A three-day international press tour has officially started in Shymkent, aiming to promote the city’s growing tourism potential. The event brings together 30 bloggers and media representatives from Azerbaijan, Russia, Uzbekistan, and various regions of Kazakhstan.   The main goal of the press tour is to strengthen Shymkent’s image in domestic and international media by…

Shymkent city is actively implementing the «OMIR SHYMKENT» tourism project — a modern ethno-glamping complex whose construction is proceeding in line with the approved schedule. The project aims to enhance the region’s tourism potential, promote ethno-tourism, and establish sustainable leisure infrastructure. At present, the construction site has been fully fenced for 6 glamping houses, and…

October is a special time to explore Shymkent. The city is filled with soft sunlight, golden hues, and a unique autumn atmosphere. For those planning to visit during this season, we’ve prepared a short checklist to help you experience the very best of Shymkent and fully immerse yourself in its charm. Take a stroll along…

The «School of the young guide» training event was held at the Central Asian Innovation University, organized by the Tourist Information Center «Visit Shymkent». The program was aimed at developing the professional skills of students and practicing guides, improving the quality of excursion services, and strengthening the human resource potential of the city’s tourism sector.…

At the beginning of October, Shymkent once again became a center of attraction for creative minds from across the country. On October 10, the Tourist Information Center «Visit Shymkent» organized a special city tour for designers, serving as a vibrant prelude to the main fashion event of the season – the 15th edition of the…

On September 27, 2025, Shymkent celebrated World Tourism Day with an Open Day event held at the ShymQala Historical and Cultural Complex. The celebration gathered around 1,000 participants. The program began with a guided tour of the ShymQala complex, where guests had the opportunity to learn more about the city’s rich history and ancient architecture.…

In Shymkent, tour operators from Kazakhstan and South Korea signed a Memorandum of Mutual Cooperation. The main purpose of the document is to develop tourism relations and promote the tourist potential of Shymkent in connection with the launch of new direct flights. Within the framework of the Memorandum, the following areas are included: • development…

On September 7–9, in the city of Guba (Azerbaijan), the Second Kazakh-Azerbaijani Tourism Forum was held with the participation of a special delegation from Kazakhstan. Within its framework, the city of Shymkent showcased its tourism potential. During the forum, Shymkent’s rich historical heritage, cultural values, and modern infrastructure were presented, along with new opportunities aimed…

A three-day seminar-training was organized in Shymkent for hotel and restaurant administrators as well as tour guides. The participants were offered master classes combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Professionals with extensive experience in the tourism industry and international-level experts were invited as speakers. Diana Urmanova, a business trainer certified in training business coaches at…

On July 19, the pedestrian alley Arbat hosted the city’s first-ever «Street Food Fest». This vibrant celebration of taste and atmosphere offered residents and guests a unique gastronomic experience, showcasing Shymkent’s street food culture from a fresh and exciting perspective. The festival program featured chef masterclasses, street dance performances, live music, and a crafts fair,…