Zhibek Zholy pedestrian street in Almaty is one of the most recognizable and colorful places in the city, known since Soviet times as the main commercial artery of the capital of Kazakhstan. Its name translates as "Silk Road", and this is not accidental: in ancient times, it was here that the routes of the Great Silk Road passed, connecting East and West, along which caravans with goods, culture and ideas flocked to the city. The street is an analogue of the Moscow Arbat, its history begins in 1883, it was the first street that was paved with stone. The famous Almaty Shopping Mall and other shops are located on this street. The artists of the city also put up their paintings for sale on this street. Here you can walk, have a great time, eat and relax on one of the many benches. It is especially cozy and atmospheric on this street on summer evenings, where you can see street musicians playing various musical instruments. 🥰 Today, Zhibek Zholy Street (Almaty Arbat) is a modern pedestrian promenade where history and shopping traditions coexist with the rhythm of urban life. There is no car traffic here: the street is completely devoted to people, walks, art and recreation. I recommend you to visit! 👍

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Салтанат Досаева

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In general, I like Arbat in Almaty. It is a lively, bright space where people sing songs and dance. You can meet talented guys! There are two reasons why I don't like Arbat: 1. Annoying promoters, they can be distinguished by balloons in their hands. Today, one of them was also rude to me, in response to my refusal to go to the store (he said that my clothes were worse than the ones that were sold in the store); 2. Guys who play ball. Sometimes quite large companies gather, they interfere with passing, there is a danger that the ball may hit you. Perhaps this has already happened to someone.

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