in this month. Weather in June month become soothing, but in July and August month tempreature increases to 30 degree celcius. But in night, tempreature fall down and you take fun of chilled wind and weather of nearby mountain become cool.
This time is best for hiking hills areas like Shymbulak and best for cable car rides. Big Almaty lake and Medeu Ice Skating Rink best for explore in summer season. In this season, you will take best combo of clear view, blue sky and natural beauty. Shorts, T-shirts, sunscream and water are essential.
3) Autumn Season ( September-November)
Autumn season bring a magic in Almaty. In september, tempreature decreases and summer also decrease, and in october you feel winter season in cold wind.
In this season, colorful leaves fall from trees-orange, yellow, red… feels beautiful and every corner is Instagram-worthy. crowd are also less, rates also fall down and weather also perfect for walking and sightseeing. Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes also become more photogenic in this season
4) Winter season ( December- February)
Main winter of Almaty starts from december season, when tempreature fall from 0 degree celcius. Snowfall also start, and city cover in white blanket. This season is perfect for those people who wants to enjoy snow sports and winter beauty.
Shyambulak Ski Resort is best destination in Kazakhstan, where local people also come to enjoying winter season. Reaching the top by cable car and see whole city is unforgettable experience for tourist
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