Almatyis a wonderful region with beautiful scenery, which, thanks to the efforts of the people, has become a developed infrastructure, culture, economy and quality of life, settlement. One of the main attractions of this city – of course, mountains, modern ski resorts and salubrious climate. Among the relics of ancient mountain ranges, is a lot of amazing, secluded corners where you can enjoy contact with wildlife. For example – Turgen gorge, which extends to a depth of 44 km in the national Park Ile-Alatau. Here, among the thickets of the relict pine needles, are the miracle hot springs and raging waterfalls. Another wonderful and even mystical place is mountainous Almaty lake, which is located at 2510 m above sea level. Its calm water resembles a magic mirror that changes its color with the coming of a new season. The largest lake
Kazakhstanis lake Balkhash, where the water is half fresh, half – salt. One of the most popular natural attractions is the Alpine Park, where you can go on the way to the ski resort Chimbulak (Shymbulak). Here is the famous sporting sights of Almaty-Medeu skating rink, which is the largest in the world highest outdoor competitions in winter sports, with high-end area of the ice arena – 10500 m2. The rink is a state treasure and a monument of town-planning and architecture, also called "factory of records". After all, thanks to the use of pure mountain water to fill the ice, has achieved a unique surface smoothness, can lead to high results, for example, at a distance in the skating competition. Stunning views can be admired in the charin Canyon, which ranks second among the biggest canyons in the world. Outskirts of Almaty can please also the lovers of antiquity. Here you can find, for example, the ancient temple of the Tamgaly gorge, where lies a complex of mounds, and where once was found a unique gallery of rock carvings. Among the petroglyphs, you can find the ancient deities and rites. Another famous complex of rock carvings – petroglyphs Tamariskia, included in the list of UNESCO heritage, is located on the way to Bishkek, where you will find an exciting journey along the valley of the volcanoes in the foothills of the Tien Shan.