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Kazakhstan

Qostanay / Where the Steppe Comes to Life

MeowScore 😸89/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

August

Experience the unique Nomad Games and learn about Kazakh traditions.

🏂
january

Visit for winter sports: skiing, ice fishing, and more.❄️🎿

🥞
february

Celebrate Maslenitsa, Russian Pancake Festival, with locals. 🥞🥞🎉

🌱
march

Experience the spring thaw with unique nature viewing.🌷🌳

🎁
april

Attend the Qazaq Eli festival to celebrate Qostanay's heritage. 🎉👘

🥾
may

Spend your day hiking and embracing nature's beauty.🌲🏔️

🌞
june

Enjoy longer daylight and visit the historical landmarks.⛪🗺️

🥤
july

Join locals at the Qostanay Summer Festival.🍻🎶

🎪
august

Experience the Nomad Games and learn about Kazakh culture. 🐎🎉

🍂
september

Harvest Festival attended by locals and tourists.🎉🍇

🌰
october

Witness the fall foliage in autumn and enjoy the cooler weather.🍁🍂

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november

Visit the city during the off-season and discover the unique culture. ❄️ #bdc0c2

🐱
december

Shop at the Christmas markets and experience local traditions.🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, the shopping and economy of Qostanay is decent but not overly affordable. Some items may seem expensive but bargaining is common practice.

Try bargaining for goods and services. Look for local markets for good deals on fresh produce and handmade goods.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Transit point for train journeys

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Transit point for train journeys

Limited tourist attractions, mainly used as a stopover for long journeys.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Qostanay

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Qostanay

Cash is preferred in smaller restaurants. Splitting the bill is not common.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited options for high-speed internet

good Availability

Most areas have access, but not all

great Cellular

Good coverage from major providers

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

KZT

1 KZT =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

The cat found Qostanay to be a bit of a snoozefest, but couldn't resist lounging in the park.

The local fish market sparked the curious cat's interest and made for a pawsome afternoon.

Things to do

The mainstream

🕌
Central Mosque
⛲
Fountain Square
🏛️
Museum of Local Lore
🌳
Gorky Park
🏨
Azimut Hotel

The mainstream

🕌
Central Mosque

Impawssibly beautiful mosque with a unique blue facade and ornate interiors. Shoes off, paws on for respectful cat visitors.

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⛲
Fountain Square

A pawsome spot for watching the dancing fountain show and enjoying the city lights. Cat eyes will be mesmerized!

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🏛️
Museum of Local Lore

Fascinating exhibits about Qostanay's history, geology, and culture. Cats will appreciate the stuffed animal collection.

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🌳
Gorky Park

Cat-friendly park for strolling, sunbathing, and meowtting with other felines. Plenty of shady spots for catnapping too!

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🏨
Azimut Hotel

Purrfect accommodation with meowvelous amenities like a gym, sauna, and restaurant serving local seafood. Catnip not included.

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Off the beaten path

📸
Nurken Abdirov Street
🌊
Lebyazhiy Ostriv
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Lighthouse of the Steppes
🌞
Abay Park
🏛️
Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore

Off the beaten path

📸
Nurken Abdirov Street

This colorful street is nicknamed the 'street of painters' because of the vibrant murals painted by local artists on the walls. A feline paradise for Instagram-worthy photos! 🎨

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🌊
Lebyazhiy Ostriv

Located in the middle of Tobyl River, this island is a peaceful oasis where cats can relax and enjoy nature. You can get there by boat from the riverbank. 🚣

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🌅
Lighthouse of the Steppes

Built in 2018, the lighthouse serves as a unique landmark in the flat landscape of Kostanay. Climb up to the top for a panoramic view of the city! 🗼

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🌞
Abay Park

Named after the Kazakh poet Abay Qunanbayuli, this park is a great spot for a picnic or a leisurely stroll. Don't forget to snap a photo with the statue of Abay himself! 🌳

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🏛️
Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore

This museum showcases the history and culture of Kostanay region through exhibits of traditional costumes, ancient tools, and archaeological findings. 🗿

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

The city's love for cats

Qostanay has a deep fondness for cats. You'll find many stray cats roaming around, and locals often keep them as pets. Visit the Cat Monument to experience this love for yourself!

Traditional Kazakh food

Try 'beshbarmak', a Kazakh national dish made of boiled meat, served with handmade noodles and onion sauce. Indulge in horse meat sausages, 'kazy' for a unique taste.

Museum of Zhumabay Shayakhmetov

Explore the life and times of this famous Kazakh composer and writer. Admire the exhibits on display, including his manuscripts, musical instruments, and compositions.

Useful external sites

travelqostanay.kz/en

TravelQostanay.kz↗

Official tourism website of Qostanay region

www.booking.com/city/kz/kostanay.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Hotel booking website for Qostanay

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g546925-Kostanay_Kostanay_Province-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Travel review and booking website with Qostanay specific information

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