Modern Nomads is a fresh editorial series that follows a reporter on a journey to explore a diverse array of cultural delights in Kazakhstan, blending modernity and tradition with an outward-looking international perspective.

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An ancient Kazakh puppet tradition reborn

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A centuries-old Kazakh puppet tradition is finding new life on global stages, in classrooms, and even through 3D printing.

24/12/2025

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Wild horses return to Kazakhstan’s steppe

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A vanished species is returning to Kazakhstan’s vast grasslands, symbolising a broader effort to restore the country’s natural and cultural heritage.

10/12/2025

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Kairat Almaty takes UEFA Champions League to Central Asia

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Real Madrid’s visit to Kazakhstan became a national celebration and a major tourism boost, as Europe’s elite stage reached Almaty for the first time.

19/11/2025

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How Kazakhstan strengthened its chess position

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Kazakhstan has rapidly transformed into a global chess powerhouse, with record medal hauls, rising stars, and a new generation of grandmasters.

05/11/2025

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Kazakhstan’s natural wonders: Where flamingos paint the steppe pink

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A short trip from Astana, the Korgalzhyn State Nature Reserve is a pristine wildlife escape where visitors can observe majestic pink flamingos in their nesting grounds.

15/10/2025

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Explore Katon Karagay, Central Asia’s remote paradise

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Pristine nature, free wildlife, ancient glaciers, pristine waters. Katon Karagay is a hidden jewel of untouched wilderness in Central Asia.

01/10/2025

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Kazakhstan plans immersive tourism at iconic Soviet-era spaceport

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Kazakhstan is transforming launch sites at the world’s first cosmodrome into a tourism hub, aiming to attract 50,000 visitors by 2029 with glamping, hotels, and a children’s camp at the birthplace of human spaceflight.

10/09/2025

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Kazakhstan is changing how citizens think about environmental waste

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What happens when environmental change becomes a national mission? Kazakhstan’s nationwide ecological campaign aims to bring people together to make a positive impact on the natural world.

06/08/2025

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Kazakhstan is sketching out a bright future for its comics industry

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we dive into Kazakhstan’s emerging comics scene—following a local artist who now works with Marvel, and diving into the biggest Comic Con in Central Asia.

23/07/2025

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Kazakh Grand Canyon and sacred caves – explore the raw beauty of Mangystau

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Mangystau is a region known for its industrial strength, vast oil and gas reserves, and strategic position on the Caspian Sea. Yet the region holds far more than its industrial identity suggests.

09/07/2025

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Kazakh archaeological wonders draw crowds

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we travel across Kazakhstan in search of its most captivating archaeological treasures — from the royal Saka tombs of Berel in the east to the iconic Golden Man exhibit in the capital Astana.

25/06/2025

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Kazakhstan opens Institute to study Caspian Sea

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we turn our focus to the Caspian Sea. Shared by five coastal countries — Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan — the regional treasure faces a critical decline in sea levels.

18/06/2025

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Turkistan – Crown Jewel of Central Asia’s culture and religion

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Euronews visits Turkistan, the holy city of Asian Muslims and UNESCO’s cultural site with its ancient streets, a 14th century mausoleum, 16th century baths and 21st century tourist attractions.

11/06/2025

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Kazakhstan is making waves in global cinema – here’s how

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From large-scale action scenes to hit web series, Kazakh filmmakers are gaining international attention and reaching new audiences.

28/05/2025

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Kazakhstan’s musicals bring national stories to the modern stage

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Kazakhstan’s musical theatre is rising again. Rooted in tradition and reimagined for today, the genre is connecting generations — and taking local stories to new audiences at home and abroad.

21/05/2025

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How the Kazakh Tazy sighthound became a national icon

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet the Kazakh Tazy — a sighthound now gaining international recognition as a distinct and culturally significant breed.

14/05/2025

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Kazakh cuisine: Nomad tradition meets modern cuisine

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore Kazakh cuisine—how ancient dairy-based traditions evolved into hearty meat dishes and modern fusion meals shaped by history, customs and innovation.

30/04/2025

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Kazakh opera blends tradition and modernity for global audiences

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From iconic love stories to epic legends, Kazakh opera is finding a global stage. In this episode, we explore how this distinctive art form blends national identity with classical style.

16/04/2025

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Global nomads flock to the Kazakh steppe for Nauryz

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Digital nomads and travellers welcome spring on the Kazakh steppe in Nauryz - where ancestral flames, sheephead feasts and knucklebones games kick off a 10-day nomad festival.

02/04/2025

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How Kazakh Jewellers are giving tradition a modern polish

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In this episode of Modern Nomads, we dive deep into the world of Kazakh jewellery, uncovering its hidden gems. We explore how contemporary jewellers strike a brilliant balance between traditional ornaments and modern fashion trends, transforming their artistry into a thriving business.

19/03/2025