A Quick Guide to Central Asia
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Cities: Nur-sultan (capital, previously known as Astana), Almaty, Shymkent, Taraz, Aktau, Atyrau Languages: Kazakh, Russian Time zone: UTC+5/6 Dialling code: +7 Power: 220–240 V Euro round 2-pin, French/german Schuko 3-pin
Climate: The four distinct seasons make visiting a varied experience depending on time of year and location, with most travelling between late April (spring) and late October (autumn). Springtime temperatures in the south reach about 18°C, while summer temperatures can reach well into the 30s Celsius. Autumn can be rainy and misty in the mountainous areas but still be quite hot in the desert areas. Currency: Kazakhstani tenge (KZT) Exchange rate: USD1 = KZT404
More information: www.visitkazakhstan.kz/en