Riga to Astana

Updated: March 14, 2024 02:37 AM

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Riga to Astana: A Comprehensive Guide

Language

* The official language of Latvia is Latvian. * The official language of Kazakhstan is Kazakh. * Russian is widely spoken in both countries. * English is also spoken in major tourist areas.

Currency

* The currency of Latvia is the Euro (€). * The currency of Kazakhstan is the Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT). * You can exchange currency at banks, exchange bureaus, and hotels.

Distance

* The distance between Riga and Astana is approximately 2,200 kilometers (1,367 miles).

How to Reach

* By air: There are direct flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana. * By train: There is a direct train from Riga Central Station to Astana Nurly Zhol Station. The journey takes about 35 hours. * By bus: There are several bus companies that operate services from Riga to Astana. The journey takes about 40 hours.

Expenses

* The average cost of a hotel room in Riga is €50-100 per night. * The average cost of a hotel room in Astana is KZT20,000-50,000 per night. * The average cost of a meal in Riga is €10-20. * The average cost of a meal in Astana is KZT2,000-5,000.

Best time to go

* The best time to visit Riga is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warm and sunny. * The best time to visit Astana is during the spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October), when the weather is mild.

What to Eat

* Latvian cuisine: Rye bread, black pudding, herring, potato pancakes, piragi (meat pies) * Kazakh cuisine: Beshbarmak (meat and noodle dish), lagman (noodle soup), plov (rice dish), kuyrdak (sheep meat dish)

Where to Go

* Riga: Old Town, Riga Castle, St. Peter's Church, Riga Central Market * Astana: Bayterek Tower, Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Independence Square

FAQs

* Do I need a visa to enter Kazakhstan? Citizens of the European Union do not need a visa to enter Kazakhstan for up to 30 days. * What is the time difference between Riga and Astana? Astana is 3 hours ahead of Riga. * Is it safe to travel to Kazakhstan? Kazakhstan is generally a safe country to travel to. However, it is always advisable to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings. * Can I use my credit card in Kazakhstan? Major credit cards are accepted in most places in Kazakhstan, but it is always a good idea to have some local currency on hand.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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