Shymkent Dendropark
Шымкент дендросаябағы
A large botanical park north of the city with shaded paths, a lake and a children's train. It is much loved by local families and sits right next to the zoo.
The dendropark was built during the Soviet period and grows hundreds of tree and shrub species from Central Asia, Europe and East Asia. It has long shaded paths, an artificial lake, a rose garden and viewing pavilions, as well as a children's railway with a small train. Admission is free or low-cost, and it is a favorite spot for residents to picnic and cycle on weekends. It looks most beautiful when flowers bloom in spring and leaves change color in autumn. Because it adjoins the zoo, the two can be visited together for half a day.
Opening hours
About 8:00 am–9:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Shymkent Zoo
- Museum of Victims of Political Repression
- Ken Baba Ethnopark
- Shymkent Central Park
- Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
- Ordabasy Square
- Independence Park
- Shymkent Citadel