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The capital and second largest city of Kazakhstan.

Astana has been the capital of Kazakhstan since 1997. It is the country's second largest city after Almaty, the former capital. Astana has been formerly known as Akmolinsk, Tselinograd, and Akmola. Astana has become the capital of Kazakhstan in 1997. By the way, Astana means "Capital" in kazakh.

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Should I refer to the city as Astana or Nur-Sultan when speaking with locals?

I'm traveling to Kazakhstan this September, and I was wondering what the best way is to refer to the capital city. I know that there were some minor protests over the name change back in March, and I really want to avoid accidentally wading into…
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How to get from Kazakhstan to Urumqi?

we need to get from Kazakhstan (Dostyk is probably the best choice, but I don't know much about) to China - either Karamay or Urumqi. We need to book tickets in advance and I can't find online booking anywhere. As far as I know, the train is leaving…
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Is there wifi in Astana Airport (Kazakhstan)?

I have several hours stopover there tomorrow night. I'm debating sleeping in the airport or sleeping in a hotel - I can sleep anywhere, but if there's wifi in the airport that would seal the deal for me :D However I can't seem to find out…
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Alternate routes Almaty to Novosibirsk

Yikes. Just been to the train station here in Almaty. There are no trains going to Astana or Novosibirsk (I want Novosibirsk but tried Astana as well) for today, tomorrow or the next day - well the trains are running, but are all full(!). Any…
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Talgo train from Almaty to Astana?

Currently in Almaty, was planning on using the answers in Bishkek (or Almaty) to Novosibirsk next week to go to Novosibirsk, but have heard about this 'Talgo train' to Astana. It's meant to be overnight but I can't find a timetable or prices for…
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