Kazakhstan - rest. The Caspian Sea - recreation (Kazakhstan)

Kazakhstan is not only endless steppes, yurts and herds of horses. This is a kind of a world in which you can take a dip during your vacation. This country is located in the heart of the continent of Eurasia, south of the Ural Mountains. Local culture is very similar to Russian, but has its own unique shades. Here the ancient oriental traditions and new trends intertwine. Free steppes, huge forests, rivers and lakes - all this is in Kazakhstan. Today, travel agencies offer routes of interest, including eco-tours, hunting, fishing, healing and climbing.

Where to go

In size, the territory of the country, of course, is inferior to Russia, however, it is 3 million square kilometers, so the direction should be determined in advance. In the priority of East Kazakhstan. Rest here is an opportunity to get acquainted with the beautiful, although other regions are not deprived of beautiful places. To make it easier to choose, decide what you expect from your vacation. Interested in sightseeing tours - welcome to the world of ancient temples and mosques. Does energy hit the key? Then specially for you there are hiking tours to picturesque places, conquest of mountain peaks, rafting and much more. Especially many options for lovers of quiet pastime on the beach. Kazakhstan is an excellent reservoir of water. Rest on the shore of many of them can be combined with treatment, and all thanks to the presence of unique mineral and mud sources.

Northern Kazakhstan

It is this part of the country that the president chose to build the luxurious capital of Astana. Lovers of modern architecture like walks in the beautiful young city. But not only is North Kazakhstan famous for this. Rest here you will remember for life ...

The main rivers are the Irtysh and its tributaries, Esil and Tobol. The climate is sharply continental, in summer the temperature is more moderate than in other regions, and winters are much colder. The region is rich in coniferous forests, the Kokshetau mountains stand as an inviolable wall, the lakes and rivers beckon their lakes, and the natural riches of the Kurgaldzhinsky Reserve give an opportunity to join the bosom of virgin nature. What is worth only rest in Borovoe! Kazakhstan truly knows how to surprise.

Pavlodar region

Here is the national nature park "Bayanaul". It is an oasis located in the center of the steppe: a number of picturesque lakes are surrounded by interesting, "pancake" rocks. Low, adorned with small groves of Karelian pine, which does not grow anywhere else in the country - they are the best suited for leisurely family walks. On the shores of the lakes there are several tourist centers, there are grounds for camping.

North-Kazakhstan region

To admire the beauty of the pristine nature, many tourists come to Kazakhstan. Rest in Borovoe is considered an alternative to visiting Switzerland, and its cost is quite low. The resort area between the cities of Astana and Kokshetau is located. Just like Bayanaul, this magnificent country, full of lakes, is located in the middle of the feather grass steppe. This is another gift of nature to the Kazakh people. If you have not been here yet, be sure to stop (for example, on the way to Astana) to rest in Borovoye. Kazakhstan is a hospitable country. Possessing a modest amount, you can have a great time. So, the cost of living in the resort area will cost 2000 tenge (400 rubles), and with tents - and completely free.

Borovoye Resort is famous for its reservoirs, not for nothing that they have a poetic name - the Blue Lakes of Kazakhstan. Rest (whose prices range from 400 to 1000 rubles per day) beckons with a heavenly shade of the purest waters and curative mud, saving from dozens of diseases. Having been here once, it is impossible to forget this fabulous trip to the land of majestic mountains and sparkling water.

By the way, there are less known lakes of the same name. In order to see them, you need to go to East Kazakhstan. Blue lakes (rest, the cost of which is ridiculously small, will not hit your pocket, especially if you are traveling without a guide) are located in Gorny Altai, in Chemalsky district.

Western Kazakhstan

It is a vast territory with an arid, sharply continental climate. It was here before the Great Silk Road, today it is one of the most interesting tourist routes. Wonderful landscapes, a variety of flora and fauna of the Ustyurt reserve is of great interest to tourists. And the Caspian coast provides an opportunity to plunge into the gentle waves of the warm sea.

The majestic Caspian Sea

This is a unique pool that is closed, which is inherent in the lakes, but at the same time salty, for which it is called the sea. Gray crests of waves create an interesting marine landscape and make it unlike any existing reservoir.

The natural system makes a very attractive holiday on the Caspian Sea. At your disposal and mineral water, and sandy beaches, and therapeutic mud. But not too developed infrastructure reduces the attendance of this resort area. Although the Kazakhstani coast has great prospects for development, unlike Iran and Turkmenistan, where isolation policies and Sharia law do not attract visitors from abroad.

Today it is already possible to travel with pleasure to the Caspian Sea. Rest (Kazakhstan in this case is in no way inferior, for example, Krasnoyarsk Krai with its famous resorts) with health benefit offers a sanatorium "Chagala". It is a beautiful balneological hospital. Not far from the city of Aktau there is a modern sports and recreational complex, which is equipped in accordance with world standards. He is gaining popularity among active young people. Finally, you will find the recreation center "Kenderlik". This is a whole complex of small, cozy cottages, which are located on a shallow, sandy beach.

