Why visit
Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country: the Charyn Canyon, Big Almaty Lake, singing dunes in Altyn-Emel, and Almaty's leafy, mountain-backed boulevards. Winter adds cheap, empty skiing at Shymbulak.
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Kazakhstan
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How to use this result
Use it as a country shortlist
Kazakhstan works best as a first-pass travel idea. Start with the region, season, and themes on this page, then compare flights, entry rules, safety guidance, and local transport before treating it as a real option.
Compare the capital and side trips
Use Astana as the administrative starting point, then check whether the strongest trip idea is actually the capital, a coastal area, a nature route, or another city in Kazakhstan.
At a glance
Location
48.0°, 68.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
2,724,900 km²
1,052,089 mi²
Country population
19.8 million
7/km²
Subregion
Central Asia
Currency
Kazakhstani tenge (₸)
KZT
Dial
+76
Languages
Kazakh, Russian
Demonym
Kazakhstani
Internet
.kz
UN
Member state
ISO code
KZ / KAZ
Where in the world
48.0° - 68.0°
Kazakhstan
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Did you know
- Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country: you could fit Western Europe inside it.
- Baikonur Cosmodrome, in Kazakhstan, is the world's oldest and largest operational spaceport: all Soyuz missions launch from here.
- Almaty apples are the world's wild apple ancestors: genetic studies trace all cultivated apples back to this region.
Bordering Kazakhstan
Traveler notes
- Charyn Canyon is a three-hour drive from Almaty
- Shymbulak ski resort sits directly above the city
- The Caspian-to-Altai spread means internal flights are essential
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Astana, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Kazakhstan
What is the capital of Kazakhstan?
Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan.
What currency does Kazakhstan use?
Kazakhstan uses the Kazakhstani tenge (₸), ISO code KZT.
What languages are spoken in Kazakhstan?
The primary languages are Kazakh and Russian.
Is Kazakhstan landlocked?
Yes, Kazakhstan is landlocked: it has no sea coastline.
What countries border Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan borders China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan.
What is the international calling code for Kazakhstan?
The calling code is +76.
When is the best time to visit Kazakhstan?
May–Sep. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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