Almaty, the largest and the most hustling and bustling city of Kazakhstan, is certainly the most vibrant city in the whole of Central Asia. This leafy city of Almaty adorned by the snow-capped peaks of Zailiysky Alatau has the most unique amalgamation of soviet, European and a central Asian vibe. This city which had once been one of the stops of the famous silk route is also known as the birthplace of apples. Almaty literally means ‘city of apple trees’. Major tourist attractions here are Medeu, Chimbulak Ski Resort, Sunkar International Ski Jumping Complex, Central Mosque, Ascension Cathedral, The Zelyony Bazaar, The Ruins of Sauran, The Charyn Canyon, Zenkov Cathedral, and President’s Cultural Center.