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Photo essay— city of dreams Astana
Astana was founded in 1830 by the Cossacks as a fortress. Since the founding until 1961 the city was called Akmolinsk, then, in 1962, was renamed Tselinograd. This name served the city until 1992, then again changed the name to Astana (in Kazakh language "white grave" or "white Shrine"). Later, in 1998, the city acquired the status of the state capital of Kazakhstan was named Astana ("capital", "main town").
Modern Astana is one of the largest cities of Kazakhstan, in area it is second only to Almaty. City area more than 200 square kilometers. Today's kind of capital is the result of 10 years of continuous construction. The city was rebuilt, the entire country was attracted by the world's experts. Currently Astana amazes tourists with its originality, modernity, short-term transformation. Every year surrendered from 60 to 100 construction projects.
Astana – the center of economy, politics, culture of the state, it attracts a lot of tourists. If you are in Tula, you can contact the travel Agency where you will pick up the tour in Kazakhstan. Located in Astana, the country's best Universities, theatres, hotels, and entertainment centers. The city's population increases annually. In 1999, Astana was awarded the UNESCO prize "City for peace". The modern capital of the country built skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, original projects of architectural structures. Astana in appearance is not inferior to the world's largest cities.
Proximity first comes to mind is the Baiterek tower – the observation tower height of 105 metres, the top of which is an observation deck – you can appreciate the view of the city from height of bird's flight. It is a symbol of Astana, symbol of modern Kazakhstan.
Besides him the famous Congress hall, a monument of modern architecture – Zhastar Palace, Park, many museums and theatres. Besides the monuments of art and architecture in Astana many entertainment venues, parks, attractions, shops and restaurants. All the attractions of Astana the new – built 10-15 years ago. From the point of view of development of tourism Astana – the pearl of Kazakhstan. Every year the city becomes more attractive for city guests and local inhabitants.
Source: prirodadi.ru