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 Warns of Global ‘Trust Deficit’ as Foreign Minister Addresses UN General Assembly

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan called for renewed diplomacy to end the wars in the region while condemning attacks on infrastructure carrying its crude oil through the Black Sea as Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi addressed the UN General Assembly on Sept. 25, warning of a deepening breakdown in international cooperation. “We remain deeply concerned by the Ukrainian… The post Kazakhstan Warns of Global ‘Trust Deficit’ as Foreign Minister Addresses UN General Assembly appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 08:00:26 +0000

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Last Weekend of September: What’s On in Astana and Almaty

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The final weekend of September features a variety of cultural events, including ballet, theater and concerts. The Astana Times editorial team has curated a lineup of events taking place this weekend. Astana “The Silk Road” ballet, Sept. 27 Travel back to the era of the Great Silk Road through an evening of dance,… The post Last Weekend of September: What’s On in Astana and Almaty appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 04:00:14 +0000

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Kazakhstan Continues to Investigate Mangystau Military Tragedy, Five Officials Detained

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Five military officials have been detained as part of a pretrial investigation into the deaths of service members during a military exercise in the Mangystau Region, Deputy Interior Minister Sanzhar Adilov said at a Sept. 25 government commission meeting in Aktau. The meeting reviewed the progress of the investigation and measures to support… The post Kazakhstan Continues to Investigate Mangystau Military Tragedy, Five Officials Detained appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:05:15 +0000

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Kazakhstan Plans to Raise Oil Refining Capacity to Nearly 30 Million Tonnes by 2031

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to increase the combined capacity of its three existing oil refineries from 17.5 million to 28.8 million tonnes per year as the government moves to meet growing domestic demand for petroleum products and considers construction of a fourth refinery. The plans were discussed at a Sept. 23 government meeting chaired by… The post Kazakhstan Plans to Raise Oil Refining Capacity to Nearly 30 Million Tonnes by 2031 appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:00:54 +0000

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Kazakhstan, China Advance $440 Million Robotics Localization Project

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Chinese robotics manufacturer UBTech Robotics are advancing a $440 million project to localize robotics production in Kazakhstan, with plans covering manufacturing, research and development, programming and the creation of new jobs. The project was announced on the sidelines of the Kazakhstan–China Investment Forum, which opened Sept. 25 at Koktobe Hall in… The post Kazakhstan, China Advance $440 Million Robotics Localization Project appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:50:17 +0000

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Tokayev Calls for New Investment Model as Kazakhstan, China Deepen Economic Partnership

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan and China should move from individual investment projects toward integrated production ecosystems, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said Sept. 25 at the Kazakhstan-China Investment Forum in Almaty, outlining transport, industry, critical minerals, digitalization and agriculture as key areas for deeper cooperation. More than 600 delegates, including Chinese corporations, Kazakh businesses, government bodies and development… The post Tokayev Calls for New Investment Model as Kazakhstan, China Deepen Economic Partnership appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:44:06 +0000

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Kazakhstan Launches Direct Flights From Almaty to Chongqing

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s low-cost airline FlyArystan has launched regular flights on a new route connecting Almaty with Chongqing, expanding Kazakhstan’s air connectivity with China. The new service began on Sept. 23 and will operate twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, using Airbus A320neo aircraft, according to the Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of… The post Kazakhstan Launches Direct Flights From Almaty to Chongqing appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:15:27 +0000

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News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Political Reform, AI Push and Investment Potential

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest covers constitutional reform, the country’s drive to become a regional AI hub, nuclear energy cooperation, investment opportunities and Astana’s new airport project. Kazakhstan’s new political era: Constitutional reform EU Reporter published an article examining Kazakhstan’s post-referendum… The post News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Political Reform, AI Push and Investment Potential appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:31:45 +0000

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India, Kazakhstan Seek to Turn Strategic Partnership Into Deeper Trade and Investment Ties

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – India and Kazakhstan should translate their strong political partnership into deeper trade, investment, digital and energy cooperation, participants said at the India-Kazakhstan Strategic Dialogue on Sept. 24. During the India-Kazakhstan: Anchoring Regional Stability and Economic Integration in a Multilateral World session, speakers highlighted the gap between close political ties and relatively modest bilateral… The post India, Kazakhstan Seek to Turn Strategic Partnership Into Deeper Trade and Investment Ties appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:21:55 +0000

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Search Operation Ends After Bodies of Two Missing Service Officers Found In Caspian Sea

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s search-and-rescue operation in the Caspian Sea has officially ended after the bodies of two service officers who had been missing following a military exercise were found on Sept. 25, bringing the death toll from the incident to 14. The bodies were found at around 9:15 a.m. on Sept. 25 during continuous search… The post Search Operation Ends After Bodies of Two Missing Service Officers Found In Caspian Sea appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:25:30 +0000

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0600

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Под единым шаныраком

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0600

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Жанибек сорвал Банк

После неожиданной отмены чемпионских боев казахстанские боксеры-профессионалы получили новых соперников

Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0600

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Осенний марафет

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0600

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0600

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Игра за колючкой

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0600

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0600

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:09:00 +0600

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Такая у них работа

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Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:23:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0600

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Мягко не будет

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0600

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Ток с нами

Как Казахстан избежал нового блэкаута

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:42:00 +0600

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А сотрудник-то не настоящий!

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:40:00 +0600

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Казахстан впервые принял участие во встрече стран «Авраамских соглашений»

Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:09:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:40:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:13:00 +0600

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Published: Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0600

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