Another majestic salt lake is located 140 km from the city of Uralsk. At first glance, this is also a huge sea without shores. The water is salty and very warm, there are plenty of fish in it, but there are practically no infrastructures, just like holidaymakers. And why, if you can swim and sunbathe for your own pleasure? We are talking about Lake Chelkar (Kazakhstan). Rest here is very cheap, more precisely, it is equal to the cost of spent gasoline and the products taken with them. Minus one, but significant - the road to the lake is very broken.

Famous places

Western Kazakhstan, or rather Mangistau region, is the birthplace of the Silk Road. And you can walk along it, look at the preserved caravanserais. The guide will show you the legendary Mount Sherkala, which resembles a lion. Nearby is the necropolis, the remains of the fortress of the son of Chinchishan. If you are attracted to the cultural heritage, then it is worth to visit the underground mosques carved out of the rock, as well as the famous memorial complex of Eset Batyr.

Do not be lazy to take another small excursion. Not far from Aktau, 30 km from Fort-Shevchenko, there is a wonderful valley "Tamshaly" - so its name sounds in the local language, in free translation it means "spring drops". This is a truly heavenly place! A huge valley, overgrown with weeping willows, poplars and shrub fields. Surrounds her ring of mountains, and in the center stretches a picturesque lake. The guide will tell the legend of the weeping stones, which is especially well-liked for the sound of a drop. These underground springs protrude from under the folds of the mountain and dribble with drops on the rocks.

Usury National Nature Reserve is a real dream of a person who is fond of the flora of the region and archeology. This is a huge territory of 70 thousand hectares, which is home to the rarest animals - moufflons, cheetahs, gazelles and many others. Here you can see the ancient city of Shahr-i-Wazir, Belyuli caravan-sarai and Allan Fortress, many ancient cemeteries with majestic mazar mausoleums and even more ancient Neolithic sites.

South Kazakhstan: rest for every taste

This is the territory from the Aral Sea in the west to the Dzungar Gate in the east. From Lake Balkhash in the north and to the southern border of the country, including part of the Kyzylkum desert. It's amazing how much the terrain is different in diversity. Having selected for a special tour only one day, you can visit various natural areas, from deserts to high-mountain glaciers. Want to see the unique Charyn Canyon? Come to Almaty.

Here you can enjoy a beach holiday on the banks of the majestic lakes Alakol, Balkhash, Sasykkol, Aral. Kolsay lakes are considered the pearls of the Northern Tien Shan. A harmonious combination of mountain slopes covered with pine trees and crystal clear lakes is fascinating and fascinating. To see the whole Kolsai slope, one day of horse riding will be needed. Hiking or cycling tour takes 3 days.

National reserves deserve attention. The oldest one is Aksu-Jabagly. This is a real treasure trove of rare and endangered species of animals and plants. Nearby there live snow leopards and mountain goats, bears and porcupines, martens and ermines ... The very air of this high-altitude place is filled with life and health. Rare butterflies circling above the flowers, and in the branches of the birds they bring out wonderful trills. Here is a singing barkhan, which produces sounds similar to the melody of the organ. Curiously, he does not roam the area, staying in the same place.

The second largest is the Altyn-Emel reserve. Safari on its territory (460 000 hectares) will give the opportunity to meet a huge number of representatives of local fauna listed in the Red Book: kulans, gazelles, argali, birds, insects.

Eastern Kazakhstan

This is an amazing region, most of which is occupied by the mountain systems of the Ore and Southern Altai. Here there are three large rivers and a huge number of lakes. The most interesting for visiting the Belukha mountain is the realm of snow, rumbling avalanches and sparkling waterfalls. Its height is 4,500 meters.

An amazing corner of nature - Markakol Nature Reserve - is located in these parts. The central place is occupied by the fresh and soft Lake Markakol. Picturesque rocky ledges are covered with forest, subalpine meadows are full of rare plants, and the wildlife of the reserve is also rich.

Bukhtarma reservoir is the largest artificial reservoir. The places here are truly beautiful, and the emerald vast expanse of land and beckons tourists to spend on the beach at least for a while. And Kazakhstan is famous for its water reservoirs abroad. The recreation center "Blue Bay", as well as "Aina", "Ayuda" and others located on the reservoir, is visited every year by guests from neighboring countries.

Sanatoriums of Kazakhstan

The most famous are "Zhosaly", in the Karaganda region, "Rakhmanovski keys" in Eastern Kazakhstan, "Zeleny Bor" in Borovoye, the preventive complex "Izumrudny" - not far from Ust-Kamenogorsk. In addition, you can visit the sanatoriums "Alatau", "Saryagash", "Merke", "Moyildy" and many others. In each of them you will be welcomed by friendly, qualified personnel, a wide range of preventive and curative procedures and excellent living conditions.

Brief conclusions

As you can see, the country is very rich in sights. The article reveals only a small part of the unique beauty of Kazakhstan. Even indigenous people often do not know what wealth their land holds. The most popular holiday in Kazakhstan in the summer of 2014 is an automobile trip along a previously planned route. Examine the map of the area you are interested in, indicate where you will go on excursions, and forward, to new horizons.