Located in the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains in southern Kazakhstan, near the border with Kyrgyzstan, Almaty stands as a pivotal center of culture, commerce, finance and innovation.

Almaty, former capital of Kazakhstan. The city lies in the northern foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau. It remains the country’s largest city and an important industrial center and has a number of cultural institutions, including museums, performance centers, …

Oct 7, 2024 · Fringed by the mighty Tian Shan mountains, Almaty, Kazakhstan ’s largest city and onetime capital, is a terrific starting point for any adventure in this vast Central Asian country.

Mar 1, 2022 · Almaty is easily one of the most underrated cities I have ever been to. Located in the southeastern part of Kazakhstan, it is, without a doubt, the cultural heartbeat of Kazakhstan. The city is vibrant, resilient, and has so much to offer travelers.

Set against towering peaks striped with ski runs, Almaty mixes tradition with modern flair. While locals still meet up for steamy Russian baths, traditional Kazakh delicacies, and countless cups of tea, the city's gleaming malls and wild nightclubs are downright futuristic.

The leafy city of Almaty (Alma-Ata; Алматы), with a backdrop of the snowcapped Zailiysky Alatau, has always been among the more appealing Russian creations in Central Asia.

Almaty (Kazakh: Алматы; formerly known as Alma-Ata (Алма-Ата), also Verniy, (Верный)) is the largest city in Kazakhstan. It has a population of over 1,700,000 people (as of 2015). [2] Eight percent of the population of the country live in Almaty. …

Jul 27, 2023 · Almaty sits serenely at the base of the majestic Tian Shan Mountains and is surrounded by stunning national parks, epic canyons, and sparkling ski resorts, much of which are just a short drive from town. Almaty tends to be the hub for …

Nov 8, 2024 · Since the collapse of the USSR, Kazakhstan’s largest city (population 2.2 million and growing) has evolved to become the star of Central Asia. Here’s what makes Almaty worth a visit.

Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan, is a vibrant cultural hub nestled at the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. Boasting a rich history, stunning natural beauty, and a thriving arts scene, Almaty offers visitors a unique blend of urban sophistication and picturesque landscapes.