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

Avaza and Kazakhstan’s Eurasian Framework of Access. How Astana Uses Multilateral Formats to Manage Connectivity

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. Over two days in Turkmenistan’s Avaza resort area, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in high-level meetings. On Oct. 8, the eighth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia convened for the first time with Azerbaijan as a full participant. On Oct. 9, the CIS Council of Heads of State and the first… The post Avaza and Kazakhstan’s Eurasian Framework of Access. How Astana Uses Multilateral Formats to Manage Connectivity appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:44:02 +0000

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How Export Growth Helped Kazakhstan Return to Current Account Surplus

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan recorded a $2.4 billion current account surplus in the first half of 2026, equivalent to 1.6% of gross domestic product (GDP), reversing a $3.6 billion deficit in the same period last year, as export growth outpaced imports, according to the National Bank. The improvement follows a $13.1 billion current account deficit in… The post How Export Growth Helped Kazakhstan Return to Current Account Surplus appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:51:38 +0000

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Rybakina Confirms Participation in 2026 WTA Finals in Indian Wells

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina has confirmed her participation in the 2026 WTA Finals, which will take place in Indian Wells, California, from Nov. 8 to 15. In a video message published on the Women’s Tennis Association’s (WTA) official social media accounts, the world No. 1 expressed her excitement about qualifying for the season-ending tournament.… The post Rybakina Confirms Participation in 2026 WTA Finals in Indian Wells appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:39:41 +0000

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Kazakhstan Bridges Distances With Major Transport Upgrades

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan built, reconstructed and repaired more than 19,000 kilometers of roads between 2023 and 2025, while expanding railway infrastructure and domestic flight connections to improve regional connectivity and strengthen its transit capacity. The modernization program includes major infrastructure projects and digital technologies aimed at reducing travel times, improving passenger mobility and accelerating freight… The post Kazakhstan Bridges Distances With Major Transport Upgrades appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:20:43 +0000

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Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Legacy Offers Lessons in Age of AI and Geopolitical Rivalry

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Thirty-five years after Kazakhstan closed the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site and began giving up the nuclear arsenal it inherited from the Soviet Union, the world is moving back toward a security environment in which nuclear weapons are again seen by some as an answer rather than a danger. That was one of the… The post Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Legacy Offers Lessons in Age of AI and Geopolitical Rivalry appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 04:30:24 +0000

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Jackie Chan Highlights Kazakhstan’s Film Potential After ‘Armour of God IV: Ultimatum’ Shoot

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Filming of the international action film “Armour of God IV: Ultimatum,” starring legendary actor Jackie Chan, has concluded in Kazakhstan, showcasing the country’s potential as a destination for major international film productions. The project, Salem Entertainment’s first international production, was filmed in Almaty and the Almaty and Mangystau Regions, with support from Kazakhstan’s… The post Jackie Chan Highlights Kazakhstan’s Film Potential After ‘Armour of God IV: Ultimatum’ Shoot appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:28:49 +0000

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Tokayev Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation at Central Asia-Azerbaijan Summit

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for stronger economic integration, transport connectivity, water cooperation and artificial intelligence partnerships among Central Asian states and Azerbaijan at the eighth Consultative Meeting of Heads of State of Central Asia and Azerbaijan in Avaza on Oct. 8. Held in the year marking 35 years of independence of the… The post Tokayev Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation at Central Asia-Azerbaijan Summit appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:30:46 +0000

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Kazakhstan’s Government Securities Added to J.P. Morgan Watchlist for Potential GBI-EM Inclusion

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s government securities have been placed on J.P. Morgan’s Index Watch – Positive list for potential inclusion in the Government Bond Index – Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), marking further progress in integrating the country’s government securities market into international capital markets. Market accessibility under review The status was assigned as part of J.P. Morgan’s… The post Kazakhstan’s Government Securities Added to J.P. Morgan Watchlist for Potential GBI-EM Inclusion appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:19:11 +0000

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Kazakhstan, UK Reaffirm Commitment to Expanding Strategic Partnership

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received UK Minister of State for Trade Lord Anas Sarwar on Oct. 7 to discuss strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties and expanding cooperation in energy, transport, digitalization and artificial intelligence. Strong trade and investment ties Tokayev highlighted the importance Kazakhstan attaches to developing relations with the United Kingdom, noting… The post Kazakhstan, UK Reaffirm Commitment to Expanding Strategic Partnership appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:58:33 +0000

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Kazakh FM Takes Part in CIS and Regional Meetings in Turkmenbashi

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi took part in a regular meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and a meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Central Asian states and Azerbaijan in Turkmenbashi on Oct. 7. CIS ministers prepare for upcoming summit The CIS foreign ministers… The post Kazakh FM Takes Part in CIS and Regional Meetings in Turkmenbashi appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:22:11 +0000

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Машина - газует, следствие - тормозит

Адвокат заявляет о серьезной волоките в деле о страшном наезде на женщину

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:13:00 +0600

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Где ваше кимоно?

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Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:08:00 +0600

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Дружба с первого визита

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Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:55:00 +0600

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В Астане банда вымогателей похищала мужчин с помощью Telegram

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:38:00 +0600

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Минздрав предлагает предоставлять казахстанцам базовые обследования без страховки

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0600

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Компания в Актобе переработала 1 400 тонн опасных отходов без лицензии

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0600

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Казахстан на стыке коридоров

Транзит по ТМТМ вырос на 58%

Published: Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:45:00 +0600

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Когда правила чуднее счётчика…

С умными водосчётчиками в Казахстане получился настоящий коммунальный ребус

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:29:00 +0600

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Токаев и Бердымухамедов обсудили проекты в энергетике и транзите

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:22:00 +0600

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КНБ раскрыл ущерб от коррупции на 3,7 млрд тенге

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0600

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В Казахстане утвердили правила применения ИИ на производстве

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0600

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Казахстан выйдет на профицит электроэнергии к 2029 году

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:44:00 +0600

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Вода, рельсы и нейросети

Пять ключевых инициатив Токаева на саммите в Туркменистане

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:01:00 +0600

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Актриса рассказала корреспонденту "Времени" о своих планах

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:15:00 +0600

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Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:02:00 +0600

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Вот, левый поворот, что он нам несёт…

К новому Дворцу школьников в Семее, построенному в кольцевой развязке, нельзя добраться без риска для жизни

Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:19:00 +0600

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Токаев посетит Туркменистан с рабочим визитом

Published: Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:22:00 +0600

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Иностранец за пять месяцев схлопотал три десятка протоколов и депортацию

Published: Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:50:00 +0600

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Published: Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:40:00 +0600

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