Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Kazakh and Russian are the official languages. The Kazakh language uses the Cyrillic alphabet, with some special characters like Ә, Ғ, Қ, Ң, Ө, Ұ, Ү, and the Russian language uses the Cyrillic alphabet as well.
Culture
Look for yurts and traditional Kazakh designs, as well as signs of nomadic culture; horses and camels may be present in rural areas.
Miscellaneous
Presence of the iconic Bayterek Tower in Nur-Sultan; vast and open landscapes without much urban density in rural areas.
Capital
Astana
Environment & landscape
Environment
Diverse landscapes including steppes, mountains, deserts, and large rivers; recognizable features include vast open spaces and the absence of dense forests.
Infrastructure
Architecture varies from Soviet-era buildings to modern designs; cities like Almaty and Nur-Sultan (Astana) feature a mix of contemporary skyscrapers and traditional elements.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include birch, spruce, and poplar, while grasses are predominantly steppe varieties, reflecting the country’s vast grassland regions.
Topography
Kazakhstan features diverse topography, including vast steppes, mountainous regions in the east and southeast, and flat plains.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue strip on the left, displaying a two-letter code representing the region.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are typically in both Kazakh and Russian, with a mix of Latin and Cyrillic scripts. Signs are often rectangular with a blue or green background.
Stop
Stop signs in Kazakhstan read 'Стоп' in Cyrillic.
Bollards
Bollards in Kazakhstan are typically standard and do not have unique features, often painted in bright colors for visibility.
Poles
Utility poles in Kazakhstan are often made of wood or concrete, and sometimes have multiple wires and attachments for various telecommunications.