Top 10 Offbeat Destinations in Kazakhstan

 

Kazakhstan is one of the biggest and the ninth nation in the world known as a country of steppes and high mountains, surreal desert, and various historical places. Although the majority of tourists are attracted by such popular cities as Almaty and Nur-Sultan (Astana), the real essence of the nation are its unusual and less dominated places. These are some little known treasures that exude unmatched beauty, culture and touch of Central Asians.

In case you are looking at an exotic vacation not found along tourist-inundated roads, think of visiting lesser-contemplated destinations in Kazakhstan. These are ideal vacation spots to people who desire to be alone, enjoy pristine nature and want to experience something more culturally. One of the best methods to explore these hidden gems on your own in a very convenient and professional manner is to go on a Kazakhstan Tour Package.

Here are the Top 10 Offbeat Destinations in Kazakhstan

1. Mangystau Region, Boszhira Valley

Boszhira Valley, in western Kazakhstan, is one of the most amazing scenes of chalk mountains, plateaus, and canyons that can be depicted in a science fiction movie. It belongs to the Ustyurt Plateau and the most popular feature of it is its twin peaks that look like fangs. Boszhira is increasingly becoming famous among adventure seekers and photographers despite its remote location. This spectacular landscape is best seen in a 4x4 vehicle and has amazing sunset views and there is no better feeling of isolation.

2. Lake Kaindy

Lake Kaindy can be described as a surreal sunken forest which rests in the Tian Shan Mountains and is often overshadowed by its more well-known neighbor Lake Kolsai. The lake was created when an earthquake caused a landslide, and subsequent landslide formed a natural dam, and the lake flooded a spruce forest leaving trees intact underwater. Lake Kaindy is a quaint getaway on the offbeat place to visit with submerged tree trunks, clear turquoise water, and a serene surrounding environment making it a dream location to hikers, campers, and nature photographers.

3. Altyn Emel National Park- Aktau mountains and Katutau mountains

Altyn Emel is mostly known as a tourist destination because of the Singing Dunes whereas its less-visited Aktau and Katutau Mountains are no less impressive. These mountains are old remains of volcanic and sedimentary moves which are painted in red, pink and white colors. With the barren alien like topography, the paleontological history and the desolation of the Katutau range it is perfect to be enjoyed by the geology enthusiasts and trekkers who are up short of the crowd.

4. Tamgaly Petroglyphs

The Tamgaly Petroglyphs, located not far away from the town of Kapchagay are an open-air museum of ancient rock carvings dating back to the Bronze Age. This world heritage site found in UNESCO hosts more than 5,000 petroglyphs carved on volcanic rock. The visit of this site opens an insight into the spiritual kind of life of the ancient nomadic tribes with sun deities, hunter pictures, and rituals of the shamans. It is the place of the tourist visit to history lovers who want to unearth ancient history of Kazakhstan.

5. Baikonur Cosmodrome

Baikonur Cosmodrome is an eccentric attraction site of interest to science and space explorers, and it is the largest and oldest space launch center in the entire world. Even though it is still in use and Russian lease it is possible to organize special tours to see the rocket launch and visit a museum. Space history presides in this location as well with the launch of Sputnik and the first manned space mission flown by Yuri Gagarin, so it can be both educational and exhilarating point of your trip to Kazakhstan.

6. Torysh Valley (Ball Valley)

Found in the region of Mangystau close to the town of Shetpe, the Torysh Valley is a site of balls of rock in various combinations. These boulders that are perfectly round in shape with the sizes varying between a few centimeters to several meters and have caused a myth and scientific interest. This is a photographer dream come true; the Valley of Balls is an unmissable geological wonder, whether it occurred due to ancient sea life, meteor showers or supernatural forces it is something worth visiting.

7. Shymkent and the SayramUgam National Park

The city of Shymkent, frequently overlooked in favor of its more glamorous rivals, presents a rather unusual combination of a Soviet flair, southern hospitality, and the open access to flawless natural attractions. It is a good point to embark on a trip to the Sayram-Ugam National Park, which is a paradise of hikers and wildlife lovers. The park has beautiful alpine fields, endangered fauna and flora, and spectacular mountain sceneries. It is ideal to people in quest of an urban-culture-plus-wilderness blend.

8. Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve

Aksu-Zhabagly is an A-hotspot nature reserve in the Western Tien Shan mountains: the oldest nature reserve in the whole of Central Asia. It is not as popular as other national parks but is extremely diverse with regards to its endemic vegetation species and wildlife such as ibex, bears, lynxes, and the snow leopards. It has archaeological sites and petroglyphs that date back to the ancient times; it is also a secluded area of nature and history. It is a perfect destination of eco-tourists and lovers of nature who desire to have some peace.

9. Zhezkazgan and Steppe Monasteries

Zhezkazgan is an out-of-the-way mining city in the heart of Kazakhstan that provides the access to sacred places and historical monument, long lost in the great steppe. Among such places is the ancient cave monastery of Aulie Ata, which is thought to be more than 1,000 years old and cut into a mountain. They are spiritual sanctuaries, but against wide-open landscapes, and steeped in the folklore and legend which are all but irresistible to those who seek their spiritual and historic roots.

10. Markakol Lake

Markakol Lake is one of the most remote and well-kept water bodies in Kazakhstan, which is situated on the territory of the East Kazakhstan region near Russian and Chinese borders. The lake is located in the dense forests and is surrounded by the snow-covered mountains of Altai where the rare uskuch fish are found. It is an ideal ecotourism attraction, bird watching, and meditation retreat destination because it has a pristine environment, a great variety of flora and fauna and few human activities.

Conclusion

Kazakhstan is a mysterious, vastly beautiful unexplored adventure. The metropolitans are all about modernity and conveniences, but the real gem of the country is covered in offbeat destinations. Ranging between surreal natural beauty to ancient cultural locations, every place has a different taste to your travel.

Choosing a कज़ाखिस्तान टूर पैकेज makes it possible to explore these less popular regions with no difficulties and learn in-depth knowledge with the help of local guides. Be that traveller, nature or history lover, you are guaranteed to get an out-of-this-world experience which can hardly be compared to a typical touristic place.