Abylai Khan Glade
Абылай хан алаңы
A grassy clearing among the pines at the foot of Okzhetpes, where legend says Khan Abylai was crowned, marked by a throne-shaped boulder and a monument.
According to tradition, in the 18th century Khan Abylai was proclaimed khan of the three Kazakh zhuzes in this clearing. The central 'Throne Stone' is regarded as his seat. In the 2000s a monument and an equestrian statue were erected. Tall pines surround the clearing, and trails connect it with Okzhetpes Mountain and Blue Bay. Local people often come here to take photos and hold events. There is a souvenir market and horse-riding shows nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Okzhetpes Rock
- Zhumbaktas Rock
- Blue Bay (Golubaya Bukhta)
- Bolektau Viewpoint
- Kenesary Cave
- Lake Burabay (Borovoe)
- Kokshetau Mountain (Sinyukha)
- Bolshoye Chebachye Lake