Alma-Ata – is the city living the separate life. It is cultural, historical and financial center of the country. You can't even choose a certain hallmark of Almaty, too many of  them. In Almaty there take place meetings of heads of states, the international conferences, cultural actions, concerts of world stars and the international sports competitions. Coming to this sunny city surely walk on the local Arbat on Zhibek Zholy Street, go to the Botanical garden, Gorky Park and Park of the First President.

For acquaintance to history and culture visit Park of 28 heroes Panfilov's men and a unique monument of wooden constructions Sacred Voznesensky Orthodox cathedral. You will never be bored on Arbat. All day self-educated persons and professionals sing songs and play the most different instruments, arrange dancing shows and just entertain the people. In Park of the First President you will meet the big companies arranging picnic and active recreation directly on lawns in park. And in Gorky Park you can not only walk, but also drive on catamarans, visit an aquapark and a zoo. Thrill-seekers by all means need to visit the amusement park of "Fantasy world". Having paid 3000 tg for an entrance you can ride any attractions.

And of course, Almaty is mountains, the purest lakes and the high-mountain skating rink "Medeo". Medeo - a sports complex located in 15 km from the city where world records are set up and thousands of people have a rest.

 Almaty has very soft climate. The city welcomes guests with warm and sun at all seasons of the year. "Almaty" is translated as "Apple-tree" and everywhere apple-trees, a poplar, a birch, a fir-tree, a pine and a linden grow. Only imagine in the spring all this blossoming garden in the middle of the megalopolis. You can admire a set of fountains in the summer and of course go to Kayyndy, Shalkar, the Big Almaty lake, Kolsay and Alakol lakes, rise on Koktobe's top. In the winter go with the skates and skis to the foothills of Zailiysky AlaTau, a mountain ski resort Chimbulak. By the way, Koktobe's top - is not only an observation deck. Monthly there take place concerts, cultural actions and master classes.

One of the main sights of Almaty are inhabitants. People here are very friendly and open, with a positive smiles. 

If Astana is the city for business, Almaty is the city where you just enjoy life!

10 things which must be made in Almaty:

To walk on the Arbat.

To visit the Almaty zoo and drive on catamarans or boats in Gorky Park.

To feel adrenaline in the amusement park "Fantasy world".

To go to the Green market and buy fresh southern vegetables and fruit. To try the Almaty grade of apples - aport.

To drive on the high-mountain skating rink "Medeo" and to rise by mountain tops.

To go on the turquoise Big Almaty lake.

To stay overnight in Tian-Shan astronomical observatory and to admire stars. It is necessary to rise up by 2 km from the Big Almaty lake.

To climb on ropeway to observation deck of Koktobe. From there the panoramic view of the city opens which is especially beautiful in the evening.

To take a ride on the Almaty subway (only in Kazakhstan).

To go to the Charyn canyon which is in 200 km from the city.

Where to stay in Almaty:

* Luxury hotel is with impeccable service, for example in Rixos Almaty hotel.

* Comfortable hotel. The choice of hotels in Almaty is great, and the quality of service you will be pleased with.

* Modern and cozy hostels. Or you can rent an apartment in any district of the city. A great solution is Aparthotel, apartments which combine hotel service and home comfort.