Shamshi Park
A couple of decades ago, a bustling market enclave thrived in the heart of Shymkent, near Ordabasy Square. This area was like a city within a city, operating under its own set of rules. In 2007, then-President N. Nazarbayev and UAE President Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited this part of the city. Following their visit, the city authorities decided to demolish the bazaar, enhance the nearby lake, and create a new square.
Today, what was once a blemish on the city's landscape has transformed into a lush green space. The square is named after Shamshi Kaldayakov, a celebrated composer and the author of Kazakhstan's anthem. At its center stands a monument dedicated to Kaldayakov, often referred to as the "king of the Kazakh waltz." Nearby, a summer amphitheater hosts performances by musical ensembles. The Avenue of Stars, adorned with marble slabs bearing the names of Kazakhstani singers, stretches from the monument to the amphitheater.
Near the park stands the Shamshi Kaldayakov Philharmonic Hall. Within its walls, Kaldayakov composed the song 'My Kazakhstan,' which later became the foundation for Kazakhstan's national anthem.
How to get there?
The park is located in the very center of Shymkent, across the road from the Upper Market. The nearest bus stop is "Ozero" (“The Lake”), served by buses #11, 18, 19, 27, 34, 69, 103, 104, 113, 114, 133, 147, 158, 171, 171a and minibus #102.
Other tourist attractions near the park:
- Satire and Humor Theater
- Ordabasy Square
- Central Park
- Independence Park
- Kenbaba Family Park
- Puppet Theater
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Shymkent, the third-largest city in Kazakhstan, boasts a rich, extensive history. It is one of the oldest cities in the region, having emerged as a vital hub along the Silk Road caravan routes.