Kazakhstan, officially the Republic of Kazakhstan, is a landlocked country primarily in Central Asia, with a small portion in Eastern Europe. It borders Russia to the north and west, China to the east, Kyrgyzstan to the southeast, Uzbekistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest, with a coastline along the Caspian Sea. Its capital is Astana, while the largest city and leading cultural and commercial hub is Almaty.

Population: 19 million (approx)
Area: 2,724,900 km²
Coordinates: Latitude: 51.166667938232, Longitude: 71.433334350586

Living Expenses

Rent 1 Bedroom (City Center): KZT 150,000 - 300,000
Rent 1 Bedroom (Outside Center): KZT 80,000 - 180,000
Groceries per Person/Month: KZT 40,000 - 80,000
Utilities (Monthly): KZT 20,000 - 40,000
Internet (Monthly): KZT 5,000 - 10,000
Dining Out (Cheap Meal): KZT 1,500 - 3,500

Transportation

Bus/Tram/Metro Monthly Pass: KZT 8,000 - 12,000
Taxi Start Price: KZT 600 - 1,200
Taxi per km: KZT 150 - 300
Bike Rental (if available): KZT 200 - 500 per ride

Average Salaries by Profession

Average Net Salary: KZT 250,000 - 600,000
Software Engineer: KZT 500,000 - 1,200,000
IT Support / Technician: KZT 200,000 - 500,000
Teacher: KZT 180,000 - 400,000
Doctor / Physician: KZT 600,000 - 1,500,000
Nurse: KZT 200,000 - 400,000
Civil Engineer: KZT 300,000 - 700,000
Architect: KZT 400,000 - 900,000
Accountant: KZT 200,000 - 500,000
Bank Employee: KZT 250,000 - 600,000
Police Officer: KZT 180,000 - 400,000
Lawyer: KZT 500,000 - 1,200,000
Restaurant Manager: KZT 200,000 - 500,000
Waiter / Waitress: KZT 100,000 - 250,000
Retail Cashier: KZT 100,000 - 250,000
Construction Worker: KZT 120,000 - 300,000
Driver: KZT 120,000 - 350,000
Security Guard: KZT 100,000 - 250,000
Graphic Designer: KZT 200,000 - 500,000
Digital Marketer: KZT 200,000 - 600,000
Hotel Receptionist: KZT 100,000 - 250,000

Family Costs (Family of 4)

Rent 3 Bedroom: KZT 400,000 - 800,000
Groceries (Family of 4): KZT 150,000 - 300,000
Utilities (Monthly): KZT 40,000 - 80,000
Internet: KZT 8,000 - 15,000
Transportation: KZT 20,000 - 40,000

Top Attractions

Bayterek Tower
Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
Almaty Central Park
Shymbulak Ski Resort
Big Almaty Lake

Major Events

Nauryz Festival
Astana International Film Festival
Almaty Jazz Festival
City Day Celebrations
Kazakhstan Independence Day

Source: tokazakhstan.com

Kazakhstan Travel Videos – Astana, Almaty, Big Almaty Lake & Scenic 4K Tours

🇰🇿 Kazakhstan Travel Videos

Explore Kazakhstan’s cities, landmarks, lakes, canyons, and nature through real 4K travel videos

1. Wonders of Kazakhstan | Most Amazing Places in 4K

Shows the captivating natural beauty of Kazakh landscapes such as Kolsai Lake, Charyn Canyon, waterfalls, mountains, rivers, and city highlights including Astana and Shymbulak.

2. 4K Kazakhstan Drone – Astana from Above

An aerial look at Kazakhstan’s ultramodern capital, Astana (formerly Nur-Sultan), with drone views of its skyline and iconic buildings like Bayterek Tower.

3. Big Almaty Lake & Mountains – Scenic 4K Nature Tour

Experience the stunning Big Almaty Lake and the mountain scenery around Almaty with peaceful panoramic footage of nature and surrounding peaks.

4. Charyn Canyon Kazakhstan | Epic 4K Landscape Tour

Charyn Canyon is often called the “Valley of Castles” for its dramatic rock formations, and this video takes you on a breathtaking journey through one of Kazakhstan’s most spectacular natural sites.

