Kazakh Collection (#2)

Kazakhstan, Kolsay lakes National park, lake Kaindy in the autumn

Kazakhstan, Saty, rocky landscape near Saty village

Kazakhstan, Charyn Canyon, rock formations on the edge of the canyon

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zenkov Russian orthodox cathedral

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Zelionyj Bazar (Green Bazaar), nuts

Kazakhstan, Almaty, a couple of Kazakhs ride their horses

Kazakhstan, Almaty, Russian orthodox church

Spices, Zelionyj Bazar (Green Bazaar), Almaty, Kazakhstan

A plane flies above a church during an Epiphany service east of Almaty
A plane flies above a church during an Epiphany service, some 45 km ( 28 miles) east of Almaty, January 18, 2011. REUTERS/Shamil Zhumatov (KAZAKHSTAN - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Star trails form over yurts in a long exposure picture on the mountainous Assy plateau
Star trails form over yurts, traditional nomad felt tents, in a long exposure picture on the mountainous Assy plateau, about 2, 500 meters (8, 202 feet) above sea level

Sheep graze near yurts on the mountainous Assy plateau
Sheep graze near yurts, traditional nomad felt tents, on the mountainous Assy plateau, about 2, 500 meters (8, 202 feet) above sea level, some 90 kilometres (56 miles) east of Almaty August 1, 2013

A tomtit bird flies past a squirrel running on a fence after a snowfall in a park in Almaty, Kazakhstan, January 12, 2016. REUTERS/Shamil Zhumatov TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

The Wider Image: Kazakhstans singing sands
A long exposure photograph shows star trails in the night sky over a camp in Altyn-Emel national park, in Almaty region, Kazakhstan, May 13, 2016

Cross-section, prehistoric burial mound, Kazakhstan
Cross-section through a prehistoric burial mound, Kazakhstan

Kazakh village in Zhailau, during Nauryz (Spring holiday)
People in a high altitude summer pasture in Zhailau (Jailou), located in the Ile-Alatau State National Natural Park, Kazakhstan, during Nauryz (the traditional Spring holiday)

Antonov An-72 07 RED
Kazakh Air Defense Forces - Antonov An-72 07 RED (msn S-119), at RAF Mildenhall on 14 July 2016. Date: 2016

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Kazakh men at Eagle Festival Date: 07/05/2005

Kazakh Eagle Hunter of Mongolia
Kazakh Eagle Hunter men traditionally hunt foxes and wolves using trained golden eagles. Olgei, Western Mongolia.. Chanwit Whanset

Spring scene of Ili Kazakh Prairies
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The great migration of Kazakh
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A Group of Tatars - Kazakhstan. Date: circa 1920s

Shakarim Kudaiberdiyev, Kazakh writer and composer
Shakarim Kudaiberdiyev (Shakarim or Sahkarim Kudayberdyuly, 1858-1931), Kazakh poet, writer, translator, composer, historian and philosopher. 20th century

Shadow of eagle hunters Golden Eagle Aquila chrtsaetos on side of Ger complete with hood Bayan-Uglii western Mongolia

A mongol horseman out on the steppe in Altai mountains near Bayan-Ulgii in western Mongolia October

Prehistoric Kazakh farm scene, early agriculture, Kazakhstan. BCE

Kazakh yurt on a wheeled platform. 20th century

Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, Turkistan, Kazakhstan
The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi at the ancient city Yasy (Turkistan/Turkestan), Kazakhstan - one of important commercial centres on the Silk Road, the trade route between Europe and China

Karaganda, Kazakhstan - Steam tractor and two heavy wagons crossing a bad section of road Date: 1909

Launch of Vostok 1 spacecraft
Vostok 1 spacecraft. Launched from Earth (April 12, 1961) with the first cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, aboard. Still from a documentary shot in 1968

Kazakh hunter with Saker Falcon at Eagle hunters festival near Ulgii in western Mongolia October

Kazakh eagle hunter inside his Ger with his Golden Eagle near Bayan-Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Kazakh eagle hunters with Golden Eagles on way to the Eagle Hunters Festival in Bayan-Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Dalai Han an Kazakh eagle hunter with his Golden Eagle Bayan Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Kazakhs shoeing a horse with Gers behind Bayan Ugli Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Kazakh eagle hunter with his Golden Eagle Uglii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Dalai Han an Kazakh eagle hunter with his Golden Eagle Uglii in Altai Mountains western
Dalai Han an Kazakh eagle hunter with his Golden Eagle Bayan-Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

eagle hunters Golden Eagle Aquila chrtsaetos complete with hood Ugli western Mongolia

Kazakh eagle hunters with their Golden Eagles Bayan-Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Dalai Han an Kazakh eagle hunter with his Golden Eagle Bayan-Ulgii in Altai Mountains western Mongolia

Girls in a cotton field, Kazakhstan, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Kazakh national dance, Xinjiang, north west China
A woman performing a Kazakh national dance in Xinjiang (Sinkiang, Chinese Turkestan), north west China, with musicians playing in the background. Date: 1953

Kalmyk mongolian man illustration 1859
The natural history of the human species; its typical forms, primaeval distribution, filiations, and migrations

Tatar mongolian man illustration 1859
The natural history of the human species; its typical forms, primaeval distribution, filiations, and migrations

Flag of Kazakhstan

CENTRAL ASIA: CARAVANSARY. Caravansary on the road from Shymkent, Kazakhstan, to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Photograph, c1870

KAZAKHSTAN: SAURAN RUINS. Two towers at the ruins of the city of Sauran, Kazakhstan. Photograph, c1866

KAZAKHSTAN: JEWS, c1870. Jewish men with loaded camels standing in front of a building in Kazalinsk, Kazakhstan, after arriving from Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Photographed c1870

Moon night, Kalajun Grassland, Xinjiang China
Moon light over Kazakh wooden houses on Kalajun grassland, a UNESCO World Heritage nature site in Tianshan mountains, in Ili (Yili) Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Kazakh: From Omsk to Vostok 1 and Beyond" Discover the captivating world of Kazakh, a land steeped in history and brimming with cultural treasures. Nestled in Western Siberia, this region has witnessed remarkable events that have shaped its identity. In 1961, the launch of Vostok 1 spacecraft marked a monumental achievement for humanity. As Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin embarked on his historic journey into space, Kazakh children gazed at the skies with awe and wonder. Kazakhstan's significance continued to unfold as it became a stage for public protests in 1990. The C017/9394 movement echoed across the nation, symbolizing an era of change and resilience. Delving deeper into history, we encounter legendary figures like Shanuy Mode, revered as the supreme ruler of the Huns. Zhangir Khan's governance over Kazakh Khanate left an indelible mark on this land. The roots go even further back to Buman (Illig Qaghan), who founded Kaghanate Bum�an (Illig Qaghan). His vision laid strong foundations for future generations to thrive upon. Bauyrzhan Momyshuly emerges as a prominent figure - a Kazakh-Soviet officer whose bravery was matched only by his literary prowess. His writings continue to inspire minds today. Immerse yourself in Central Asia's vibrant equestrian culture through archers on horseback - skilled warriors embodying centuries-old traditions that still resonate within Kazakhstan's borders. A glimpse inside a traditional Kazakh yurt reveals not just architectural brilliance but also reflects their nomadic heritage deeply rooted in Kazakhstan's soul, and is here where stories are shared and bonds are forged under its protective canopy. Witnessing Antonov An-72 07 RED soar through azure skies showcases Kazakhstan's technological advancements, symbolizing its aspirations for a brighter future.