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Turkestan Region Overview
Your complete guide to visiting Turkestan Region, Kazakhstan
About Turkestan Region
Explore Kazakhstan's Turkestan Region, a crossroads of Silk Road heritage and vast steppe landscapes. From the UNESCO-listed Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum to warm hospitality, it beckons curious travelers.
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Country
Kazakhstan
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Overall Rating
81/100
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Overall81
Cost80
Safety86
Fun76
Food82
What to Expect in Turkestan Region
Heritage Monuments
Visit the Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum, a UNESCO site, and other Silk Road era landmarks in Turkistan City.
Nature Scenes
Explore the Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve and sweeping steppe valleys.
Local Hospitality
Experience warm Kazakh hospitality in Shymkent and rural homestays.
Top Experiences
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Historic Sites
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Mausoleum Visit
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Silk Road Trails
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Scenic Valleys
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Walking Tours
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Photo Spots
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Food Tours
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Markets & Shops