Social Activities

OPENING COCKTAIL

An Opening Cocktail will be served at the end of the first day of the conference on September 11, 2014 at South Kazakhstan State University. All participants are welcomed to the opening cocktail where participants from different countries gather to discuss the happenings of the first day.

SIGHTSEEING

Shymkent is located in the valley of the Sayram River at the foothills of the Ugam Range at an altitude of 512 m. It was founded in the 12th century as a caravanserai to protect the Silk Road town of Sayram, 10 km to the east. Main sightseeing spots include: Turkestan; Arystanbab; Ordabasy circle (site of Friday Mosque and MIG Memorial); Regional Studies and History Museum; Victory Park; National Park; Museum of Repression; Afghan War Memorial; Arboretum; Al-Farabi Square.