Stories Kazakh Heritage Sites Tell: Historical Places You Should Visit
By Nagima Abuova in Editor’s Picks, Tourism on 12 October 2025
ASTANA — Beyond their stone walls and ancient carvings, Kazakhstan’s heritage sites tell stories of trade, faith, conquest, and resilience, offering travelers more than just destinations to visit – narratives that connect the country’s nomadic past with its evolving identity today.
The Astana Times highlights some of the country’s most remarkable and relatively easy to access historical landmarks. From sacred mausoleums and medieval fortresses to prehistoric rock carvings and mysterious red-stone ruins, these places highlight the richness of Kazakhstan’s past and the country’s growing efforts to make heritage tourism a central part of its future.
Author's summary: Kazakhstan's heritage sites showcase its rich history.