Visit of the Przewalski Museum near Karakol
The Przewalski Museum near Karakol in Kyrgyzstan is the perfect place to learn about the life & expeditions of Central Asia’s explorer Nikolai Przewalski.
Category: Arts & Culture
Happy People’s Unity Day
Today, May 1st, Kazakhstan celebrates the People’s Unity Day. Info Shymkent tells what this holiday is all about.
Happy Amal meiramy holiday!
Amal Meiramy or Korisu is a public holiday in Kazakhstan. Info Shymkent tells you what this holiday is all about.
Happy Women’s Day 2023!
8th of March 2023 is Women’s Day in Kazakhstan. Time to have a look how this holiday came to Kazakhstan.
Kazakhstan, Nuclear Weapons, Atomic Steppe – Talking with Dr. Togzhan Kassenova
We talked to Kazakh author Dr. Togzhan Kassenova about her book “Atomic Steppe” – the story about Kazakhstan’s Polygon and how the country got rid of the Soviet atomic bombs.
Kazakhstan Hotel: A Landmark in Almaty
4-star Kazakhstan Hotel offers comfort & stunning views of Almaty & Tienshan Mountains. Explore a mix of Soviet-era & Kazakh architecture.
Cooking the famous Kazakh Pilaf at home
Kazakh Pilaf is a famous and delicious dish in Kazakhstan. Today we want to cook this traditional rice meal with you. Here we go!
Paralympian – an extraordinary Kazakh sport movie
Info Shymkent took part at the German premiere of the Kazakh sport movie Paralympian at Sony Center Berlin – a review.
Kenesary Qasymuly: The Kazakh Braveheart
Around 220 years ago the last Kazakh Khan Kenesary Qasymuly was born. Like the Scottish Braveheart William Wallace, he fought for the freedom of his people. So it’s time to … Read More
Happy International Children’s Day
Kazakhstan is celebrating International Children’s Day on the 1st of June. Info Shymkent has a look on the history of this day.