Why Almaty’s Fountains Are More Than Just Decoration

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – For generations of Almaty residents, fountains have marked the rhythm of summer. They are meeting places, playgrounds, works of art and fragments of history hidden among the city’s trees.  Today, Almaty operates more than 120 fountains and fountain complexes, making it the undisputed fountain capital of Kazakhstan. Sixty-three belong to the municipality, while… The post Why Almaty’s Fountains Are Mor...

By Fatima Kemelova