Immersive Experience at Bozok Museum – No WiFi
Bozok Museum-Reserve in Astana is on track to become a major cultural and economic center, aiming to boost tourism in Kazakhstan’s capital city. Situated near the Urker and Ilinka residential districts, this open-air museum is set to attract history enthusiasts and create job opportunities for locals.
Spanning 412 hectares, the museum showcases medieval fortress structures with entrance portals and towers, along with the picturesque Buzukty Lake covering 81 hectares. Alisher Bespalinov, the deputy director of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve, highlighted the transformative impact of this new attraction on Astana.
One of the main objectives of Bozok Museum-Reserve is to extend the average tourist stay in Astana, which currently stands at one day. By offering a cultural and historical cluster, officials hope to encourage longer visits and draw in more visitors. With its rich historical significance and natural beauty, including the lake and ancient settlement, Bozok is already gaining popularity among tourists.
In 2024, the museum welcomed around 150,000 visitors, demonstrating a growing interest in the site. Bozok is now set to provide an immersive experience for visitors, offering various tour routes and planning a children’s camp for the upcoming summer.
Aside from preserving history, Bozok Museum-Reserve is also expected to generate new job opportunities for nearby residents. The development plan, initiated in July 2019, has brought significant progress, with the completion of security checkpoints, transformer substations, and decorative features like perimeter fences.
Furthermore, the site will serve as a platform for traditional crafts such as carpet weaving, felt products, and national clothing production, thus contributing to the cultural and economic vitality of the region. Bozok Museum-Reserve is poised to become a prominent destination in Astana, enriching the city’s tourism appeal and creating a positive impact on the local community.
