National Symbols of Kazakhstan

Last updated on March 14th, 2023 by Editorial Staff

Table Of Contents

Introduction
Country Information
Coat of arms
Flag map
Country motto
National animal
National flower
National bird
Rest of national symbols
State symbols
Neighbouring countries
Proverbs & sayings
Compare with other countries
Location

By | Updated on March 14, 2023

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Kazakhstan is a landlocked country in Asia. The official name of Kazakhstan is the Republic of Kazakhstan. It shares borders with 5 countries: Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. The people of Kazakhstan are called Kazakhs. The country is in Central Asia, northwest of China; a small portion west of the Ural (Zhayyq) River in easternmost Europe.

Etymology discusses where a term is considered to have originated from and how its meaning has changed over time. Etymology has been a factor in the naming of countries all across the world, and Kazakhstan has also been influenced. The etymology of Kazakhstan can be defined as; “Land of the Kazakhs”, an amalgam of Kazakh Qazaq (Қазақ, ‘nomad’, ‘free’) and Persian -stan (‘land’).

An ethnicity is a group or sub-group of people who are connected based on common characteristics which may include religion, origin, language, traditions, or culture. The ethnic groups in Kazakhstan include Kazakh, Russian, Uzbek, and Uyghur.

Air Astana is the national airline of Kazakhstan. The national colors of the country are blue and yellow. The emoji flag of the country is ????????, and the ISO code is KAZ.

Kazakhstan is known for its famous wild horses and the Caspian Sea. The national dish of Kazakhstan is BeshbarmakBeshbarmak. Fermented horse milk, in addition to being a traditional beverage, is one of the country’s national drinks. The national instrument of Kazakhstan is Dombra.

The country has the time zone UTC+5 / +6 (West / East) followed by dd/mm/yyyy as the standard date format.

Kazakhstan is divided into 14 regions and 3 cities with region rights. Almaty is Kazakhstan’s largest city, while Nur-Sultan serves as the capital.

The literacy rate in Kazakhstan is 99.8%.

The country’s total area is 2,724,900 km² (1,052,100 sq mi), and the total population is 18,776,707 . The country’s average elevation is 387 m (1,270 ft), whereas the country’s terrain can be defined as; Vast flat steppe extending from the Volga in the west to the Altai Mountains in the east and from the plains of western Siberia in the north to oases and deserts of Central Asia in the south. The country’s usual climate is Continental, with cold winters and hot summers, arid and semiarid.

The Kazakhstani tenge serves as the national unit of currency, and the National Bank of Kazakhstan is recognized as the country’s central bank. The domain for Kazakhstan is .kz and the country code is +7. Golden Eagle is the country’s coat of arms.

Museums are known to educate and connect visitors with the nation’s history, culture, civilization, art, and architecture. The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan serves the same purpose and is considered one of the most significant tourist attractions. The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan is home to a large collection of artifacts. It has been designated as the national museum of the country.

The national dress of Kazakhstan is the Chapan, and 16 December is designated as National Day. In Kazakhstan, the majority of the population practices Islam as their religion.

Nature is a blessing from God and we must protect it because it provides us with the oxygen and food to survive. It also helps to keep our environment beautiful and clean. To emphasize the significance of nature, Kazakhstan has selected a few forces of nature as national symbols. Kazakhstan’s national bird is the Golden eagle, while its national animal is the Steppe Eagle. The national flower is Asian Spruce or Schrenk's spruce. The national tree of Kazakhstan is the Asian Spruce, and the highest peak is Khan Tengri.

Mythical creatures can be found in the literature and mythologies of many different nations. They represent imaginative representations of various creatures, humans, or hybrids. They are known for their specific features, supernatural abilities, and distinctive appearance. The mythical creature of Kazakhstan is Tulpar.

Sports have always played an important role in developing the social and cultural structure of Kazakhstan and other countries. When it comes to designating a sport as the official symbol, Football is considered the country’s national sport.

Poetry is a highly valued form of art, and many poets are considered significant national symbols of the country. The national poet of Kazakhstan is Abai Qunanbaiuly.

Alikhan Bukeikhanov is the founder of Kazakhstan. The country’s national anthem was written by Zhumeken Nazhimedenov (with modifications by Nursultan Nazarbayev), and composed by Shamshi Kaldayakov.

