Kazakhstan

Steppe, canyons and futuristic capitals.

US travel advisory: Level 1 · checked 2026-11-02
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This is a first draft of the Kazakhstan list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Must-See

Must-See
Nature · Canyons

Almaty and Charyn Canyon

A leafy city by mountains, near Kazakhstan's grand canyon and Big Almaty Lake.

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Worth a Detour

Worth a Detour
Cities · Architecture

Astana

A futuristic capital, risen from the steppe.

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If You're Nearby

If You're Nearby
Spiritual · UNESCO

Turkistan

A grand Timurid mausoleum.

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If You're Nearby
Heritage · Space

Baikonur

See a Soyuz launch, on a special permit.

Guide Coming Soon

On the Map

Grey pins: guides still being written.