Monumental mosques and a futuristic museum: Kazakhstan’s Astana was full of surprises

"Foodies can feast on meat dishes and local chocolate at wallet-friendly prices.
Whilst Kazakhstan’s former capital Almaty is often known as the city of culture, Astana is still well worth a visit for stunning architecture, friendly locals and a taste of nomadic culture.

Unlike many city breaks, an Astana itinerary won’t be packed with art galleries. Thanks to Kazakhstan’s nomadic culture, the performing arts prevailed over physical. This has given rise to a variety of drama, ballet and opera theatres.
I spent 6 days exploring the city and here are my top picks of things to do."

This is the beginning of an article by Hannah Brown, Euronews correspondent on a visit to Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. The full article is available on the Euronews website.