Almaty (ALA)
CLIMATE
Coolest from December to February at average temperature of -10°C. The climate is continental with extremes especially in the plains and valleys. Warmest from March to November at average temperature of +18°C+25. Wettest from September to November.
AIRPORT
International Almaty Airport is located 25 km from the city centre.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For foreign citizens need passport with valid visa. You can get useful visa information in Kazakhstan visa requirements section and information about Kazakhstan Diplomatic Mission abroad and Foreign Missions in Kazakhstan. As an aid to passengers, we have provided useful visa information under a section called “Travel Information/Kazakhstan Visa Requirements”. For more detailed information on visa requirement please refer to the local immigration authorities direct or through your travel agent.
CURRENCY
Kazakhstan tenge
Notes: 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000
Coins: 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100
BUSINESS HOURS
Government: 0900 to1800 Monday to Friday
Banks: 0900 to1800 Monday to Friday
Shops: 0900 to 2000 daily
LANGUAGE
Kazakh, Russian
TRANSPORTATION
Buses, trolley-buses, trams, taxi
POINTS OF INTEREST
Central Museum, Abai Opera and Ballet Hall, M.Auezov Kazakh Dramatic Theater, Lermontov Russian Theater, Central Circus, Ski centre “Chimbulak”, Skate Centre “Medeo”, Koktobe, Charyn Kanyon.
