Victory Park
Victory Park in Shymkent was established in 1945 to commemorate the victory in World War II. In the center of the park stands a star-shaped fountain and a granite stele dedicated to the memory of the fallen soldiers. As you enter, you are greeted by a monument honoring Sabyr Rakhimov, the first military leader from Central Asia. Known for his unwavering determination, Joseph Stalin dubbed him the "iron general." General Rakhimov's division fought Germans in the North Caucasus and Poland, and participated in the Lublin-Brest, East Prussian, and East Pomeranian offensives. Tragically, he was fatally wounded by a mine fragment on March 26, 1945, just two weeks before the victory.
To learn more about Shymkent soldiers who fought in World War II, visit the Erlik Museum, located within the park. Here you will see badges, photographs, letters, and personal belongings of soldiers.
How to get there?
Victory Park is located at the intersection of Tauke Khan Avenue and Elshibek Batyr Street in Shymkent. You can get there by buses #26, 37, 75, and 84.
Other tourist attractions near the park:
- St. Nicholas Cathedral
- Isamiddin Baba Mosque
- Firkan City Shopping Mall
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Shymkent, the third most populous city in Kazakhstan, boasts a history that spans 2200 years. The city, which was once a prominent stop along the Silk Road, has a rich historical heritage.