Aktau

An administrative center of Mangystau region / Founded in 1961 / Population is 209 776

Attractions and entertainment

“MELOVOY” LIGHTHOUSE

The "Melovoy" lighthouse with an altitude of 73 meters was built in 1963 on the cape of the same name Melovoy, open to all winds, from where the construction of the city of Shevchenko began. He showed the right way to sailors and fishermen. But the city grew, and in 1974 the guiding ray was placed on the high-rise building No. 9 in the Forth microdistrict. On its 50th anniversary, its reconstruction was carried out. The LED beacon was equipped with a computer matrix, now its glow is several times stronger.

“SAMAL” EMBANKMENT

The embankment was built for the Summit of the five Caspian littoral states in 2018. The length of the embankment is 1 kilometer 750 meters, and it was built in record time in a month and a half. The first thing that catches your eye on the embankment is palm trees. In addition to palm trees, 16 small architectural forms in the shape of mythical creatures create an interesting appearance of the embankment. A stage equipped with modern sound and lighting equipment has been built for cultural events. 1000 artists can perform on stage at the same time. The area near the stage accommodates up to 25 thousand people.

ROCK TRAIL

The author of the project was a resident of Aktau Marat Syunikov. The trail includes a pedestrian zone with more than 1000 steps, 24 observation decks, a cave, piers, parking with an access road. The length of the rocky trail is 1.5 kilometers, and the material from which the pedestrian road is made is specifically selected in accordance with the climate of these places. 70% of the area of the trail is accessible to disabled visitors. Now citizens and guests of Aktau can enjoy a stunning view of the sea in comfort.

THE COLUMBUS “SANTA MARIA” CARAVEL MONUMENT

The authors of the monument, Edige Rakhmadiev and Kazbek Zharylgapov, made a copy of the caravel on which Columbus discovered America. The height of the monument is 11.8 meters, and the total weight is 150 tons. The caravel itself is cast in bronze and covered with a patina to create an antique effect. The pedestal is made of Kurtin granite. In total, 40 craftsmen worked on the monument. The ship's bell is installed on the monument. When the wind in Aktau reaches more than 20 m/s, it rings. Come to the monument with children on a hot day: here you can splash in the fountain.

Where to stay

Miramar Apart Hotel & SPA, Grand Hotel Victory and Caspian Riviera Grand Palace are highly rated hotels on travel platforms. Not so long ago, a world-class hotel appeared in Aktau - Rixos Water World Aktau.

Where to eat

To eat kebabs on the veranda – this request in Aktau is implemented in the cafe-restaurant "Shashlyki dyadi Gadima". On the summer playground of the Skazka Park you can admire the sunset, while your children are busy with attractions. "Barashka Dine & Drink" restaurant will delight you with the author's Mediterranean and Azerbaijani cuisine.

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