Mausoleums are buildings dedicated to holding someone’s remains. It serves as a reminder of the nation’s revolutionary fighters who sacrificed their lives for the country. Mausoleums are one of the most significant historical landmarks. The national mausoleum of Kazakhstan is the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi. The country’s national hero is Al-Farabi.

Due to their unique qualities and rich cultural or historical backgrounds, national monuments around the world are of great importance. Monument Kazakh Eli is recognized as the national monument of the country. It attracts visitors from all around the world.

Numerous organizations are working on a global level to improve the current state of affairs and to collaborate in order to establish and maintain constructive partnerships. Kazakhstan is a member of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Eurasian Economic Union (EEU), Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Turkic Council, and United Nations (UN). Kazakhstan collaborates with them to organize, analyze, and address various events and situations.

The tourism slogan of the country is “The Land of Wonders” whereas, “Freedom, Unity, Progress!”- Азаттық, Бірлік, Өрлеу! / Azattyq, Birlik, Orlou!” is the official motto of the country.

Asqar Mamin is the current Prime minister of Kazakhstan, and Qasym-Zhomart Toqaev is the President.

Kazakhstan has declared Kazakh as the country’s official language.

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As a graduate in Modern Literature, my fascination with symbolism, especially the symbolism of nations, drives my work at SymbolHunt. Through my articles, I passionately delve into the hidden meanings behind national emblems and motifs. Drawing on my expertise in language and culture, I invite readers to join me on a journey of exploration into the rich tapestry of symbolism that defines our world, fostering a deeper appreciation for our shared cultural heritage.

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Country information

Former name(s)	Kazakh Khanate
Official name(s)	Republic of Kazakhstan
Alternative name(s)	Alash / Алаш / Alaş (former name, also poetic)
Regional location	Central Asia, northwest of China; a small portion west of the Ural (Zhayyq) River in easternmost Europe
Country name etymology	"Land of the Kazakhs", an amalgam of Kazakh qazaq (Қазақ, 'nomad', 'free') and Persian -stan ('land')
Climate	Continental, with cold winters and hot summers, arid and semiarid
Terrain	Vast flat steppe extending from the Volga in the west to the Altai Mountains in the east and from the plains of western Siberia in the north to oases and deserts of Central Asia in the south
Population	18,776,707
National Day	16 Dec 1991
Language(s)	Kazakh
Religion	Islam
Country code	+7
Literacy rate	99.8%
Currency	Kazakhstani tenge
Capital city	Nur-Sultan
ISO	KAZ
Domain(TLD)	.kz
Ethnicity	Kazakh, Russian, Uzbek, and Uyghur
Head of government	Prime Minister
Nationality	Kazakh
Driving side	Drive on the Right-hand side
Date format	dd/mm/yyyy
Total area	2,724,900 km² (1,052,100 sq mi
Timezone	UTC+5 / +6 (West / East)
Average elevation	387 m (1,270 ft)
Coastline	0 km (landlocked)
Mains electricity	220 V
Emergency telephone numbers	Emergency Telephone Numbers

Coat of arms

Flag map of Kazakhstan

Motto of Kazakhstan

"Freedom, Unity, Progress!"- Азаттық, Бірлік, Өрлеу! / Azattyq, Birlik, Orlou!

National animal of Kazakhstan

The National animal of Kazakhstan is Steppe Eagle

National flower of Kazakhstan

The National flower of Kazakhstan is Asian Spruce or Schrenk's spruce. Botanical name is Picea Orientalis.

National bird of Kazakhstan

The National bird of Kazakhstan is Golden eagle

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Neighbouring countries of Kazakhstan

Kazakh Proverbs - Popular quotes, proverbs and sayings.

There is no place like your Motherland.

Love to the Motherland starts in the family.

The Motherland can get you warm better than fire.

There is a lot of gold in some places, but still the Motherland is dearer than gold.

An onion can be as sweet as honey if it grows in your Motherland.

Even a mole feels strong when it is in his hole.

If your sickle is sharp you wil I have a rich crop, if your Motherland is strong you will be as strong as your enemy.

As small as sparrow is, it still protects its nest.

A goose misses its lake, a man longs for his Motherland.

You must have not gone too far if you were able to find your way back.

Even air in your land can cure.

Native land is a paradise for everybody.

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