Turkestan

Time Zone

GMT +5

Center of the Region

Turkestan

Touristic Centers

10+

About Turkestan

Turkestan is a Silk Road city centered on the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, the Keruen-Saray complex and a walkable old town - heritage and city life in one place.

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City View

Modern streets of Turkestan near the Keruen-Saray complex.

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Kazakh Spiritual Center

The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi - UNESCO heritage site.

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Keruen-Saray

A modern cultural complex representing the Silk Road spirit.

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Rabia Sultan Begim Mausoleum

A place of history and serenity surrounded by beautiful gardens.

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From ancient history to modern spirit

Main Attractions

The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi - the main pilgrimage site in Kazakhstan.
Keruen-Saray - cultural and entertainment complex with theaters, museums, and hotels.
Rabia Sultan Begim Mausoleum - a historical monument of the Timurid era.

Culture & Traditions

Ethno-village "Turkistan" - experience Kazakh crafts and nomadic life.
Yasawi University - center of Islamic studies and education.
Local Bazaars - traditional food, souvenirs, and handmade goods.

Art and Architecture

Regional Art Gallery - showcases traditional and modern Kazakh art.
Keruen Theater - open-air performances and cultural shows.

Festivals and Events

“Yasawi Heritage” festival - music, history, and spiritual unity.
Nowruz celebrations - spring festivities with national games and performances.
Ethno-cultural fairs - crafts, cuisine, and folklore displays.