Uralsk or also spelled as Oral is the capital of the West Kazakhstan region. Uralsk is strategically located at the joining of the Ural River and Chogan River neighbouring the Russian border. Due to this reason, the influence of Russian culture plays an active role in Uralsk’s history, architecture and its people. For those who show interest in Russian history, Uralsk is a must-visit destination. Today, Uralsk is the center of agricultural and industrial. Their strategic location allows it to be the major entry points for rail traffic from Europe to Siberia to service oil fields in the Caspian basin and the industrial cities of the southern Urals.

Airport in Uralsk

Oral Ak Zhol Airport is the only airport in the Uralsk region. It is a small airport serving currently only medium sized airlines. The Oral Ak Zhol Airport has two terminals which are domestic and international. Besides Uralsk, this airport also serves the nearby town of Aksai. Airlines like Bek Air and SCAT offer daily flights to and from the cities of Almaty, Astana and Atyrau.

How to get cheap flights to Uralsk

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When is the best time to fly to Uralsk?

The climate pattern is Uralsk includes all four seasons. Summers can be extremely hot and humid during the end of May until September with the temperature rising to 35°C and cold winters begins in November lasting up till the end of April. During the winter season, temperatures can drop until -50°C making Uralsk among the coldest cities in the world. Moreover, spring season is rather short starting in mid-April and ending in May, which leaves Autumn beginning at the end of September and lasting until the beginning of November.

There is no peak or off-peak season in Uralsk as it is not a majorly touristy city. Depending on your travel motives, Uralsk is a great travel destination for lovers of Russian history and old architectures. If you are planning to stroll the city by foot enjoying the architectures, it is wise to visit Uralsk during the summer or autumn when it is the driest. However, if you're looking to enjoy the white snow, then winter is the time to travel to Uralsk.

What are the Top 3 Must Do in Uralsk?

1. Outdoor activities - Uralsk provides an extensive and well-maintained park with an outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy. Blend in with the locals and visit the Kirov Park which is a large wooded area that is located next to the river. You can delight in activities such as cycling, fishing and camping on the river banks. In summer, attend the funfair and experience riding on Uralsk’s antique Ferris wheel, boats and pedaloes on the river. In winter, the local trend is to go to Kirov Park to ice skate on the river and ski.

2. Old Uralsk Museum - The Old Uralsk Museum requires no entry fee. It is operated by local volunteers. The exhibits include many pictures of Uralsk in the early days, antique clock collections and many more. The museum preserves a rich knowledge and influence of the Russian culture. However, museums in Uralsk have signage only in Russian or Kazakh and not many locals speak a foreign language. You might require translator services or learn the language to benefit from visiting the museums in Uralsk fully.

3. Uralsk Architecture - Uralsk was founded by Cossacks in 1613, the city was originally part of the Russian Empire. Therefore, a lot of the city’s aged buildings have strong Russian influence and until the present day, the Russian influence is still visible in the city’s architecture, culture and people. Have a stroll through Uralsk to see the House Museum of Yemelyan Pugachev and then not far away from there you can visit Cathedral of Archangel Mikhail the oldest buildings in Uralsk still standing. Other than that there is the Tsarist-era mosque, Kazakh Drama Theatre, Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and many more.