Host country · August 2026
Kazakhstan
Crossroads of Europe and Asia — and your host for the IFMSA General Assembly. Welcome to Astana.
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Baiterek Monument
The symbol of Astana — ride to the top for a panoramic view of the capital.
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Khan Shatyr
The world's largest tent — a whole entertainment center and mall inside.
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Khazret Sultan Mosque
One of Central Asia's largest mosques, its minarets piercing the steppe sky.
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National Museum of Kazakhstan
The country's story — from Saka gold to the space age — under one vast roof.
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Palace of Peace and Accord
The glass-and-steel pyramid built for dialogue between world religions.
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Astana Opera
Kazakhstan's grandest stage for opera and ballet — tickets are famously affordable.
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Nur Alem (EXPO 2017 sphere)
The world's largest spherical building — a museum of future energy, next door to campus.
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Ailand Aquarium
An aquarium more than 3,000 km from the nearest sea — deep-sea life in the heart of the steppe.
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Astana Circus
The flying-saucer building locals love — circus shows all year round.
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Astana Botanical Garden
Green walking paths between campus and the city center — the locals' favorite evening stroll.
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Astana Grand Mosque
Opened in 2022 and among the largest mosques in the world — a short ride from campus.
All on the map
Every landmark, plus the venue, food and transport stops — pan the map or open any pin in Google Maps or 2GIS.
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All locations on this map
- Nazarbayev UniversityGoogle Maps — Nazarbayev University2GIS — Nazarbayev University
- Baiterek MonumentGoogle Maps — Baiterek Monument2GIS — Baiterek Monument
- Khan ShatyrGoogle Maps — Khan Shatyr2GIS — Khan Shatyr
- Khazret Sultan MosqueGoogle Maps — Khazret Sultan Mosque2GIS — Khazret Sultan Mosque
- National Museum of KazakhstanGoogle Maps — National Museum of Kazakhstan2GIS — National Museum of Kazakhstan
- Palace of Peace and AccordGoogle Maps — Palace of Peace and Accord2GIS — Palace of Peace and Accord
- Astana OperaGoogle Maps — Astana Opera2GIS — Astana Opera
- Nur Alem (EXPO 2017 sphere)Google Maps — Nur Alem (EXPO 2017 sphere)2GIS — Nur Alem (EXPO 2017 sphere)
- Ailand AquariumGoogle Maps — Ailand Aquarium2GIS — Ailand Aquarium
- Astana CircusGoogle Maps — Astana Circus2GIS — Astana Circus
- Astana Botanical GardenGoogle Maps — Astana Botanical Garden2GIS — Astana Botanical Garden
- Astana Grand MosqueGoogle Maps — Astana Grand Mosque2GIS — Astana Grand Mosque
- Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)Google Maps — Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)2GIS — Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)
- Nurly Zhol Railway StationGoogle Maps — Nurly Zhol Railway Station2GIS — Nurly Zhol Railway Station
- Mega Silk WayGoogle Maps — Mega Silk Way2GIS — Mega Silk Way
- Keruen MallGoogle Maps — Keruen Mall2GIS — Keruen Mall
- UMC Mother & Child Center (hospital)Google Maps — UMC Mother & Child Center (hospital)2GIS — UMC Mother & Child Center (hospital)
Pin locations are approximate — use the Google Maps or 2GIS links for door-to-door directions.
Good to know
August weather
Warm days around 25–30 °C, cool nights around 12–15 °C — and the famous steppe wind. Pack a layer.
Money
The currency is the tenge (₸ KZT). Cards are widely accepted in Astana; keep some cash for markets.
Plugs & power
Type C/F sockets (European), 220 V / 50 Hz. UK and US plugs need an adapter.
Two languages
Kazakh and Russian are both everywhere. One word goes a long way: rakhmet — thank you.