TSE → GUW

Astana Modern Architecture

Aerial views of the southern districts of Astana, featuring the distinctive Expo 2017 sphere and the modern skyline.

Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve

A UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of a massive system of lakes and wetlands, often appearing as blue mirrors in the steppe.

Salt Lakes and Pans

Vast white patches of dried salt lakes that create a stark, geometric contrast against the brown and gold steppe.

Tengiz Oil Fields

As you approach the Caspian depression, look for the massive infrastructure and flares of Kazakhstan's major oil production sites.

Caspian Sea Horizon

On clear days during the final descent, the shimmering blue line of the Caspian Sea becomes visible to the south.

The Great Steppe

Uninterrupted views of the Kazakh Steppe, showcasing the immense scale and lonely beauty of the central Asian plains.

Turgay Geological Formations

Subtle textures and eroded plateaus of the Turgay Basin, showing the ancient geological history of the region.

Ural River

The winding Ural River, which serves as the geographic boundary between the continents of Europe and Asia.

Atyrau Cityscape

A clear view of the city of Atyrau, split by the Ural River, showing the bridge connections between the European and Asian sides.