Polished steel, bold lines and symmetrical modernity mark a capital that will surprise you with its warmth and hospitality.

First up: could you even find it on an old-school map? And don't cheat by ... Beyond the impressive architecture, Astana boasts a rich Soviet history. The city's old centre still harbours a ...

Astana city officials are hoping the fair will also raise the ... you are excused if you don't know much about this Central Asian destination. If it helps, this map details the geography of the region ...

Continuing my travels through the ex-Soviet states, I reached Astana (now, Nur-Sultan City) from Tashkent. Ever wondered what would happen if someone were to play Minecraft in real life?

“Just as Versailles and parts of Paris were all created by one man’s vision, so too was Astana,” he says. The city’s futuristic design shows Kazakhstan’s ambition and desire to distance ...