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Things to see in Oral, Kazakhstan (Kazakhstan): 7 places and when to go
Oral, Kazakhstan is a city in Kazakhstan with around 210,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (3), Temples (2), With kids (1). The best known are Christ the Savior Church in Uralsk, Saint Michael Archangel Orthodox cathedral in Oral and House of the Vanyushin merchants. 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 20 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Kazakhstan · 51.2711, 51.335
- Population
- About 210,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · Temples (2) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- May to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- April, July to August and November.
- Nearest airport
- SCO Aktau, 825 km as the crow flies
What to see in Oral, Kazakhstan
The places in and around Oral, Kazakhstan, 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.
- Christ the Savior Church in UralskEastern Orthodox church7.1 km
- Saint Michael Archangel Orthodox cathedral in OralTemples10 km
- House of the Vanyushin merchantsBuilding in Kazakhstan9.1 km
- Karev's HouseA historic building in the city of Uralsk8.3 km
- House of MizinovsHistory8.5 km
- Soltüstik ertegiWith kids · Wildlife8.7 km
- West Kazakhstan Regional Historical and Local History MuseumMuseum in Ural, Kazakhstan7.8 km
When to go to Oral, Kazakhstan
The best time to visit Oral, Kazakhstan 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 not8:08
- FebBetter not9:43
- MarBetter not11:32
- AprPossible13:35
- MayBest time15:21
- JunBest time16:20
- JulPossible15:55
- AugPossible14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:35
- DecBetter not7:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. In May, 7 of the 7 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 Oral, Kazakhstan
The nearest main airport is Aktau International Airport (SCO, Aktau), 825 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
- Aktobe20 places425 km
- Astana9 places1,401 km
- Karaganda6 places1,547 km
- Almaty157 places2,124 km
- Esik36 places2,158 km
And all of Kazakhstan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Oral, Kazakhstan?
The best known: Christ the Savior Church in Uralsk, Saint Michael Archangel Orthodox cathedral in Oral, House of the Vanyushin merchants, Karev's House, House of Mizinovs. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Oral, Kazakhstan?
May to June and September to October; also possible: April, July to August and November. In June there are 16 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40.
How do you get to Oral, Kazakhstan?
The nearest main airport is Aktau International Airport (SCO), 825 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Oral, Kazakhstan as the destination and these 7 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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