5. Kazakhstan Travel: Almaty City & Culture Tour

A deeper look at Almaty’s city life, parks, streets, and cultural spots, giving a feel for urban Kazakhstan outside the capital.

6. Kazakhstan Documentary – Largest Country in Central Asia

This wider documentary-style video covers Kazakhstan’s culture, history, and geography, giving context to what makes the country unique.

Best for Cities

Astana and Almaty feature modern architecture, skyline views, urban culture, and historic parks.

Best for Nature

Charyn Canyon, Big Almaty Lake, and Kolsai Lakes highlight Kazakhstan’s vast and dramatic natural beauty.

Best for Drone Views

Drone footage of the capital and mountains gives cinematic context and broader scenery.

Best for Culture

Travel guides and documentaries help viewers understand Kazakhstan’s geography, history, and modern identity.

Kazakhstan News

Latest News from Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan Presents Cultural Heritage at Passport DC Festival in Washington

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – More than 5,300 visitors explored Kazakh traditions, music and cuisine as the Embassy of Kazakhstan took part in the annual Passport DC Festival on May 2 in Washington DC, the United States, presenting the country’s cultural heritage to the American public. The event brought together over 70 embassies in the U.S. capital, offering… The post Kazakhstan Presents Cultural Heritage at Passport DC Festival in Washington appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 09:35:44 +0000

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‘Going Green’ is Not Western Conception: Ecology is Part of Kazakh Cultural Heritage

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. What does it mean to be in harmony with nature? The recent Regional Ecological Summit, which took place April 22-24 in Astana, put ecology in Central Asia at the center of the conversation. The region is at risk of facing a large-scale environmental disaster as it grapples with desertification, plastic pollution, waste management and lowering… The post ‘Going Green’ is Not Western Conception: Ecology is Part of Kazakh Cultural Heritage appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 09:08:37 +0000

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Kazakhstan Celebrates 130 Years of Theater Icon Seraly Kozhamkulov

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan marks the 130th anniversary of Seraly Kozhamkulov, one of the founders of the Kazakh national theater and a towering figure in the country’s cultural history, on May 5. Kozhamkulov was born in 1896 in a village in the Kostanai Region. From 1913 to 1916, he studied at the Uazifa school in Troitsk,… The post Kazakhstan Celebrates 130 Years of Theater Icon Seraly Kozhamkulov appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:29 +0000

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Tokayev Highlights AI Ambitions at GITEX Forum, Meets Global Tech Leaders

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined the country’s ambition to become a fully digital state within three years as he visited the GITEX AI Central Asia & Caucasus 2026 exhibition and held talks with global technology leaders on May 4. The event, part of the global GITEX platform, brought together international companies, investors and… The post Tokayev Highlights AI Ambitions at GITEX Forum, Meets Global Tech Leaders appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 07:25:37 +0000

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Can Kazakhstan Succeed On Path to Eurasian Aviation Hub?

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan has set an ambitious goal of becoming an international aviation hub, with several of its major airports transforming to compete on the global stage. Yerlan Ospanov, owner of the Saryarka Airport in Karagandy, spoke with Astana Times about what it takes to build a true aviation hub, where Kazakhstan stands today, and… The post Can Kazakhstan Succeed On Path to Eurasian Aviation Hub? appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 06:52:56 +0000

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Almaty Opens Kazakhstan’s First Crematorium

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Almaty has launched Kazakhstan’s first crematorium, marking a significant development in the country’s urban and public health infrastructure. The facility, now part of the City Pathological Anatomical Bureau under the Public Health Department, offers cremation as a voluntary and environmentally regulated alternative to traditional burial practices, the city’s akimat (administration) reported on April… The post Almaty Opens Kazakhstan’s First Crematorium appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 05:39:55 +0000

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Kazakhstan’s Mineral Wealth Faces Hard Reality

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s mining sector sits on a paradox. It holds some of the world’s most strategically relevant mineral reserves, yet struggles to attract capital where it matters most at the earliest and riskiest stages of exploration. As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, the constraint is no longer geology, but the ability to turn… The post Kazakhstan’s Mineral Wealth Faces Hard Reality appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:22 +0000

