Astana Astana like a flower grown and flourished in the middle of the scorching steppe. A small town 90s just some ten years has become a cutting-edge capital of the newly independent Kazakhstan. Location city The city is located in the north of the Kazakh Upland Sary-Arka. On the territory of the city is the river Ishim and several small tributaries of right. At the end of the 70s on the river in the 70 km and. of the city was built Viacheslavskoye (now the Astana) reservoir, which is now the main source of water supply of the capital. In the adjacent areas to the city has a lot of small freshwater and saline lakes, rich in fish. History of the City History of foundation and development of Astana is very closely linked with the history of the entire state. V1831, the northern regions of present-day Kazakhstan entered the strongest citizenship at the time of the Russian Empire. This was done to protect the Kazakh lands from the devastating and debilitating attacks of the country of foreign invaders. And already in 1832, on the right bank of the river Ishim Soviet troops in the area were built Karaotkel military fortification Akmola. It was built to protect the southern borders of the Kazakh steppes from Jungars repeatedly to worry the local population. Fortress copes with its tasks and eventually military fortification grew to the extent of the city. Later, the name of the city was transferred to the whole region and Akmola became the regional center. The city has always been developing intensively. Although he is now not two hundred years, it has changed a few names: Akmola, Tselinograd, Akmola, Astana. If the name of Akmola relates the story of the city with the Russian Empire, then Tselinograd - the Soviet period as a part of Russia. The citys name means city of virgin lands, which at that time began to actively explore. Performing on the grand scale of its program has led to the fact that there was built a railway station, through which the railway line was laid. Thats it from all over the Union came here thousands and millions of workers to the virgin lands. And now Akmola region is considered one of the richest in growing wheat. In 1992, after gaining independence, Kazakhstan has been decided to restore the historical name of the city - Akmola, but in the Kazakh version of pronunciation. Another name of the city acquired in 1998, when the capital was moved here from Almaty. As you can see, the history of Astana - is the history of the formation of a new Kazakhstan. Today Astana is the youngest capital in the world. The current Astana - its a completely different city. Mayor of Moscow, visiting the updated Astana, said: Astana - is only the beginning, I feel here the dynamism of Kazakhstans future. Astana is considered to be the face of the state on the path of revival and development. sights Astana - a city, where he showed the possibilities of modern architecture. The main idea of building of Astana is embodied in the architecture of a combination of Western rationality and sophistication East European grandeur and originality of Asia. In the construction of the city, changing its appearance with the most advanced technologies and innovative methods of urban planning art of the 21st century. World-famous architects are embodied in the reality of their best projects. This was the springboard for the left bank of the river Ishim, who until recently was empty. On a completely uninhabited area where earlier Spikes high prairie grass, began to build the magnificent buildings of the new capital. Among them are the symbol of Kazakhstan and updated Astana, Baiterek sparkling. Top 105 imetrovoy rotating skyscraper is crowned gold-plated ball with a diameter of 22 meters. Huge wings closing the sky, the sacred bird Samruk flies. It seeks to Baiterek, tree of life, so that, covered in its high crown, lay a golden egg - the Sun, giving life and hope. And at the bottom, at the roots, waiting to be hungry dragon Aydahar calling Night shift day, winter to summer. This happens eternal struggle between good and evil where at the junction of the worlds carries its waters World River, which rises on the banks of Baiterek, holding back the land, crown propping up the sky ... International Organization UNESCO awarded Astana title of City of Peace. In 2001, Astana visited by Pope John Paul II, thereby assessing the contribution of Kazakhstan to the solution of religious problems. Specifically for the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions was built Palace of Peace and Reconciliation - a unique pyramid-shaped building. Pyramid is rightly recognized as a center of religion and religious tolerance. Hall Cheops Atrium admires white marble and nobility. In the pyramid has a concert and opera hall, equipped with the latest equipment. In Astana, there are plenty of other amazing