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Astana Travel Guide: 50 reviews and 64 photos
Astana (Kazakh: Астана; former names include Akmola, Tselinograd, and Aqmola), estimated population of 577,300 (2007),is the third largest city and the capital of Kazakhstan since December 10, 1997. The name "Astana", which in Kazakh language means "Capital city".
The current mayor of Astana is Askar Mamin, formerly Minister for Transportation. He was appointed mayor on 25 September 2006.
In 1999, Astana had a population of 281,000. The ethnic mix was about 30% Kazakh and 70% Russian, Ukrainian, and German.
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Climatically Astana is one of the coldest capitals in the world, with temperatures of -35 to -40 °C common in the late... more travel advice
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"Bayterek" has become a popular tourist attaction with visitors and native Kazakhstanis alike, symbolizing the new... more travel advice
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Especially the russian music is played at the night club. Enterence fee depends on whether if they have a show: without... more travel advice
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Great tips and photos. I especially enjoyed the tips and photos on Bayterek. Best from New Jersey, Bill
Ilhan! That is a great faraway place to visit!
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