Turkestan

An administrative center of Turkestan region / Founded in 418 / Population is 191 314

Attractions and entertainment

THE MAUSOLEUM OF KHOJA AKHMET YASSAWY

This medieval structure was built in honor of the most famous resident of the city of those times, Khoja Ahmed Yasawi. Tamerlan himself took part in the drafting of the future mausoleum. The building was built in record time – in 10 years. Now the mausoleum has become one of the most revered shrines for all the peoples of Central Asia. Many great Kazakh khans, batyrs and biys are buried here: Abylai, Tauke, Zhanibek, Kazdausty Kazybek.

KERUEN SARAY COMPLEX

The complex includes a street of merchants and artisans of the Silk Road, a "flying theater", an amphitheater for horse shows, an oriental bazaar, shopping malls and boutiques, hotels and restaurants, a SPA and fitness center, a cinema and a family entertainment center. At the same time, all structures are connected by a water channel, on which a theatrical show on the water "Boat Parade" will be held. Keruen-saray has no analogues in Central Asia, so you should definitely visit this place and take incredible photos in oriental style.

ORIENTAL BATH HOUSE

The Kyzylorda region was engaged in the construction of the bathhouse according to historical models. It is designed for washing with simultaneous action of water and hot air. Its total area is more than 3000 square meters. The expressiveness of the building is given by a group of domes and an open iwan.

FIRST PRESIDENT’S PARK

The park consists of a beautiful entrance arch, there are alleys with pergolas, fountains, a waterfall. On the central square of the park there is a water complex with a sculpture "Seven Faces of the Great Steppe". There are also children's playgrounds, a bike-running track, restaurants. We recommend you to meet the sunset on the shore near the park, in the evening it is very beautiful and atmospheric there. Breathe in the notes of the renewed Turkestan.

TURKESTAN-ARENA

The multifunctional stadium in the city center is designed for 7000 seats. The complex has a separate gym for each sport, and the stadium base consists of a football field and an indoor arena for athletics. This is the home arena of the local Turan football club. The matches of the Kazakhstan Football Super Cup were held at this stadium in March 2021.

Where to stay

Hampton by Hilton hotel, Hotel Khanaka, Boutique Hotel Silk Way are hotels with high ratings on tourist platforms. If you want to be transported to an oriental fairy tale, stay at the Karavansaray Turkistan Hotel with a hammam, a private balcony and an outstanding service.

Where to eat

You can try real Turkish cuisine at the Antalya Cafe. In the cafe "Shafran" you will find a mixture of different cuisines from Eastern to European with pleasant prices and large portions. But the most delicious kebabs in Turkestan are served in “Shashlychnaya No 1” and cafe "Diadora".

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