Kazakhstan

After a decade, the World Nomad Games have become a trademark appointment in Central Asia. And the latest edition in Kazakhstan didn’t disappoint spectators. Photos by Chan Kit Yeng.

We tend to think that Kazakhstan is a whole lot better than “very nice” and here are a few reasons to go.

Kazakhstan, a landlocked nation of endless steppes and highlands. It’s a treasure of natural wonders, but don’t forget these four cities on your Central Asian journey.

It may seem like it’s in the middle of nowhere, but there’s plenty to like in this hidden Kazakhstan gem. In Burabay National Park, you can have a peaceful time or an intense time. It’s up to you.

From forests and ice walls to 16th-century wonders of the world, the freshwater dive sites of Asia are spectacularly unique.

Do as Kazakhstan’s nomadic people once did (and in many cases still do) and explore this breathtaking country by foot. Strap on your walking boots and join us on a whistlestop tour of some of the highlights of hiking in Kazakhstan.

For intrepid explorers looking for rugged scenery, unchartered waters, adventure, thrills and spills, there is no better place to go off the grid and into the wild than on the diverse terrains of fascinating Kazakhstan.

Hidden in the yawning expanse of Central Asia that makes up the Stans are some treasures that should be on every intrepid traveler’s map. These seemingly uncharted lands are full of truly mind-blowing ancient and natural wonders.

Dating back to the 12th century, Almaty is the former capital and largest city in Kazakhstan, a marvel of Central Asia and a hub brimming with culture.