Park of culture and recreation, Oral, Urban park in Oral, Kazakhstan

The Park of culture and recreation is a green space along the Chagan River with paved walkways, trees, and recreational equipment throughout. The space is designed so visitors can walk, play, and rest comfortably.

Founded in 1840 by order of ataman Kozhevnikov as a Cossack army garden, the park later held the ataman's summer residence. Leo Tolstoy stayed there while visiting ataman Arkady Stolypin, and in 1891 a young Fyodor Chaliapin sang for the future Nicholas II. The 1942 flood destroyed the ataman's house and the old stage; in 2009 the park lost the name Kirov.

The park began as the Cossack Host Garden, and its ataman's summer residence stood here. Leo Tolstoy stayed a few days at that dacha while visiting his Sevastopol comrade, Ataman Arkady Stolypin. In 1891 the young bass Fyodor Chaliapin sang for the future Nicholas II during his return from the East.

The park has multiple entrance points and parking areas with playgrounds and food vendors available. Walking paths are well maintained throughout the year and easy to navigate.

The park blends the natural river landscape with recreational spaces, creating different zones for different activities. Visitors can choose between quiet spots for nature watching and areas with active games.