Almaty unveils tax-free shopping to UAE residents

DUBAI: Known as the cultural capital of Kazakhstan, the magnificent city of Almaty introduces tax free shopping for all UAE residents. Esentai Mall, a luxury and premium shopping centre located in the eye of Almaty is one of the very first shopping destinations to have launched 0 per cent tax on shopping.

Esentai Mall, known to be one of the must-visit attractions in Almaty, houses over 100 of the world’s most exclusive brands such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Dior, Saint Laurent, De Beers, Bvlgari, Chopard, Fendi, and Gucci. Visitors can take advantage of the many restaurants, cinemas, fitness centre and spa’s, as well as other entertainment facilities at Almaty’s top shopping destination.

For the extra special touch, guests can request for a personal shopper via Personal Shopping Service to elevate their experience and provide style advice on the latest trends and inform about all the brands presented in the mall.

With the fashion industry changing rapidly and a growing demand from global visitors, local designers from Almaty have given their collections a twist, keeping in mind the rich culture of the city and modern fashion. As Almaty transforms into Central Asia’s most fashionable destination, style-conscious UAE visitors are flocking to Kazakhstan’s largest city.

The Kazakh national attire can be easily identified from its attractive range of colours, unique style and plush ornaments. Rewinding back to previous years, garments were originally known to be made from fur and woollen cloth that people created, changing to cotton in the late 19th century.