Shymkent Plaza Shopping Mall
The Shymkent Plaza Shopping Mall stands as the premier shopping destination in Shymkent, boasting an international-level atmosphere designed for leisure and upscale retail therapy. Conveniently situated in the heart of Shymkent, this shopping center offers an array of renowned brands, including Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Pandora, United Colors of Benetton, Calvin Klein, Intimissimi, FLO, Bershka, and more. Notably, it features the expansive Golden Apple cosmetic store, one of only three in Kazakhstan. For family enjoyment, the large entertainment facility Funky Town awaits, complemented by a cinema and an array of cafes such as Starbucks, KFC, and Burger King.
The Shymkent Plaza project was entrusted to the architectural firm Benoy, renowned for their work on iconic structures like Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, Incheon International Airport in South Korea, the Westfield shopping center in London, and Dostyk Plaza Shopping Mall in Almaty.
On an average weekday, the Shymkent Plaza attracts 10-15 thousand visitors, with weekends witnessing a surge to 20-25 thousand visitors daily. Operating hours extend from 9:00 to midnight on both weekdays and weekends, although specific departments may vary in their opening and closing times. Convenient parking options include a paid outdoor lot near the mall and an underground parking facility within.
How to get there?
Address: Shymkent, 3/1 Al-Farabi Square
You can get to the Shymkent Plaza Shopping Mall by buses No. 52 and 92 (Shymkent Plaza bus stop) or buses No. 64, 135, and 191 (Youth Center bus stop).
Other tourist attractions near Shymkent Plaza:
- Russian Drama Theater
- Fantasy World Park
- Youth Alley and Tulip Fountain
- Kazakh Carpet Museum
- Abay Park
- TSUM (Central Department Store)
- Mega Planet Shopping Mall
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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.