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Russian Drama Theater

Address: 43 Abai Avenue, corner of Mukanov Street, Abylai Khan Avenue, Almaty Timings: Tuesdays to Sundays Tickets: depends on show type and duration

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Russian Drama Theater

Address: 43 Abai Avenue, corner of Mukanov Street, Abylai Khan Avenue, Almaty Timings: Tuesdays to Sundays Tickets: depends on show type and duration

Built in 1969 as a humble theater, this place has become one of the most popular destinations for Russian literature and performance freaks. It is named after Michael Lermontov, a prominent Russian author/playwright. The theater hosts several daily shows in the Russian language. The foyer of the building contains the Tengri-Umay Art Gallery, which houses a permanent display, is also a venue for presentations on contemporary Kazakh art. A souvenir shop below the gallery level sells interesting local crafts related to literature and theater.

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What to do with kids in tow?

Activity

Apart from the engrossing experiences at the Medeu Rink, the Chimbulak Resort, the Gorky Park and the Koktyube mountainside entertainment zone, there are a few more activities around the city exclusive to children.

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Academy of Sciences

Education

Address: Shevchenko Street, Almaty The Academy of Sciences is a prominent educational institution in the country, and operates a few museums in the city. Two museums you would want to check out are the Museum of Archaeology and the Geological Museum.

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Museum of Books

Museum

Address: 94 Kabanbai Batyr Street, Almaty Phone: 62 22 13 A quaint little place for professors and researchers. Small building containing interesting manuscripts, scrolls, prints, ancient drawings and other written material, that give an insight into the cultural and historical development of the city.

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Central State Museum

Museum

Address: Central State Museum, 44 Furmanov, Almaty Phone: +7 (3272) 642 200, +7 (3272) 642 390 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.unesco.kz/heritagenet/kz/hn-english/csmrk/engl/index_en.htm Timings: Wednesdays to Mondays 10 am to 6 pm Tickets: children 30 KZT, adults 60 KZT

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Arasan Baths

House

Address: intersection of Kunaev and Ayteke Bi Streets, opposite Panfilov Park, Almaty Phone: + 7 (727) 272 4018 Timings: Tuesdays to Sundays 8 am to 10 pm Tickets: 480 KZT for every two-hour session

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Kok-tobe/Koktyube Recreational Area

Hill

Address: Kök-Töbe (Green Hill) on the mountainside, southeastern suburb of Almaty A large recreational space on the foothills of the Zailysky Alatau Mountains, Kok Tobe has the perfect vantage points for observing the city at a distance, especially during the night time. Looking at the panoramic cityscape below you with all its glittering lights, with the winter winds howling in your ears while you sip on a cup of steaming coffee, is one experience you will never want to forget! Kok Tobe also contains a number of small-scale amusement parks, crafts shops, and restaurants (do try the shashlik!), making it a family-friendly place rather than a hangout spot for couples and honeymooners only. The area is connected to the city by means of an aerial tramway that runs from the Palace of the Republic in Dostyk Avenue (near Hotel Kazakhstan), all the way up to the actual “Green Hill” – a ten minute ride by cable car that takes you over rooftops and gardens of the old Almaty city, costing around 100 KZT one-way. You can walk back downhill if you prefer – a long, but enchanting walk. The cable car runs from 11 am to 7 pm all days except Tuesdays.

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Alpine Park on the Road to Chimbulak

Park

Address: along the same road as Medeu Ice Rink, Dam, and Chimbulak. Large, sprawling park, which contains quite a number of apple trees in addition to its towering alpine cones. Pleasant stop, especially if you catch a light drizzle.

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Chimbulak/Shymbulak Ski Resort

Resort

Address: past the Medeu Ice Skating Rink and Medeu Dam, up the same trail Reception: +7 (3272) 58 19 99 Fax: +7 (3272) 58 20 30 Timings: open November to April/May

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Mamma Mia (Pizzeria)

Address: Gogolya 72, Almaty Phone: +7(727) 2733873 A totally mouthwatering selection of pizzas with irresistible toppings that will leave you craving for even more. The pasta and salad specials on the daily menu are also worth a try. The ambience is casual and cheerful, and service is quick and efficient.

