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In Kazakhstan visual arts are very popular and displayed across the country.  Kazakhs enjoy painting and making statues. Art pieces from Kazakhstan can symbolize many different things including peace, freedom, war, and celebration. Kazakhstan is home to many famous sculptures. The Bayterek tower , Beatles monument, and the Palace of Peace. These statues are not just beautiful but they also bring tourists which grows the Kazakhstan economy. The arts in Kazakhstan are extraordinary and symbolizes important topics.

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Kazakhs enjoy celebrating all the great moments of Kazakhstan’s history. The two main holidays in Kazakhstan are independence day and defenders day. Independence day is celebrated on December 16th and 17th. On independence day their is a festival at the presidential palace and at night there are fireworks. Defenders day is celebrated on May 7th and people celebrate by going to markets that are held in towns across Kazakhstan. Kazakhs enjoy celebrating the history of Kazakhstan.

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In Kazakhstan religion is very important and Kazakhstan is home to 131 ethnic groups.  In Kazakhstan there are many different religions but the two biggest are Islam and Christianity.  75% of Kazakhs practice Islam which is the most popular religion in Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is home to many different ethnicities so lots of religions are accepted in Kazakhstan. Religion is a very important part of life for Kazakhs all around Kazakhstan.

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Kazakhs practice religion in many different ways and places. The place most Kazakhs go to worship is a mosque or a church. There are 3,088 religious organizations in Kazakhstan and 2,268 of those are mosques. There are not just churches and mosques in Kazakhstan there are actually four Jewish synagogues in Kazakhstan. The government observes most Islamic holidays since a majority of the country practices Islam. Christians go to church on sunday like we do in america. Kazakhstan is home to many religious buildings.

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Kazakhstan is a country many big and important industries. Some of the biggest industries in Kazakhstan are mining, gas, oil, and electricity. One of the reasons why these industries help Kazakhstan is using them to trade. Kazakhstan’s most traded items are gas, chemicals, and aviation. Kazakhstan’s trades help them become allies with other countries. These industries produce a variety of different products. Some of these products are oil, minerals, aviation equipment, and copper. These industries help Kazakhstan’s economy in many different ways.

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Kazakhs have had an impact is this world in many ways. Tons of amazing athletes called Kazakhstan home. Two of those athletes are Evgeni Nabokov a former NHL goalie and Gennady Golovkin who is a professional  boxer. Evgeni Nabokov played in the NHL from 1991- 2015. Gennady Golovkin is still boxing and he fought his most famous fight recently and it was very publicized because it ended in a draw. Kazakhstan also is called home to many powerful world leaders. Two of those leaders are  Dmitriy Salamatin the Defence Minister of Ukraine and Dzhamilya Stehlikova was the first non Czech minister of the Czech Republic. Kazakhs have made a big impact to our world and will keep making an impact.

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The Kazakhstan government is part of many world leader groups two well known ones are the United Nations and the United Nation Security Council. Kazakhstan joined the United Nations in March of 1992. Kazakhstan joined just a few months after becoming independent. Kazakhstan is one of the 193 members of the United Nations. Kazakhstan’s goal in the United Nations is to promote peace and security. Kazakhstan is also part of the United Nations Security Council. Kazakhstan joined the U.N. Security Council on June 28 2016. Unlike the U.N. Kazakhstan has a temporary seat in the U.N. Security Council because of that they will hold a seat till 2018. The Kazakhstan government participates in these world groups such as the U.N. and the U.N. Security Council to promote peace and gaining more allies.

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Almaty a magnificent city to live in or visit. Almaty is the largest city in all of Kazakhstan with a population of 1.713 million people. Almaty is a city with many cool statues like the Monument of Independence a tall statue in one of the busiest squares in the whole city and the beatles statue a statue that is a dedication to a great band called the beatles. Almaty is also a travel hub for Kazakhstan because Almaty is home to the biggest airport in all of Kazakhstan. Overall Almaty is a magnificent place to visit and live in Kazakhstan.

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Throughout Kazakhstan’s history there has been many historic events. The biggest event happened on December 16th 1991. This was the day that Kazakhstan gained independence. They were previously controlled by the Soviet Union. After the war Kazakhstan began growing. The starting becoming allies with other countries. Those countries include Russia, China, and the United States. These historic events are what made Kazakhstan what it is today.