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Astana Charity Gala Raises Funds for Children with Special Needs Through Auction Event

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – A charity gala dinner and auction titled La La Land: A Night of Hope, held on April 30, raised more than 17 million tenge (US$36,695) to support children with special needs. Organized by the Rotary Club of Astana at The Ritz-Carlton, the event brought together business leaders, diplomats, and public figures to support… The post Astana Charity Gala Raises Funds for Children with Special Needs Through Auction Event appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 14:20:12 +0000

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Trust Drives Surge in Foreign Investment in Kazakhstan’s Bond Market, Says Senior Official

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. SAMARKAND – The development of capital markets ultimately reflects the maturity of a country’s financial system, with trust emerging as the decisive factor, said Nurzhan Tursunkhanov, deputy chairperson of Kazakhstan’s Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market. Tursunkhanov addressed a panel session at the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) 59th Annual Meeting of the… The post Trust Drives Surge in Foreign Investment in Kazakhstan’s Bond Market, Says Senior Official appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 13:30:27 +0000

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Kazakhstan Pushes for Full AI Transition to Avoid Economic Stagnation

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan must rapidly shift to a fully integrated, data-driven economy powered by artificial intelligence, as failure to do so could leave the country behind in the global technological race, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the second meeting of the Council for the Development of Artificial Intelligence on May 4 in Almaty. Addressing government… The post Kazakhstan Pushes for Full AI Transition to Avoid Economic Stagnation appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 12:33:27 +0000

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V Евразийский экономический форум пройдет в Астане 28-29 мая

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 14:59:00 +0600

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Последний герой

В Астане остался единственный ветеран Великой Отечественной войны

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 14:17:00 +0600

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Акимы на «счётчике»

Бектенов поручил до конца августа подготовить регионы к зиме

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 13:40:00 +0600

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Делают всё возможное

Врачи борются за жизнь пострадавшего во время ЧП на "Казцинке"

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 13:00:00 +0600

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Роман Скляр возглавил Администрацию президента

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 12:20:00 +0600

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С работы не вернутся...

В результате ЧП на «Казцинке» погибли два человека

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 11:26:00 +0600

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Вот это «хлопок»…

На "Казцинке" в Усть-Каменогорске произошло ЧП

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 10:48:00 +0600

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5 ТЭЦ вышли из "красной" зоны

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 10:43:00 +0600

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АФМ завершило расследование дела о завышении цен на лекарства

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 09:06:00 +0600

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Аэропорт Алматы привлекли к ответственности

Published: Tue, 05 May 2026 08:28:00 +0600

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Инсулиновое новшество

С 2027 года государство потратит 1,5 млрд тенге на приобретение инсулиновых помп.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 20:56:00 +0600

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Миграционный форсаж

В Казахстане внедряют инструмент "Алтын виза".

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 20:50:00 +0600

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Хьюстон, у вас проблемы!

Сборная Казахстана по робототехнике взяла 12 наград на чемпионате в Хьюстоне.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 20:20:00 +0600

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Опасный Гонконг

Семь лет получат казахстанцы в Гонконге за использование электронных сигарет.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 20:00:00 +0600

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Грузовик с секретом

Узбекский дальнобойщик доставлял в Казахстан соотечественников-нелегалов.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 18:35:00 +0600

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Руда не приходит одна

В Казахстане появился новый иностранный инвестор - вроде бы частный, но с государственными деньгами и громкой фамилией ТРАМП.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:00 +0600

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Не зарастёт тропа народная

В 1,3 миллиарда тенге обойдется дорога к Волчьему водопаду в Актюбинской области.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 18:08:00 +0600

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Попробовали - получили

В актюбинском Шалкаре осудили трех бывших бухгалтеров, "объевших" школу на десятки миллионов тенге.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 18:06:00 +0600

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Бангкокский транзит

11 килограммов гашиша изъяли полицейские в Международном аэропорту Алматы.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 18:03:00 +0600

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Трагедия на рельсах

В Караганде локомотив совершил наезд на 48-летнего монтера пути.

Published: Mon, 04 May 2026 17:50:00 +0600

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