Astana - Wikipedia
WEBAstana, previously known as Akmolinsk, Tselinograd, Akmola, and most recently Nur-Sultan, is the capital city of Kazakhstan. The city lies on the banks of the Ishim River in the north-central part of Kazakhstan, within the Akmola Region, though administered as a city with special status separately from the rest of the region.
Welcome to Astana, Kazakhstan: one of the strangest capital cities …
WEBJul 28, 2015 · Welcome to Astana, one of the strangest capital cities on earth. There was some early talk of Astana – which means “capital” in Kazakh – being named after the president, Nursultan Nazarbayev....
Astana | Capital, Kazakhstan, Economy, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 30, 2024 · Astana, capital of Kazakhstan. It lies in the north-central part of the country, along the Ishim River, at the junction of the Trans-Kazakhstan and South Siberian railways. The city was founded as a Russian military outpost in 1824. Learn more about Astana, including its history and economy.
Nur-Sultan (Astana) travel - Lonely Planet | Kazakhstan, Asia
WEBNur-Sultan (Astana) Kazakhstan, Asia. The country's new capital has risen fast from the northern steppe and is already a showpiece for 21st-century Kazakhstan. Nur-Sultan was Astana until 2019, when it was renamed after the former president.
12 Best Things to Do in Astana, Kazakhstan for Travel Lovers
WEBAstana, now known as Nur-Sultan, underwent a remarkable transformation from a provincial town to the dynamic capital of Kazakhstan. The city’s skyline boasts futuristic architecture that seems to defy gravity. Gleaming skyscrapers reflect the sun, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and steel.
The best things to do in Astana | CN Traveller
WEBThe best things to do in Astana. From mountain hikes to nights at the opera, here's how to enjoy a visit to Kazakhstan's capital. In the middle of the boundless plains of Kazakhstan, Astana is one of the world's youngest and most vibrant capitals.
Must-see attractions in Nur-Sultan (Astana) - Lonely Planet
WEBKazakhstan. Must-see attractions in Nur-Sultan (Astana) Sights. Restaurants. Entertainment. Nightlife. Shopping. Hotels. Show/Hide Map. National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Nur-Sultan (Astana) This huge blue-glass-and-white-marble museum covers the history and culture of Kazakhstan from ancient to modern times.
Astana – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBAstana (formerly known as Aqmola, Tselinograd and Nur-Sultan), in the north of Kazakhstan on the banks of the Esil river (better known by its Russian name Ishim), is the capital and the second largest city of the country. Modern Astana is a planned city, designed by Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa.
History of Astana - Wikipedia
WEBAstana is the capital of Kazakhstan. Founded as Akmoly, it was once the seat of an okrug of the Russian Empire from 1830, it was granted town status and the name was modified to Akmolinsk in 1832.
Astana Travel Guide - Tours, Attractions and Things To Do
WEBAstana, the capital of Kazakhstan, is the country's most modern and stylish city, attracting visitors with its unique architectural designs. The city sits on the banks of the Ishim River, which separates it into the right and left banks. The left bank is particularly stunning, home to all the distinctive structures.
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