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The Kazakhstan government is a very fascinating government. The structure works like the United States they have three branches the legislative branch, judicial branch, and the executive branch. Kazakhstan has a parliament which is like the senate. The parliament has two houses the upper house and lower house. In the upper house there are 47  members and they serve a six year term.  In the lower house there are 107 members and they serve a five year term.  The prime minister is  part of the executive branch. The president has power over every branch. To vote you have to 18 years of age. The Kazakhstan government is a fascinating government of a very interesting country.

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Many Kazakhs create music by using many different methods. The styles of music that are popular in Kazakhstan are pop, rock, and folk music. Kazakhs make music by singing or by playing a instruments.  A lot of instruments played by Kazakhs are part of the culture. One of those instruments that are part of the Kazakhstan culture is the dombra. The dombra is a string instrument that is like a guitar. The dombra has two strings and is played in many different styles of music. Music is an very  important part of Kazakhstan culture.

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Kazakhstan has a unique justice system. The judicial system is part of the judicial branch. The highest court is the supreme court.  The supreme court is made of 44 members. The second highest court is the regional courts and lowest courts are the district courts. Laws in Kazakhstan are different than many other countries. Some actions that are illegal in Kazakhstan are same sex marriage, possession of drugs, and taking photographs of government buildings. Another thing to note most radio stations in Kazakhstan are ran by the government so you will not have much different types of radio. The Kazakhstan military protects Kazakhstan and keeps order in Kazakhstan. You must be 18 years of age to serve in the military and most people serve for 2 years. The different branches of the Kazakhstan Armed Forces are land forces, navy, and air defence forces. The justice system and military keep Kazakhstan a safe and peaceful place to live.

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Kazakhs eat and drink variety of different foods and beverages. In Kazakhstan people eat breakfast at around 8:00 am. Then Kazakhs eat a midday meal at around 1:00 pm and many working adults go home to eat their midday meal. Then at around 7:00 pm Kazakhs eat a lighter evening meal and is then followed by tea and then dessert. Kazakhs dine in different ways but people in rural areas usually eat at a low table and sit on handmade mattresses. Kazakhs drink many different beverages. The main beverage Kazakhs drink is tea which is drank year round. In summer Kazakhs enjoy kumis which is a special type of milk and kvass which is made from dried bread. In Kazakhstan people believe cold beverages are unhealthy. Kazakhstan eat a variety of foods.  A Kazakhstan favorite is beshbarmak which is made of flat dough , wide noodles, cooked meat , and onion. Kazakhstan foods are mostly boiled and cooked with meat. Kazakhs everyday enjoy these different food and beverages.

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The currency in Kazakhstan is called tenge. Currency in Kazakhstan is much different than many other types of currency. 1 tenge is the value of 0.0030 U.S. dollars. The average household income in Kazakhstan right now is 2,631.23 U.S. dollars. In 2013 had the highest average household income in history with the average income being 4,435.84 U.S. dollars. The lowest average household income happened in 2000 when the average income was only 536.29 U.S. dollar. Poverty is an important issue in Kazakhstan. The unemployment rate projected in 2017 is 5.04%. The currency of Kazakhstan is a very fascinating type of currency.

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When Kazakhs are not working or in school they like to do a variety of recreational activities. Many  Kazakhs participate in sports during their free time. Some sports like boxing, soccer, and traditional wrestling are popular in most of Kazakhstan but other sports such as skating and ice hockey are more popular in the colder parts of Kazakhstan. Kazakhs also like to relax and enjoy leisure activities on their freetime. Watching television is very popular in Kazakhstan. Children also like to play games such as dominos and cards. Kazakhs don’t usually hang out with people from their opposite gender. Kazakhs also like to explore the outdoors in beautiful Kazakhstan. Adventures people enjoy hiking and fishing. Families often take day trips to explore the outdoors. People that live and work in urban areas enjoy having picnics with friends or family. Kazakhs do lots of recreational activities during their free time.

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Astana is a beautiful city and home to the Kazakhstan government. Astana is the second largest city in Kazakhstan with a population of  1.007 million people.  Astana is a popular tourist destination partly because it is the capital of Kazakhstan. The Akorda is the president of Kazakhstan’s residence located in Astana. The Bayterek tower is one of the most popular statues  in all of Astana. Astana is a great city and the capital of a very interesting country.