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

EDB: Kazakhstan Maintains Growth, Strengthens Position Amid Tighter Global Financing Conditions

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s resilient economic growth, moderate public debt and strong external buffers are strengthening its ability to access global capital markets despite tighter borrowing conditions worldwide, according to the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) September Macroeconomic Outlook. The EDB experts said the economy continued to expand this year, with GDP growing 4.1% year-on-year in January-July,… The post EDB: Kazakhstan Maintains Growth, Strengthens Position Amid Tighter Global Financing Conditions appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:46:49 +0000

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Kazakhstan Takes Lead as Central Asia Expands Space Cooperation

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a Central Asian space hub as the nation expands its satellite and spacecraft capabilities and deepens regional cooperation, including discussions on a proposed Central Asia Space Agency. The ambitions were highlighted at Space Days Kazakhstan 2026, an international forum taking place in Astana on Sept. 7–9. The event… The post Kazakhstan Takes Lead as Central Asia Expands Space Cooperation appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:55:53 +0000

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Caspian Sea’s Decline Raises Water Security Concerns As Kazakhstan Strengthens Management

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – The rapid decline of the Caspian Sea is emerging as one of Kazakhstan’s most complex water and environmental challenges, with falling water levels threatening ecosystems, fisheries, coastal infrastructure and communities. As the country strengthens its broader water management system, the changing Caspian is adding urgency to efforts to improve how Kazakhstan monitors and… The post Caspian Sea’s Decline Raises Water Security Concerns As Kazakhstan Strengthens Management appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:32:01 +0000

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Experts Say Kazakhstan’s Youth Advantage Won’t Last Without Action

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan has one of the relatively young population structures globally, with people under 18 accounting for 34.2% of the population in 2025 and placing the country 80th among 163 countries and territories. Experts say the large share of children gives Kazakhstan a potential demographic dividend, but realizing that opportunity will depend on education,… The post Experts Say Kazakhstan’s Youth Advantage Won’t Last Without Action appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:22:31 +0000

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Joint Statement by Ministers of Foreign Affairs of States Parties on Occasion of 20th Anniversary of Signing of CANWFZ Treaty

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. We, the Foreign Ministers of the States Parties to the Treaty on a Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia (hereinafter referred to as the “CANWFZ Treaty”), on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the signing of the CANWFZ Treaty in Semipalatinsk reaffirming our commitment to humanity’s common goal of achieving a world free of nuclear… The post Joint Statement by Ministers of Foreign Affairs of States Parties on Occasion of 20th Anniversary of Signing of CANWFZ Treaty appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:30:31 +0000

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US Lawmaker Urges End to Cold War-Era Trade Restrictions on Kazakhstan

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — The United States should establish permanent normal trade relations with Kazakhstan and offer greater economic opportunities rather than pressure the country to choose between Washington, Moscow and Beijing, Congressman Jimmy Panetta said during a Hudson Institute discussion on Sept. 2, as Washington weighs how to deepen its economic and strategic engagement with Central… The post US Lawmaker Urges End to Cold War-Era Trade Restrictions on Kazakhstan appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:12:07 +0000

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Kazakhstan’s Tourism Sector Enters New Growth Phase As Investment And Visitor Numbers Rise

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s tourism sector is entering a new stage of development as investment, visitor numbers and transport connectivity expand, with the industry increasingly positioned as a contributor to economic growth rather than simply a recreational sector. The sector’s total contribution to Kazakhstan’s economy reached 5 trillion tenge (US$9.26 billion) in 2025, while employment exceeded… The post Kazakhstan’s Tourism Sector Enters New Growth Phase As Investment And Visitor Numbers Rise appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:14:53 +0000

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Next Opportunity in Central Asian Wealth Management: Singapore-AIFC Corridor

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. For much of the past three decades, the international wealth-management conversation has centred on a relatively small number of financial centres: Switzerland, Singapore, Hong Kong, London and until Donald Trump’s special military operation against Iran, Dubai. Central Asia has rarely featured prominently in that discussion. That may be beginning to change. Kazakhstan’s Astana International Financial… The post Next Opportunity in Central Asian Wealth Management: Singapore-AIFC Corridor appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:03:17 +0000

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S&P Sees Stronger Bank Oversight in Kazakhstan as Credit Growth Slows

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – S&P Global Ratings improved its assessment of Kazakhstan’s banking industry risk and upgraded or raised the outlooks on several financial institutions, citing stronger supervision as credit growth and banking-sector profits slowed in the first seven months of 2026. In its Sept. 4 release, S&P said stronger supervision, banks’ capital buffers and Kazakhstan’s sovereign… The post S&P Sees Stronger Bank Oversight in Kazakhstan as Credit Growth Slows appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:17:58 +0000

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World Nomad Games: Where Sport Meets Spirit of Steppe

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The sixth World Nomad Games (WNG) came to a close in the Kyrgyz Republic on Sept. 6, leaving a lasting impression on athletes, visitors, volunteers and everyone who helped bring the event to life. For six days, the games were filled with color, energy and the competitive spirit of athletes determined to win,… The post World Nomad Games: Where Sport Meets Spirit of Steppe appeared first on The Astana Times.

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:12:15 +0000

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Стационар, а не тюрьма

Актюбинского подростка, признавшегося в убийстве матери, будут лечить от психического расстройства

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0600

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Бухар-Жырауский суд сохранил водительские права автолюбителю из-за его матери

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:40:00 +0600

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Бектенов высказался о дефиците кадров и засилье экспатов

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0600

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Казахстан и Китай договорились о взаимном признании водительских прав

Published: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0600

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Победа за нами!

Скандалом обернулись прошедшие в Кыргызстане VI Всемирные игры кочевников, в которых приняли участие около 3 тысяч спортсменов из 113 стран

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:20:00 +0600

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Щекотливое предложение

Казахстан может стать безопасным складом для российских товаров

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:23:00 +0600

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Спрос есть, денег - нет

Ипотечный рынок Казахстана показал одновременно две противоположные тенденции

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:20:00 +0600

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Нам нельзя проиграть

Как поговорить с подростками, чтобы их не стошнило от нотаций? Тема вечная

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:02:00 +0600

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Пример, достойный подражания

Образцовую семью, которую можно брать как модель для молодоженов, выбрали в Шымкенте

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:47:00 +0600

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Даже 1,5 МРП имеет значение

Отдел занятости нарушил права помощников лиц с инвалидностью

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0600

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Рассрочка без остановки

Когда небольшие платежи становятся большой нагрузкой

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:18:00 +0600

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Подсудимых признали виновными

В Щучинске вынесли приговор по делу о взрыве в кафе "Центр плова"

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0600

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Мебельщики "обставили" клиентов

В Астане мошенники получили по шесть лет тюрьмы за схему с изготовлением мебели на заказ

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0600

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Бюро Курултая подготовило регламент работы однопалатного парламента

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:54:00 +0600

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Казахстанские прыгуны с трамплина завоевали два золота на этапе Кубка FIS

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:50:00 +0600

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Жизнь спасена

В Шымкенте впервые проведена операция по пересадке стволовых клеток

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0600

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Честное показывают

Скульптура не обязательно про красивое. Современный автор может быть невероятно острым, публицистичным и смелым

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:51:00 +0600

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"Кайрат" стал теневым фаворитом

В 25-м туре чемпионата Казахстана по футболу случилась сенсация

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0600

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В Казахстане подорожали 19 продуктов питания

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:18:00 +0600

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Время умных и креативных

Программа Startup Orda-2026 помогает IT-предпринимателям

Published: Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:14:00 +0600

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