Astana
Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, lies on the Ishim River in the Kazakh Uplands. It is the country's second-largest city, with rapidly growing modern architecture. Here you will find the Baiterek Tower and the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation. The climate is continental, with freezing winters dropping below -20 °C and warm summers reaching 30 °C. It is best visited in spring or autumn, when the weather is gentler. Astana is a cultural and political centre that continues to grow.
