Shymkent: Hotels and Accommodation

Shym Qala presents excavated historical evidence – for travelers looking for a hotel in Shymkent as well as anyone interested in the city's history: a blacksmith's workshop and a residential building from the 17th–18th century, a pre-Christian temple with evidence of a Zoroastrian ritual, exhibition rooms in the citadel, and an exhibition in an underground fortress. Those who wish to book a hotel in Shymkent can then continue their accommodation search.

Culture

The Shymkent Museum Association has dedicated halls covering the ancient history of the steppe, sacred heritage, economic and social life, and the cultures of the peoples of Kazakhstan. The Hakim Abai Museum is located in Abai Park and offers guided tours, video screenings, lectures, and open classes on Abai's work. The collections of the Local History Museum of Shymkent include natural history, metalwork, fine art, photographic documents, weapons, wooden products, archaeology, newspapers, and wool and cotton products.

Shymkent's Center of Customs and Traditions was opened in December 2014 as the first center of its kind in the republic. It conducts research and methodological work on national traditions and customs.

Nature and Cityscape

Shymkent Zoo covers 54 hectares. It includes a 34-hectare exhibition area landscaped with ornamental and fruit trees as well as hybrid tea roses. The zoo is described as having been founded in 1979; its official opening date is given as April 29, 1980.

Arbat is a cultural and social pedestrian space on Beybitshilik Avenue, with broad green boulevards and flower beds. Shymkent Altyn Eye is a 50-meter-high Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of the modern Shymkent City district.

Geographical Location

Gora Koskyzyl is located in the surrounding area of Shymkent. Rodnik Akberdy, Gora Aykol’, and Rodnik Kamystybulak are located in the wider regional surroundings of Shymkent.

For the higher-level travel overview: Sayram District.