Baiterek Tower is a monument and observation tower in Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. It is quite popular among foreign tourists in What to see in Kazakhstan first · 1. Astana-Baiterek Monument · 2. Khan Shatyr · 3. Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum · 4. Baikonur cosmodromeKazakhstan – Top Places to See · ALMATY · Medeu & Shymbulak · Nur-Sultan · Turkistan city & Yassawi Mausoleum · Altyn Emel National Park · The ninth-largest country in the world, Kazakhstan covers a vast swathe of territory in Central Asia. While many people imagine it to be solely made up of endless, featureless steppe, dramatic mountains, canyons, lakes, and valleys can be found dotted about here and there.
Despite its size, Kazakhstan is very sparsely populated, with the main cities of Almaty and Astana (its capital) being home to the majority of its population – which is the wealthiest in the region thanks to its large oil and gas reserves.
Often overlooked by tourists, the country has a wealth of incredible sights for you to check out. As you’ll often be the only foreigner there, you’re sure to experience the locals’ welcoming nature and hospitality, as they are keen to share Kazakhstan’s many wonders with you. Explore this Central Asian country with our list of the best places to visit in Kazakhstan.
