Located in the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains in southern Kazakhstan, near the border with Kyrgyzstan, Almaty stands as a pivotal center of culture, commerce, finance and innovation.

Mar 1, 2022 · Almaty is easily one of the most underrated cities I have ever been to. Located in the southeastern part of Kazakhstan, it is, without a doubt, the cultural heartbeat of Kazakhstan. The city is vibrant, resilient, and has so much to offer travelers.

Almaty, former capital of Kazakhstan. The city lies in the northern foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau. It remains the country’s largest city and an important industrial center and has a number of cultural institutions, including museums, performance centers, …

Oct 7, 2024 · Fringed by the mighty Tian Shan mountains, Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city and onetime capital, is a terrific starting point for any adventure in this vast Central Asian country.

Set against towering peaks striped with ski runs, Almaty mixes tradition with modern flair. While locals still meet up for steamy Russian baths, traditional Kazakh delicacies, and countless cups of tea, the city's gleaming malls and wild nightclubs are downright futuristic.

The leafy city of Almaty (Alma-Ata; Алматы), with a backdrop of the snowcapped Zailiysky Alatau, has always been among the more appealing Russian creations in Central Asia.

Nov 8, 2024 · Since the collapse of the USSR, Kazakhstan’s largest city (population 2.2 million and growing) has evolved to become the star of Central Asia. Here’s what makes Almaty worth a visit.

Mar 29, 2024 · Almaty is the former capital of Kazakhstan. Still, it remains the financial and cultural centre of the country. It is the most populous and most cosmopolitan city in Kazakhstan.

Almaty (Russian spelling Alma-Ata), formerly (1855-1921) Verny, the ex-capital of Kazakhstan, is situated in the southeastern part of Kazakhstan (Almaty oblast) at the foot of Zailiski Ala-Tau mountain system at an elevation of 2,300-3,000 feet (700 …

Jun 2, 2023 · Planning a visit to Almaty? Read on for our complete Almaty travel guide, including the best places to stay in Almaty, where to eat and what to do.