Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Number of sights 6 sights
Distance 2.9 km
Ascend 45 m
Descend 35 m

Experience Almaty in Kazakhstan in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in AlmatyIndividual Sights in Almaty

Sight 1: State puppet theater

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423 meters / 5 minutes

Sight 2: Ascension Cathedral

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The Ascension Cathedral, also known as Zenkov Cathedral, is a Russian Orthodox cathedral located in Panfilov Park in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Completed in 1907, the cathedral is made out of wood but without nails. Its height is 56 meters tall, and is claimed to be the second tallest wooden church in the world.

Wikipedia: Ascension Cathedral, Almaty (EN), Website

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Sight 3: Park of the 28 Guardsmen

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The 28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park is an urban park located in east-central Almaty in the area surrounding the Ascension Cathedral. It is dedicated to and named after the Panfilov heroes which were the 28 soldiers of an Alma-Ata Infantry unit who allegedly died while defending Moscow from the German invasion during the Second World War. The group took its name from Ivan Panfilov, the General commanding the 316th division which, in spite of heavy casualties, believed at that time managed to significantly delay the Germans advance to Moscow, thus buying the time for the defenders of the city. An eternal flame commemorating the fallen of the World War II and the Eastern Front burns in front of the giant black monument of soldiers from all 15 Soviet Republics.

Wikipedia: 28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park (EN)

194 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 4: ARTиШОК

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The ARTiSHOCK Theater is an independent theater company in Kazakhstan.

Wikipedia: ARTиШОК (RU), Website

1367 meters / 16 minutes

Sight 5: ЦПКиО

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Central Park, also known as Gorky Park, is an urban park located in the Medeu District of Almaty. The park includes different types of trees such as elm, oak, aspen, maple, pine, spruce, poplar, and birch; artificial water reservoirs, attractions such as a water park, movie theater, sports complex, cultural venues, and public catering establishments. There are also children's attractions, which include a children's railway, an aqua park and other entertainment venues. In 2013, the territory of the Central Park is only 42 hectares, while in 1983, it was over 100 hectares.

Wikipedia: Central Park (Almaty) (EN), Website

919 meters / 11 minutes

Sight 6: Зоопарк

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Almaty Zoo is the state zoo of the city Almaty in Kazakhstan. The Almaty Zoo is one of the largest and oldest zoological parks in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Wikipedia: Almaty Zoo (EN), Website

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