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About Traveling to Shymkent

Shymkent is one of the oldest cities in Kazakhstan and a vibrant cultural and commercial hub in the south of the country. The city is famous for its authentic Kazakh hospitality, beautiful green parks, and traditional markets filled with unique local flavors.

Daily cost

~225 SAR

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13°C

Clear

41%

5 km/h

Today

18°9°

Fri

20°8°

Sat

21°7°

Sun

19°8°

Mon

20°7°

Tue

20°8°

Wed

21°10°

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Top Attractions in Shymkent

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Tips

•Try famous local dishes like 'Shashlik' in the traditional markets.
•Use ride-hailing apps to navigate the city easily.
•Learn some basic phrases in Russian or Kazakh to facilitate communication.
•Make sure to visit local markets early in the morning to avoid crowds and get the freshest products.

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