Standard TimeALMT |
UTC+5 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Almaty |
ASTANA time compared to Beijing time (China) |
2 hours ahead |
Introduction to Astana, Kazakhstan
Astana is the capital city of Kazakhstan, located in the north-central part of the country, on the banks of the Ihim River.It replaced Almaty as the new capital in 1997, and was renamed Nursultan in 2019, before reverting to its original name of Astana in 2022. As a political and administrative center, the city is known for its modern architecture, such as the Bayderek Observation Tower and the Khan Shatyr Tent Entertainment Center.
Economic and Cultural Characteristics
Astana is an important economic hub for Kazakhstan, focusing on the energy, finance and transportation sectors, and the EXPO 2017 World Expo is promoting its green energy development. The city is multicultural, with theaters, museums and annual festivals that reflect multi-ethnic harmony.
Climate and Tourism Highlights
Astana has a continental climate with harsh winters and warm summers. Popular attractions include the Nur Astana Mosque and the Presidential Palace, enticing visitors to explore its unique cityscape.
ASTANA Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-27
Sunrise Time
07:03
Local Time
Sunset Time
17:51
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