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CURRENCY
Kazakh Tenge (KZT)
Notes: 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000
Coins: 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100
CLIMATE
Climate in Atyrau is sharp continental, very hot in summer (+40 - 42) and cold in winter (-20 -25). Relative humidity in summer not more than 37% and in winter 80-84%. Atyrau is known for its strong winds and duststorms. It has arid climate.
AIRPORT
Airport is not far from the town - 5 km, it's about 15 minutes drive from the city. You can reach airport only by taxi, no public transport. It cost around 600-800 Tenge to get to/from the airport (approximate). ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All visitors may enter provided they are in possession of valid passports. For visa inquiry, please check with the Kazakhstan Consulate. For detailed and up-to-date information on visa requirement please appeal to the local immigration authorities directly or to your travel agency.
POINTS OF INTEREST
Atyrau is famous as an Oil Capital of Kazakhstan. Oil, gas, mineral resources, fishery are main industries in Atyrau. Atyrau region is rich for mineral resources, especially hydrocarbon material. Atyrau region has a unique Tengiz oil field, the development of which started in 90-s years. Ural River divides Atyrau into two parts: Europe and Asia. Atyrau has the longest footbridge which is mentioned in Guinness' Records Book.
WEBSITE
Not official cite: http://www.atyrau-city.kz/
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