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When you come to Alma-Ata, guides will tell you that it used to be a fort called Vernyi ("Faithful", "Reliable"), and now the correct name is "Almaty". They will say that "Almaty" means "A city of apples", and that here they grow apples weighing a kilogram.
You will find out the reason for multinationality of Alma-Ata population, and learn when the capital had moved to Astana. You will hear about constant danger of earthquakes.
All the theatres, museums, parks, monuments, sports facilities, restaurants, clubs, touristic mountain routes will become known to you...
...But I'm going to reveal you one thing that your guides usually forget to say or conceal. Alma-Ata is the best place on Earth.
- In a nutshell:Sun, fruits, mountains, friends
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Yes, take a walk! How else are you going to see the best place on Earth? Feel the melting sun, get into a crowded tram,... more travel advice
Medeo Dam
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Almaty is located at about 1000 meters above the sea level. And when you travel in mountains (even a one-day trip),... more travel advice
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Comments (6)
I had a great time in Almaty - was there in June when all was so green and lovely. leyle
Hi! going to almaty this sunday for business..nice info:) but "zhigulevskoye" beer is russian and i remember it was sold in russia since soviet times:)) angela
i'm going to almaty next week for a few days and your tips were very helpful! thanks!
Great pages and photos on Almaty. It looks like you enjoyed it there as much as I did.
Nice pix! Nice page :)
nice pics and tips on almaty. thank you for sharing.