Showing posts with label Kazakhstan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kazakhstan. Show all posts

Monday, August 18, 2025

Kazakhstan - Karaganda



Meeting of Karaganda Postcrossers
10th February 2024

Sent by Sergej from Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

Karaganda (also known as Karagandy) is a major city in central Kazakhstan and the capital of the Karaganda Region. It is the fifth-most populous city in the country, with a population of 497,777 as of the 2020 Census, marking an increase from 459,778 in 2009 and 436,864 in 1999. Karaganda is located approximately 230 kilometers (140 miles) southeast of Kazakhstan's capital city, Astana.

Historically, Karaganda has been a central hub for coal mining, which has shaped its economy and development. The city saw significant growth during the Soviet Union, driven by the expansion of its coal industry. Coal remains a key sector in the city's economy, with mining continuing to be a significant contributor to its industrial base.

In addition to its industrial roots, Karaganda is home to a growing population and a rich cultural heritage. The city hosts several educational institutions, such as Karaganda State University, which support its role as an academic and research center in central Kazakhstan. Karaganda’s infrastructure and economy have been evolving, with modernization efforts in various sectors, including transportation, healthcare, and housing.

Karaganda is also known for its historical significance, having played an important role in the industrial development of the Soviet Union. Today, it stands as a key city in Kazakhstan, contributing to the country’s economy while maintaining its historical and cultural heritage (read more).


Sunday, June 13, 2010

Kazakhstan - Karaganda - Karaganda Hotel


Karagnada Hotel in Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

The fifth of the five postcards sent by Amir from Karaganda in Kazakhstan.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Kazakhstan - Lake Baceen


Lake Baceen in the Karkaraly National Park in Kazakhstan.

The fourth of the five postcards sent by Amir from Karaganda in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan - Karaganda Circus


Circus building in Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

The third of the five postcards sent by Amir from Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan - Astana


An aerial view of the city of Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.

The second of the five postcards sent by Amir from Karaganda in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan - Бəйтерек


Bayterek (Kazakh: Бəйтерек, "tall poplar [tree]"), a monument and observation tower in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. A tourist attraction popular with foreign visitors and native Kazakhstanis alike, it is a common symbol of the city and itself in turn symbolizes Astana's new status as the capital of Kazakhstan.

The first of the five postcards sent by Amir from Karaganda in Kazakhstan.