Tag: Astana
Between tradition and modernity
A view over the Khan Shatyr entertainment center of Astana. This emblematic 150m-high structure designed by Norman Foster combines the shape of a traditional kazakh yurt with the… [...]
The Astana games
The Paris Olympic Games have just come to an end, and everyone still has some vivid images of them. The BMX events on Place de la Concorde, for… [...]
A bridge over the Ichim
It is a major attraction on the promenade along the River Ishim, and one of Astana’s many architectural boldnesses. Designed by the Kazakh studio New Moon,… [...]
Contemporary standard
Wedged between two ultra-modern facades and an Anglicised sign (ironically, Highvill could be transliterated as ‘high mountain village’), this sunset over Astana (Kazakhstan) is no less sumptuous. Credits : Isabelle… [...]
Lights shine in Astana
The view of Bayterek Tower from the wintry park gives the bizarre building an almost festive appearance in the blaze of lights. Photo:… [...]
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On the way home
Residents on their… [...]
Futuristic Elevator
Experiencing a futuristic elevator during the Astana 2017 Expo in the Kazakh capital of Nur Sultan, formerly known as Astana. Credit: Raban Haaijk (Netherlands) Find all of our photos… [...]
Nazarbaev Library
Nazarbaev Library in the Kazakh capital Nur-Sultan.Credit: Raban Haaijk (Netherlands)… [...]