Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan. In 1999, according to the decision of UNESCO, Astana received the title of "City of Peace". Every year more and more tourists seek to get to the capital of Kazakhstan. And for good reason. Here, in fact, there is something to see and where to relax.
Entertainment complex "Duman"
The most popular place in Astana is the Duman entertainment complex. There is a modern 3D cinema, a children's playground, attractions, an oceanarium. Here you can have fun for both children and adults. It should be noted that the oceanarium in the entertainment complex "Duman" is the first and so far the only one on the territory of the former CIS. He is also listed in the Guinness Book of Records.
Circus
If you come to Astana with children, take them to the circus. It will be interesting for them to get into the building in the form of a flying saucer. They will also watch the circus performance with no less interest.
Shopping
For those who cannot imagine their vacation without shopping, many shopping centers have been built in Astana. For example, the Khan Shatyr shopping center. This is the largest shopping and entertainment center in Central Asia. Here you will find many boutiques with fashionable clothes and other products from different parts of the world. In addition, the shopping complex has an observation deck from where you can admire the winter gardens. Khan Shatyr also attracts visitors with an artificial lagoon. Here you can swim in one of the pools and lie on the white sand. By the way, the sand was specially brought here from the islands of the Maldives archipelago.
Walking
Walking around Astana will also be a pleasant rest. Walk along Water-Green Boulevard. It stretches from the residence of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Khan Shatyr shopping center. While walking here, pay attention to one of the symbols of the Kazakh capital - the Astana-Baiterek monument. The height of the architectural structure is 105 meters. You can get to the very top by elevator. And from here, from the observation deck, admire the city.
Cultural program
Art lovers will be able to enjoy the performance of Astana actors. The Russian Drama Theater named after M. Gorky, the Kazakh Drama Theater named after K. Kuanyshbaev, and two opera and ballet theaters named after K. Baiseitova and the Astana Opera operate in the capital. Also in Astana there are museums - the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Presidential Center for Culture, Contemporary Art, named after Saken Seifulin, as well as an open-air museum "Map of Kazakhstan" Atameken ".
Night rest
For party-goers in Astana, the doors of many nightclubs are open, where you can dance, listen to good music, and have a good time with friends. Often, nightclubs organize themed parties and invite world stars to concerts.
Leisure
In addition to city entertainment, residents and guests of the Kazakh capital can relax at one of the recreation centers near Astana. Just a few kilometers from the city, there are several equestrian clubs where you can ride a horse or just admire these beautiful animals. There are hotels and guest houses with baths, saunas, swimming pools, cafes and restaurants with excellent national cuisine. There is also an opportunity to play paintball, football, volleyball, and other sports games. You can relax here as a family or a small company, as well as a large team. Some recreation centers can accommodate up to a thousand people on their territory.