structures which need to tell apart. This entertainment center Duman, the most distant from the sea aquarium with exotic marine life. In addition to the aquarium in the thinking is a three-dimensional cinema, video arcade, bowling, night clubs, hotels, cafes and restaurants. In Astana, there is a wonderful circus building which resembles a flying saucer, On water-green boulevard, near Baiterek can be seen shimmering in different colors dancing fountains to the sounds of classical music sets the rhythm. culture In Astana operate numerous museums, exhibition centers, educational institutions and libraries. There are several theaters, among them - the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet K.Baiseitova, Kazakh Music and Drama Theatre. K.Kuanyshbayev, Russian Drama Theatre named after M. Gorky. In Astana, there are 17 libraries, including the National Academic Library and Presidential Centre of Culture of Kazakhstan. In the latter there is also a museum that will introduce you to the citys history and the history of the country. The most interesting Museum of the First President, the Palace of Peace and Harmony, the Museum of Modern Art, Museum named after S. Seifullin. Ethnographic Park Map of Kazakhstan Atameken - a unique open-air museum. Mountains, hills, grasslands, forests, lakes, the largest of the city with their sights on the map presented on a smaller scale. The citys economy The transfer of the capital to Astana caused economic growth of the city, it has become a powerful stimulus for further development. Today in Astana in various sectors of the economy recorded 70 major legal entities, 72.4 thousand. Of small and medium-sized businesses. All these enterprises meet the needs of the city for food and clothing, consumer goods, building materials, transport, services. Now Astana is the leader in terms of construction in the country. Astana as a city of business and construction attracts many investors and businessmen from abroad. Astana today - a broad venue for business forums at various levels, from regional to international. The countrys authorities and city leaders are often the initiators of their holding in Astana. transport Public transport in the capital represented by bus and taxi. The fare is 60 and 65 n. respectively. The airport is located 16 km. from the city, can be reached by route number 10 and 12. The motion begins at 4.00 and closes at 23.30. At night, there can only be reached by taxi. Astana station is a major railway junction. Hence laid a lot of direct routes to the major cities of Kazakhstan. Astana - a major hub and highways. Through the town highway M-36 Chelyabinsk - Almaty and Astana A-343 - Petropavlovsk. International Airport, located 16 km from Astana, is one of the most modern airports in the Eurasian continent. The airport serves 13 airlines that operate regular passenger flights within the country and in countries near and far abroad. Today, the airport is well equipped and has the ability to accept all types of aircraft. heraldry The basis of the emblem is a circle as an expression of the idea of perfection, absolute and eternal. The central element is the union of two symbols - Baiterek and Shanyrak. Baiterek - the world tree, is the personification of the universe. Shanyrak understood as a transition point vastness of the universe to his own home. At the base of Baiterek laid ornament құsқanaty - birds wings, which goes back to the stylized image of the mythical bird Samruk. This idea is central to the design of the left bank of the symbolic (the shadow of a soaring bird Samruk flying out of the nest, is spread on the Presidents Park). The entire space of the emblem is divided into two rings with the figurative explanation. The outer ring is a deep layer of history of the Great Steppe. Red outer ring dates back to the cleansing power of fire. In the fire of the Turks saw the vital element, which is associated with the idea of birth, growth and development. Red border symbolizes the fiery gates, going through that every spirit is cleaned and filled with force. Color azure - is the color of the national flag, emphasizing the central idea of independence in national ideology. The flag of the city - the blue. In the center of the emblem of Astana, from which all sides diverge yellow rays of the sun. climate Astana is located in the zone of sharply continental climate. Winters are cold, sometimes severe, snow falls slightly. In summer the bright sunshine, the air warms up to +20 - +30 C. Winter is long, lasts 4-5 months, and summer is short, it lasts a little more than three months. City population: 688 thousand. Man Phone code: area code in Kazakhstan - 8 - 7172, International - 7 - 107 - 7172 Postcode: 010000
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 08:39:45 +0000
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