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Ancient Cities of Kazakhstan Tour
South Kazakhstan boasts numerous ancient cities, making it a treasure trove of historical monuments unparalleled anywhere else in the country. The region attracts thousands of pilgrims, making it a popular destination for religious tourism. If you have a passion for history, legends, and mysteries, this journey is for you!Highly qualified staff
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Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Shymkent at 8:00 AM. Upon boarding the excursion transport, we'll embark on a sightseeing tour to the ancient settlement of Otrar. In close proximity, you'll visit the Mausoleum of Arystan Bab, the esteemed teacher and spiritual mentor of Khoja Ahmed Yassawi. Following this, the journey continues to Turkistan, where you'll explore the Azret Sultan Historical and Architectural Complex and the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yassawi, the renowned Sufi philosopher.
In the evening, we'll visit the Karavan Saray multifunctional complex. If your visit falls on a Friday to Sunday, you'll be treated to a picturesque show featuring the Kyz-Zhibek and Tolegen performance on boats and a captivating Singing Fountain.
Concluding the first day, you'll return to Shymkent for an overnight stay at your hotel.
Turkistan was founded around 500 AD at the intersection of caravan routes from Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva to Northern Kazakhstan. The city was known as the spiritual and political hub for Turkic-speaking people. From the 16th to the 18th centuries, it functioned as the capital of the Kazakh Khanate. The city of Turkistan gained wide world fame due to the teachings of Khoja Ahmed Yassawi, the famous Sufi philosopher, who was buried here in a small mausoleum in 1166. The present mausoleum was erected 233 years after his death on orders of Emir Tamerlane. Today, it stands as a revered site for Muslims worldwide.
Following breakfast and check-out, we will set out for Taraz, one of the largest commercial and administrative centers on the Silk Road during the 7th to 8th centuries, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. In Taraz, you will explore the Local History Museum, the Karakhan Mausoleum, the Dautbek Mausoleum, and the Tekturmas Mausoleum. Concluding the excursions, you will proceed to the railway station, where you will board an evening train bound for Almaty or another city in Kazakhstan.
Taraz is one of Kazakhstan's oldest cities, its ancient ruins concealed beneath the layers of a contemporary metropolis. The city and its environs boast over 70 monuments of archaeology, history, architecture, and art.
Situated along the northern branch of the Silk Road, this location holds historical significance as the site of the Battle of Talas, the first and last military confrontation between Muslim Arab forces and Chinese imperial troops in AD 750-51. Following the victory of the Arabs, the Persian Samanids assumed control over the region. In Taraz, a large church was transformed into a mosque, and the ruler of Taraz embraced Islam. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of the Islamization of Central Asia.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Shymkent at 8:00 AM. Upon boarding the excursion transport, we'll embark on a sightseeing tour to the ancient settlement of Otrar. In close proximity, you'll visit the Mausoleum of Arystan Bab, the esteemed teacher and spiritual mentor of Khoja Ahmed Yassawi. Following this, the journey continues to Turkistan, where you'll explore the Azret Sultan Historical and Architectural Complex and the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yassawi, the renowned Sufi philosopher.
In the evening, we'll visit the Karavan Saray multifunctional complex. If your visit falls on a Friday to Sunday, you'll be treated to a picturesque show featuring the Kyz-Zhibek and Tolegen performance on boats and a captivating Singing Fountain.
Concluding the first day, you'll return to Shymkent for an overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 2 – Following breakfast and check-out, we will set out for Taraz, one of the largest commercial and administrative centers on the Silk Road during the 7th to 8th centuries, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. In Taraz, you will explore the Local History Museum, the Karakhan Mausoleum, the Dautbek Mausoleum, and the Tekturmas Mausoleum. Concluding the excursions, you will proceed to the railway station, where you will board an evening train bound for Almaty or another city in Kazakhstan.
Important Information and Recommendations:
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From May to August, daytime air temperatures can soar to +40°C (+104°F).
Comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking are essential for this tour.
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