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Ancient traditions and modern interpretations: Kazakh wedding rituals

How people made proposals in the past, how brides said good-bye to their relatives, and why their faces were covered before the wedding.

15:53 GMT+05 • 26 Октября, 2021 9 минут

Dr Gabriel McGuire: «I would absolutely explain to my friends the tradition of eating sheep's heads before they come to Kazakhstan»

Anthropologist, ethnographer and professor Gabriel McGuire told us how he learned Kazakh, why he travelled to Taraz and what draws him the most in our culture and folklore.

08:58 GMT+05 • 28 Июля, 2021 15 минут

From Georgia to Kazakhstan: why is tamada a huge part of Kazakhstani feasts?

We discuss the history of tamada, the importance of this profession and the essence of a union in Kazakh culture.

14:06 GMT+05 • 23 Июля, 2021 6 минут

Gifts, meat and tea: a guide on how to visit a Kazakhstani household like a local

Hospitality is a major part of Kazakh culture. Learning more about traditions of having guests and guest etiquette in this article.

10:35 GMT+05 • 16 Июля, 2021 7 минут

Dr. Gary Barker: How men can be ambassadors of positive change by promoting equitable masculinity

We talked to a co-founder of the non-governmental organization Promundo which works in collaboration to promote caring and non-violent gender relations.

08:28 GMT+05 • 03 Июня, 2021 22 минуты

Is Kazakhstan Ready to Eat Lab—grown Meat?

Synthetic meat is a scientific breakthrough that will provide meat lovers with an opportunity to enjoy their meal without killing animals or the environment. But is everyone ready to switch to the new alternative?

14:41 GMT+05 • 27 Июля, 2020 3 минуты

A Plea to Change: Ecotourism in Kazakhstan

Ecotourism is a crucial concept that has been proliferating in some countries, yet still requires a thorough introduction in others.

13:36 GMT+05 • 21 Июля, 2020 2 минуты

Tamgaly Petroglyphs: Kazakhstan’s Cultural Treasure

A look inside of rock carvings that became an ancient sanctuary and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

13:14 GMT+05 • 13 Июля, 2020 2 минуты

Did Kazakhstan's Lake Zaysan Outlive the Dinosaurs?

Lake Zaysan is a nature’s gift that has been in Kazakhstan for centuries, becoming a haven for both locals and tourists. Unfortunately, its time is running out.

15:07 GMT+05 • 30 Июня, 2020 1 минута

Covid-19 Doesn’t Have to Ruin Your Summer Vacation: Kazakhstan’s Top 10 Nature Resorts

Kazakhstan’s geography allows for an array of destinations that vary in price and are unique in their offers.

10:12 GMT+05 • 09 Июня, 2020 5 минут

What to visit in Astana, apart from the Expo?

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16:54 GMT+05 • 03 Августа, 2017 20 минут

Meet 15 unique ladies from Kazakhstan

"KZ Faces" project by Naira Oganesyan

11:33 GMT+05 • 07 Октября, 2016 1 минута

Economist Daron Acemoglu – about media and democracy in Kazakhstan

Daron Acemoglu, author of the bestseller "Why Nations Fail" and professor of Economics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, gave an exclusive interview to The Steppe journalist during Astana Economic Forum

14:31 GMT+05 • 28 Июня, 2016 10 минут