Places & ToursPlaces & ToursSeptember 15, 2026, 06:00 · Национальный парк Алтын Эмель, Алматинская область
Located in Almaty Region, Altyn Emel National Park showcases two extraordinary mountain ranges: Aktau, meaning 'white mountains,' featuring distinctive white clay formations carved with dramatic canyons, and Katutau, an ancient volcanic range dating back approximately 250 million years with stunning rust-red rock formations. The mountains' geological layers are rich with fossils from the Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras, making Aktau one of Central Asia's most significant paleontological sites. This natural wonder offers visitors a glimpse into Earth's ancient past while providing breathtaking desert landscape vistas.