A monumental fresco depicting Khiuaz Qayrqyzy Dospanova, a heroine of Soviet aviation, on a building in Aktau, Kazakhstan, celebrating her courage as the first Kazakh woman pilot of the “Night Witches” during World War II.

The “Night Witches” were Soviet aviators of the 588th Regiment, known for their daring night missions during World War II. They used light and rudimentary aircraft to harass enemy troops with deadly precision.

Credit: Elise Paqueteau (France)

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In the centre of Jizzakh, the smoke from the shashliks mingles with the exhaust fumes from the chaotic traffic and the heat haze of a summer’s day.

Credits: Eloïse Boitelle (@eloise_boitelle, France)

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The remote, Dolomite-like Kelinshektau mountain range in the Karatau Mountains with its lush green meadows and imposing peaks reminiscent of the traditional hats of Kazakh brides (kelinshek in Kazakh for bride) invite many hikers and city dwellers to picnic on weekends.

Credits : Balzhan & Axel Monse (@infoshymkent, Germany)

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