Tag: Чунджа

Kazakhstan is a fascinating country with a deep and complex history that reflects its position as a crossroads of civilizations. Historically, it was the land of nomadic tribes who roamed the vast steppe, living in harmony with nature and relying heavily on their herds. Its strategic location meant it was influenced by various empires, including the Mongols and the Russian Empire, which shaped its cultural and political landscape. The 20th century brought dramatic changes as Kazakhstan became part of the Soviet Union, undergoing rapid industrialization and social transformation. Finally, in 1991, Kazakhstan declared independence, stepping into a new era marked by sovereignty and development.

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Are you the modern kind of traveller just uploading photos to social media and sending them via messenger services to your beloved ones at home? Or are you a bit nostalgic and still sending postcards around the globe? I’m the latter kind and sending postcards is often quite a challenge these days as it becomes more and more unusual. At Kazakhstan, people will ask you directly why you intend to do such a stupid thing – tradition is the only accepted answer. At Kazakhstan, sending postcards is nowadays very uncommon and relatively costly (2200 Tenge per card!). But it is perfectly doable.

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