Kazakhstan
Asia · Central Asia
- Capital
- Astana
Famous for
- Animal Saiga antelope
- Food Beshbarmak
- Festival Nauryz
- Landmark Charyn Canyon
- Sport Boxing
Three facts
Country
Kazakhstan's wild Malus sieversii is the primary ancestor of the modern domesticated apple.
Capital: Astana
Astana's Baiterek has a golden viewing sphere at 97 m, marking 1997, when the city became capital.
Flag
Kazakhstan's flag gives its golden sun exactly 32 rays, with a steppe eagle flying beneath it.
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