Things to see in Nur-Sultan
Nur-Sultan is the capital of Kazakhstan, with an urban population of about 346 thousand. Below are 16 notable places within about 7 km of the centre, ranked by how widely they are covered on Wikipedia.
1Bayterek History
Baiterek is a monument and observation tower in Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. A tourist attraction popular with foreign visitors and Kazakhs, it is emblematic of the city, which became capital of the country in 1997.
2Nur-Astana Mosque Place of worship
The Nur-Astana Mosque, is a mosque in Astana, Kazakhstan. It is third largest mosque in Central Asia.
3Astana Opera Arts & culture
Astana Opera is an opera house in Astana, Kazakhstan, on the basis of an executive order of Nursultan Nazarbayev.
4Palace of Peace and Reconciliation Landmark
The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, also translated as the Pyramid of Peace and Accord, is a 62-metre-high (203 ft) pyramid in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, that serves as a non-denominational national spiritual centre and event venue.
5Khazret Sultan Mosque Place of worship
The Hazrat Sultan Mosque is a Friday mosque in Astana, Kazakhstan.
6Otan Korgaushilar Monument History
Otan Korgaushilar Monument is a city memorial in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. It is in Defenders of the Fatherland Square near Tauelsizdik Avenue.
7Abu Dhabi Plaza Landmark
Abu Dhabi Plaza is a mixed-use development complex in the very center of Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. As of 2022, the tallest tower of Abu Dhabi Plaza at 310.8 metres (1,020 ft) is the tallest building in Kazakhstan and Central Asia.
8Ramstore Bridge Landmark
The Qaraötkel Bridge, also known as Ramstor Bridge is an arch bridge spanning the Ishim River in Astana, Kazakhstan. It was built between 2007 and 2008 as a road bridge crossing the Ishim River.
9Kazakhstan Central Concert Hall Arts & culture
The Central Concert Hall is a center for performing arts in Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. It was designed by Italian architect Manfredi Nicoletti and inaugurated by the President of Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev, on the nation's Independence Day, 15 December, in 2009.
10Our Mother of Perpetual Help Cathedral, Astana Place of worship
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Cathedral is the Catholic Cathedral of Astana, Kazakhstan, and the headquarters of the Archdiocese of Mary Most Holy in Astana (Archidioecesis Sanctae Mariae in Astana).
11The Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Museum
The Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan is a museum situated in Astana. It was established by Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan on August 28, 2004.
12Emerald Towers Landmark
The Emerald Towers, also known as the Emerald Quarter, is an office building complex in Astana, Kazakhstan, consisting of two skyscrapers designated as Block A and Block B. Block A rises 151 m (495 ft) tall with 37 floors, while Block B stands at 201 m (659 ft) tall with 49 floors.
13Lovers' Park (Astana) Park
Lovers' Park, also known as Youth Park is an urban park in Astana, Kazakhstan. It was opened on 6 July 2005 on the Capital City Day celebration.
14Grand Alatau Landmark
Grand Alatau is a residential building complex situated in Astana, Kazakhstan. The development consists of four high-rise buildings, the tallest of which reaches a height of 153 m (502 ft) and contains 43 floors.
15Astana Triathlon Park Park
Astana Triathlon Park is an urban park in Astana that is used as a recreation area for jogging, skiing and cycling. It was opened in July 2016 as a gift for the 18th anniversary of Capital City Day from the largest construction holding in Kazakhstan Bi Group.
16Jetisu Park Park
The Jetisu Park is an urban park in the city of Astana. The name derives from the Zhetysu, an area in Almaty Region which the park is based on the historical and cultural landscape of the region.
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