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Euphoria (Eastern European)

Address: St.Satpaeva,Hyatt hotel, Almaty Phone: +7 727 226 1808 Certainly not the cheapest eatery around town – they charge you for entrance, for sitting, for batting an eyelid – ok, maybe not batting an eyelid, but everything here costs, and costs a lot! Ask before you order even a simple cocktail. Sometimes, you may be lucky enough to catch an international celebrity dining in here. Note – make reservations, as seats are always limited.

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Line Brew (Grilled/Pub

Address: 187а Furmanov Street, corner of Abay Avenue, Almaty Phone: + 7(727) 250 7985 Timings: 12 pm to 12 am

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Astana International Hotel

Address: 113 Baitursynov Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 250 70 50 Located near the Presidential Palace in the Republic Square, this prestigious 3 star hotel prides itself in its service to guests, most of which are business travelers and delegates. Located in proximity to the business district of the city, the hotel provides ideal opportunities for exploring and interacting with the local market and clientele. A hair salon, gift shop/newsstand, snooker and a ten-pin bowling alley, and 24 hour foreign currency exchange facilities are present at the hotel. Pets are also accepted here. This humble place can be compared to the Intercontinental and the Hyatt Regency, as it provides excellent value for being just a bit overpriced.

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Holiday Inn

Address: 2d Timiryazev Street, Almaty Phone: + 7 727 244 0255 Fax: + 7 727 244 0277 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/ALAKZ/welcome?start=1

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Hyatt Regency

Address: Akademik Satpaev Avenue 29/6, Almaty Phone: +7 727 250 1234 Fax: +7 727 250 8888

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Intercontinental Almaty

Address: 181 Zheltoksan Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 2505000 Fax: + 7 727 2582100 Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/almaty

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Hotel Kazakhstan

Address: 52/54 Dostyk Ave, Almaty Phone: +7 727 2919416 One of the very first hotels of the modern city, founded by the Russian government, but privatized in 2005. This impressively designed 26-story building contains 500 recently renovated guest rooms, all with welcoming décor and most modern amenities. The location of the hotel at the centre of the very happening Dostyk Street makes it an ideal venue for business travelers, with access to most of the city’s commercial districts. A beauty salon and 24 hour taxi service is available. Wireless internet is available in the lobby and the restaurant/bar on an hourly rate. This hotel is the primary choice for the budget business traveler.

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Premier Alatau Hotel

Address: 105 Dostyk Avenue, Almaty Phone: + 7 727 258 11 11 Fax: + 7 727 258 15 55 Email: [email protected] Website: http://alatau-hotel.kz/ Situated nearer to the airport than most other Almaty hotels (just 7 km), ensuring quick transfer via the hotel’s own cabs. The hotel is beautifully designed, with a general curved façade, meaning each adjacent guest room window on the upper floors has a view of the surrounding cityscape at a different angle, making the stay in each room unique. Some of the rooms also give beautiful views over the Medeu ski resort that lies nearby. The hotel’s away-from-city-centre location is ideal for the visitors who wantto experience the city at a distance, without all the hustle and bustle to interfere with their business or personal routine. Premier Alatau is known primarily for its excellent service – being a 3 star hotel, the service is highly professional, yet pleasantly hospitable. The staff also acts as informal guides, and any passing bellboy or waiter would be more than happy to provide you with general tips about touring the city. The lobby is equipped with high-speed wireless internet. It also contains a beauty salon, a travel agency, and a passport registration counter.

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Hotel Otrar

Address: 73 Gogolya Street (Kunaev), Almaty Phone: +7 3172 250 6806 +7 727 506 830

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Grand Hotel Eurasia

Address: 19а Zholdasbekov Street, Almaty Phone: +7 3172 264 8113 +7 3172 262 2693