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What to do at Medeu and Shymbulak in summer: one-day route, cable car prices, cafes and practical tips

Almaty in March and May feel like completely different cities: from +5°C and snow to +25°C, greenery, and open mountain trails

Almaty guide 2026: 25 places to visit — parks, museums, restaurants and mountain views. Prices, hours and maps included

Ethno village, Tamgaly-Tas, Charyn, Kolsai, Chundzha — routes within 300 km of the city

Almaty in winter: where to walk, which museums to visit, and the best hikes and day trips

Kaindy Lake guide from Almaty 2026: 300 km drive often combined with Kolsai, eco fees and seasons

Assy Plateau guide from Almaty 2026: 3–4 hour drive, camping under the stars, seasons and what to pack

Issyk Lake guide from Almaty 2026: how to get there (70 km), prices, weather by season and what to pack

Guide to Kolsai Lakes from Almaty 2026: trails to Kolsai-2 and 3, seasons, eco fees and where to stay overnight

Charyn Canyon guide from Almaty 2026: the drive, eco fees, best season to visit and where to stay overnight

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