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23/09/2026

Astana made the list! 🇰🇿✨

Kazakhstan’s capital has been named one of Lonely Planet’s “50 Best Places to Go in 2027,” earning the spotlight as “Best for futuristic skylines.” The annual Best in Travel selection brings together remarkable destinations and experiences chosen by its travel writers and editors.

From the golden sphere of Bayterek to Khan Shatyr and the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, Astana’s architecture turns a city stroll into a journey of discovery. Lonely Planet’s guide highlights these landmarks alongside the striking Nur Alem sphere as reasons to explore the capital.

The world is taking notice. Ready to see Astana for yourself?

22/09/2026

Astana is catching the world’s eye ✨

The Veil Hotel has been featured in the MICHELIN Guide’s “New MICHELIN Key Destinations for 2026,” putting a spotlight on the capital’s growing hospitality scene.

Another reason to add Astana to your travel list 🇰🇿

22/09/2026

22 - 28 September

The week’s events in Astana!
— The most interesting events in the city to make your next 7 days exciting

22/09/2026

Three hotels. Three MICHELIN Keys. One city to discover. 🗝️✨

The Veil Hotel, The St. Regis Astana and The Ritz-Carlton, Astana have each been awarded One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 selection. This marks Kazakhstan’s debut in the MICHELIN Key selection — a proud moment for the capital’s hospitality scene and another reason to put Astana on your travel list. 🇰🇿

Congratulations to the teams behind these remarkable stays!

17/09/2026

🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME!

Win tickets to “Alem Aueni” at Sound Lab! Enjoy Kazakh folk songs and melodies from around the world, reimagined through jazz by Zhaiyq Basygara.

🎟️ 2 winners will receive 2 tickets each!

To enter:

• Follow Visit Astana SoundLab
• Like this post ❤️
• Tag the person you’d take with you in the comments.

You can enter more than once — tag a different person in each comment!

📅 We’ll randomly select 2 winners and announce the results this Friday.

Concert details:
🗓️ September 27 | 19:00–20:30
📍 Sound Lab, 53 Kabanbay Batyr Avenue, Block 32, Big Pyramid

Good luck! 🍀

16/09/2026

🎟️ GIVEAWAY TIME!

Win tickets to the international exhibition “Leonardo da Vinci: Genius of the Renaissance”!

✨ 2 winners will receive 2 tickets each.

To enter:
• Like this post ❤️
• Tag the person you’d take with you in the comments.

You can enter more than once — tag a different person in each comment!

📅 We’ll randomly select 2 winners and announce the results this Friday.

Good luck! 🍀

15/09/2026

Astana has been featured in The Week, one of the UK’s well-known international publications.

The article, titled “Explore Astana, Kazakhstan’s futuristic capital,” presents the city as a destination where bold modern architecture meets Kazakh culture and traditions.

The feature highlights some of Astana’s most iconic landmarks, including Baiterek, Khan Shatyr and the city’s grand mosque, as well as the Yesil River, local cuisine and the growing gastronomic scene. It also recommends a trip to Burabay National Park as a nature escape beyond the capital.

Another international feature showcasing Astana’s unique character and growing appeal as a travel destination.

15/09/2026

11/09/2026

ART QURULTAY I has officially opened in Astana!

The international art assembly brings together artists, creative voices and contemporary perspectives from around the world, turning the capital into a meeting point for art, culture and dialogue.

The exhibition opened on September 10, offering visitors a space to discover new ideas, artistic expressions and stories that connect cultures through art.

11/09/2026

Astana Finance Days 2026 has wrapped up!

Ideas, connections, new opportunities and conversations about the future of finance — all in the heart of Astana.

Another major international event bringing people, businesses and fresh perspectives together in the capital.