Asia
Kazakhstan
Endless steppe, mountain lakes, canyons and futuristic Astana. Say sälem, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 18:34
- Currency
- KZT
- Calling code
- +7
- Capital
- Astana
- Languages spoken
- Kazakh, Russian
Respect & manners
- Hospitality is huge: accept tea and food.
- Dress modestly in mosques.
- Tipping: about 10% in restaurants (often included).
- Distances are enormous: plan transport carefully.
- Carry your passport: it is often checked.
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