Almaty, Kazakhstan

Quick Facts

• Almaty is located at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, with its highest peak, Mount Talgar, reaching an elevation of 4,973 meters.
• The city is home to the stunning Big Almaty Lake, situated at an altitude of 2,510 meters, which changes color from turquoise to deep blue depending on the season.
• Almaty boasts the world's second-highest metro system, with a maximum elevation of 1,000 meters, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
• The Zenkov Cathedral, located in Panfilov Park, is one of the tallest wooden buildings in the world, completed in 1910 without the use of nails.
• The city has a rich history, having been the capital of Kazakhstan until 1997, and it still remains the country's largest city, with a population of over 1.9 million residents.

Travel Details

Country

Kazakhstan

Population

Varies

Daily Budget

$40-80

Best Time to Visit

Jun–Sep

Current Weather

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7°C/45°F

Clear

Currency

₸ KZT

Coordinates

43.2220, 76.8512