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At the junction of steppes and pine forests, among the radiance of lakes and majestic cliffs, lies the city of Shchuchinsk - one of the key points on the way to the natural treasures of Kazakhstan. This city is more than just a populated area. It is like a bridge between civilization and the magic of the Burabay National Park and its natural attractions. This is a modern, cozy city with a population of about 50 thousand people, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and generously endowed with natural resources. The city got its name from Lake Shchuchye, located nearby. The waters of this lake were once abundant in pike fish - the pride of local fishermen. The city is an administrative and tourist center, the main road to Borovoe and the Burabay National Park passes through it. You can also get to Lake Borovoe (Auliekol), Lake Bolshoe Chebachye and Lake Maloe Chebachye from the city.
How to get there and visit -
The city of Shchuchinsk is located 250 kilometers from Astana, on the shore of Lake Shchuchye in the Burabay (Borovoe) National Nature Park, Burabay District, Akmola Region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 52°56'06"N 70°10'44"E
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Founded in the late 19th century, the city of Shchuchinsk developed as a center of the migration movement and agriculture. Over time, the city became famous for its mineral springs and favorable climate, attracting vacationers and those who sought healing by natural forces. In the Soviet years, the city was actively developing as a resort area and a center for winter sports. It was here that the Olympic sports complex was later built, which gave the country many champions. The climate here is moderately continental. Summer is warm, but comfortable: +20 +25 °C, and winters are snowy, with temperatures around -15 °C. Due to the proximity to pine forests, the air here is literally saturated with phytoncides, which makes staying healthy. The nature around the city seems to be woven from soft hills, clear lakes, fragrant pine forests and rocky massifs. There is something to admire at any time of the year - in the spring, grasses and steppe flowers bloom, in the summer, lakes sparkle, in the autumn, the forests are painted in fiery colors, and in winter, a real snowy fairy tale reigns. Today, Shchuchinsk is a living, developing city. There are schools, colleges, sanatoriums, hotels, cafes and markets. Of particular pride are the sports complexes that host international competitions. The city perfectly combines the rhythm of modern life and the tranquility of a resort area, where every morning begins with the singing of birds and the smell of pine needles.
Shchuchinsk is a place where you feel on the border between everyday bustle and natural harmony. It is easy to breathe here, easy to dream. Every trip here is like a reminder: not all is lost in this world, there are still such corners where nature and man can live in harmony.
