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Things to see in Astana (Kazakhstan): 9 places and when to go
Astana is a city in Kazakhstan with around 346,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Temples (3), History (2), Museums and art (2). The best known are Nur-Astana Mosque, Baiterek and Hazrat Sultan Mosque. The best time to come is May to June and September to October; also possible: April, July to August and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Kazakhstan · 51.1811, 71.4278
- Population
- About 346,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (3) · History (2) · Museums and art (2) · Hot springs (2)
- Best time
- May to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- April, July to August and November.
- Nearest airport
- NQZ Astana, 17 km as the crow flies
What to see in Astana
The places in and around Astana, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Nur-Astana MosqueMosque in Astana, Kazakhstan6.1 km
- BaiterekMonument in Astana, Kazachstan5.9 km
- Hazrat Sultan MosqueMosque in Astana, Kazakhstan6.9 km
- National Museum of the Republic of KazakhstanMuseum in Astana, Kazakhstan7.6 km
- Mäñgılık El Triumphal ArchMonument in Astana, Kazakhstan8.6 km
- Beit Rachel Synagogue, AstanaSynagogue in Astana, Kazakhstan3.5 km
- AbsentHot spring bath24 km
- BekHot spring bath17 km
- Military History MuseumMuseum2.9 km
When to go to Astana
The best time to visit Astana is May to June and September to October; also possible: April, July to August and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:09
- FebBetter not9:43
- MarBetter not11:32
- AprPossible13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulPossible15:55
- AugPossible14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:36
- DecBetter not7:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. In May, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to Kazakhstan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Astana
The nearest main airport is Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ, Astana), 17 km as the crow flies. How to get around Kazakhstan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Karaganda6 places187 km
- Almaty157 places968 km
- Esik36 places981 km
- Aktobe20 places1,010 km
- Oral, Kazakhstan7 places1,401 km
And all of Kazakhstan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Astana?
The best known: Nur-Astana Mosque, Baiterek, Hazrat Sultan Mosque, National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mäñgılık El Triumphal Arch. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Astana?
May to June and September to October; also possible: April, July to August and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41.
How do you get to Astana?
The nearest main airport is Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ), 17 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Astana as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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