Mausoleum of Abai Qunanbaiuly

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Mausoleum of Abai Qunanbaiuly

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Mausoleum of Abai Qunanbaiuly, Cultural monument in Abay District, Kazakhstan

The mausoleum stands 123 feet tall and features traditional Kazakh architectural elements with intricate designs adorning its exterior surfaces.

Constructed to honor Abai Kunanbayev, who lived from 1845 to 1904 and established written Kazakh literature through his translations and original works.

The mausoleum complex includes an amphitheater where students participate in annual competitions reciting Abai's poems and literary compositions.

Visitors can explore the adjacent library containing works by Abai, including his renowned Book of Words and translations of European literature.

The site contains a pyramid structure within Abai House that marks the geographical center point of the Eurasian continent.

GPS coordinates: 49.12778,79.32444

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:19

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