Karkaraly National Nature Park

Karkaraly is a stunning mountain oasis in the middle of the Kazakh steppe, famous for its pine forests, unique rock formations, and alpine lakes. 📍 Must-See Locations Lake Shaitankol (Devil's Lake): A mysterious lake at 1,200m altitude, surrounded by granite cliffs. Lake Bassein (The Basin): A natural rectangular pool carved into the rock by nature. Zhirensakal Peak: The highest point (1,403m) offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire park. Three Caves: An easy-to-reach archaeological site and natural wonder. Kyzyl-Kensh Palace: Ruins of an ancient Buddhist temple located in the Kent Mountains. Wildlife & Nature Keep an eye out for Argali (mountain sheep), red deer (maral), and roe deer. The park is a "botanical museum" with rare plants like the Karkaraly barberry