Seas and straits near Aktau

Q: What historical places of Aktau should a lover of architecture visit?

The old town has preserved examples of Soviet modernism - the Palace of Culture "Aktau" (1975) with unique mosaic panels. The mosque "Nurgazy Kazhy" combines elements of neo-Gothic with traditional Kazakh ornament. Of particular interest is the underground church of Andrew the First-Called, carved into the rock in the 1990s.

Q: Where to go to Aktau with children: interesting places for a family holiday?

Dolphinarium Nemo offers a show with marine animals and an interactive area. In the park "Zhastar" there is a contact zoo with camels and yaks. For teenagers, a paleontological museum with Cretaceous fossils found in the Mangystau mountains is interesting.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Aktau: the best photo zones?

Rocks "Zhygylgan" in the vicinity of the city create a fantastic landscape with views of the Caspian Sea. On the embankment looks spectacular installation "Ship of the Desert" - steel frame camel against the sea. In the evening, the best shots are obtained at the glowing Shalkym fountain in the city center.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Aktau?

Mount Sherkala ("Lev-mountain") according to legend was created by the jinn to protect the ancient city. In the caves of Ustyurt, according to legend, the treasures of Khorezm merchants are hidden. Locals believe that the source of Tamshala has healing properties since the time of visits to these places by Abai Kunanbayev.

Q: What little-known sights of Aktau are worth seeing?

40 km from the city is a mysterious tract of Boszhir with "Martian" landscapes. Rare tourists visit the abandoned village of Ungiz with preserved Soviet-era frescoes. The Mine underground museum in the former uranium mine is unique, telling about the Soviet nuclear program.

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Where the Earth Becomes Space

This one-day route introduces guests to the most contrasting and impressive landscapes of Mangystau. In one day, travelers will se …

310 € group

12 h. 1 - 4

The beauty of the Caspian: from rocks to turquoise bays

Description of the tour A day trip along the coast of the Caspian Sea is a rich route combining rocky shores, transparent sea wat …

270 € group

12 h. 1 - 4

Mangistau non-stop: 8 miracles in a day

This route is designed for those who want to see the maximum number of iconic Mangystau locations in just one day. The tour combin …

310 € group

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"Unearthly Landscapes of Kazakhstan"

Immerse yourself in a five-day adventure on the Mangyshlak Peninsula, one of the most mysterious and picturesque regions of Kazakh …

1900 € group

4 e. 1 - 3

Wind, rocks and desert

Description of the tour A four-day tour of the Mangyshlak Peninsula is an immersion in the wild, unique geological forms and hist …

1520 group

8 e. 1 - 3

The Lost Worlds of the Mangyshlak Peninsula

This eight-day jeep tour of Mangystau is a journey to one of the most mysterious regions of Kazakhstan, where nature and history a …

3050 € group

7 e. 1 - 3

Beyond the Horizon: The Discovery of Mangyshlak

We invite you to a fascinating 7-day jeep tour of the Mangyshlak Peninsula. You will discover breathtaking landscapes and unique n …

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