Almaty, Kazakhstan uses Asia/Almaty, currently +05 (UTC+05:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Almaty ranks among the biggest cities in Kazakhstan, home to around 2 million people. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
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Central districts near the main parks and squares keep museums, restaurants, and hotels within easy reach, while areas closer to the surrounding foothills offer quieter, greener surroundings a bit further from downtown. Both are well served by the city's transit.
The nearby mountains offer hiking and skiing depending on the season, while the city's parks and bazaars are pleasant to explore on foot in the milder spring and autumn months. Winter brings snow-covered peaks visible from much of the city.
A compact metro line, along with buses and taxis, covers most of the city, and central districts are walkable. A car or organized tour is useful for reaching the surrounding mountains.
Spring and autumn bring mild, comfortable temperatures, avoiding the hot summer and cold, snowy winter typical of this continental climate. Winter, despite the cold, draws visitors for skiing in the nearby mountains.
Kazakhstan uses the KZT, calling code +7.
Kazakhstan uses the tenge, and Kazakh is the official language, with Russian also widely spoken and commonly used in business. A firm handshake and respectful greeting are customary when meeting someone for the first time.
