Semey

An administrative center of Abay region / Founded in 1718 / Population is 351 124

Attractions and entertainment

BRIDGE OVER THE IRTYSH RIVER

The calling card and pride of Semey is a suspension bridge over the Irtysh River. The bridge connects the left and right banks of the city. There are only 17 such bridges in the world, and there are no analogues in the CIS. Earthquake-resistant suspension bridge with a total length of 1086 meters offers a beautiful view of both banks of the Irtysh, and the slight swaying of the surface under your feet creates a feeling of weightlessness.

“STRONGER THAN DEATH” MONUMENT

The monument stronger than death was opened in 2001 in memory of the victims of the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. A 25 meters long stele with a carved nuclear explosion reflects the pain and suffering that people have suffered during the operation of the landfill. The sculpture of a mother with a child at the base, sheltering her child from the explosion, symbolizes the struggle of people for life, procreation no matter what. The monument is located on the island "Polkovnichiy" and is a place of rest and walks for locals and visitors of the city.

“SEMEY ORMANY” WILDLIFE RESORT

The State Forest Nature Reserve “Semey Ormany” was established in 2003 in the north-western part of the East Kazakhstan region. On the territory of the reserve there are animals listed in the Red Book of the Republic of Kazakhstan: black stork, whooper swan, golden eagle, argali, as well as rare plant species. On the territory of the "Semey Ormany" there is a tourist and excursion ecological trail "Holy Key", designed for recreation and learning about wildlife, observation decks, places for camping are created, excursions are conducted.

REGIONAL BIOLOGICAL CENTER

It is the only children's institution in Kazakhstan, located on the island "Polkovnichiy", that combines an educational part, a small arboretum and a small zoological park. The center contains more than 50 species of animals that are found in the Semipalatinsk region, as well as individuals brought from other continents. And if you are in the Semey for a long time, you can send your children to an ecological camp at the center, where children will learn to interact with nature carefully.

Where to stay

Selfie Grand Hotel, Mini Hotel VIP and Nomad Hotel are hotels with high ratings on travel platforms. There is also an option to stay in a stylish apartment with a river view in Seven City Apartments.

Where to eat

In Halva Tea & Food you can find an oriental cuisine at reasonable prices and with large portions, delicious desserts are also served here. You can propose to a girl or have a family dinner at the Pepperoni Italian restaurant, the atmosphere is inviting. And for excellent coffee and pleasant music, we recommend going to Chaikoffskiy.

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