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The Green Bazaar is a prime example of this rich history and cultural tradition.

In the heart of Republic Square stands the Independence Monument, a towering 28-meter (92 ft) high stele that is the main attraction and a symbol of independent Kazakhstan.

The Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, located in Almaty, is one of the oldest and largest museums in Central Asia.

Since 1965, Kok-Tobe Park has been a beloved recreation spot for residents of Almaty, a legacy from Soviet times. Perched atop the eponymous mountain at an elevation of 1100 meters (3600 ft), the park offers breathtaking views of the city and the Ile Alatau Mountains.

Hills and flatlands make up Kazakhstan. If the Tian Shan in the East symbolises the soul of the country, then Saryarka in the Northwest represents its trunk.

The Aral Sea was once the fourth largest lake in the world, encompassing Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.