Bayterek, Observation tower in Astana, Kazakhstan
The Bayterek tower rises 105 meters with a golden sphere at its summit, supported by white cylindrical branches emerging from a wide base.
The monument opened in 2002 to commemorate the transfer of Kazakhstan's capital from Alma Ata to Astana, which occurred five years earlier.
The structure represents a Kazakh legend about a sacred tree where a bird named Simurgh laid a golden egg, symbolizing life and growth.
The observation deck at 97 meters provides visitors with complete views of the city through the windows of the golden spherical structure.
At the top level, visitors can place their hands in a metal cast of President Nursultan Nazarbayev's palm print mounted on a decorative stand.
Location: Astana
Architects: Norman Foster, Akmyrza Rustembekov
Elevators: 2
Height: 105 m
GPS coordinates: 51.12833,71.43056
Latest update: December 4, 2025 14:06
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