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Astana, Capital city in northern Kazakhstan

Located on the banks of the Ishim River, Astana features modern architecture, grand boulevards, and scientific institutions across six administrative districts.

Founded in 1830 as a Cossack outpost named Akmolinsk, the city became the capital of Kazakhstan in 1997, replacing the previous capital Almaty.

The National Museum of Kazakhstan in Astana displays artifacts from ancient civilizations, traditional costumes, and contemporary art collections across multiple floors.

The city experiences temperatures from -50°C in winter to +40°C in summer, with specialized indoor facilities maintaining activities throughout the year.

The Bayterek Tower, constructed in 1997, reaches 97 meters high and contains an observation deck offering views across the developing urban landscape.

Location: Kazakhstan

Inception: 1830

Founders: Fyodor Shubin

Elevation above the sea: 347 m

Shares border with: Akmola Region

Website: https://gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana

GPS coordinates: 51.13333,71.43333

Latest update: May 28, 2025 16:13

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