KOK TOBE
The Kók Tóbe Park is a recreational area in Almaty, Kazakhstan that has a amusement park attractions and restaurants. It is located on top of Kok Tobe and connected to downtown Almaty by a cable car line.
The City Terminal is located near Hotel Kazakhstan.
Also, there is a 372 meters tall TV Tower at the foot of the mountain. The tower can be seen from most parts of the city.
The park was opened in 2006 and a Beatles monument was constructed in 2007 – bronze statue of The Beatles by sculptor Eduard Kazaryan was placed on Kok Tobe mountain on 15 May 2007.
Fountain of Desires
The Fountain of Desires in the form of granite apple, the symbol of Almaty, welcomes guests at Kok Tobe Peak. Some people throw coins into the depths of its waters, while others take photos near it.
Besides the above, there is a children’s playground, a climbing wall, the Fast Coaster ride, an art gallery, and tea house. The park also includes restaurant “Yurt”, which was modeled after traditional nomadic houses called Yurta.
The restaurant is embellished with traditional Qazaq carpentry and tapestry. In addition to these attractions, on the Kok Tobe there are viewing platforms, a petting zoo, a concert hall, a lovers alley, ponds, and shops selling national souvenirs.
With much love,
for Dimash
