About Nursultan
One of Central Asia’s biggest countries, Kazakhstan’s capital Astana falls next to the Ishim River. 835 thousand people live in Astana and despite it being the capital, it is not the most crowded city in the country. With a fast developing economy and tourism potential, the 2nd most crowded city Astana seems soon to become the leader. While a government building, parliament building and government palace can be found in this city, they differ from others with their size. Astana is the sister city of Ankara, the capital of Turkey. In addition, while touring the city, the skyscrapers are dazzling. The city with developing economy also stands out with its health, congress and fair tourism. In line with this target, it will be hosting Expo 2017. The city with such big potential is also known as the world’s second coldest capital, taking second place from Ottawa, Canada, with UlaanBaator, Mongolia at first place.
Reaching 35°C during the summer, the city shows around -35°C during the winter. In the city, you can transport by bus or marshrutkas, or mini-buses. It is possible to get to the Astana International Airport, which is 11 km from the city center, by bus. Also, special to Kazakhstan and widely used, you can try to hitchhike for a specified price towards where you are headed. As for Astana, there are regular flights from big cities like Vienna, Kiev, Moscow, Beijing, Delhi, Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, and Istanbul. The futurist structure of Bayterek Tower, Presidential Museum, Khan Shatyr, Duman Entertainment Center, and Kazakh Eli Monument are of the places to see in the city. Also, restaurants that serve different flavors are also found here, but of the most important is Beshbarmak which is a dish of horse meat and pasta.
