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	Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan
		Present day Astana boasts new modern government and business offices, a five star hotel and a number of good quality hotels to accommodate visitors, apartment blocks matching the European standards, beautiful squares and boulevards, modern roads as well as river promenade on both banks of the River Ishim.
		The development of Astana is so important to the country that it is considered according to the law to be one of the priority spheres for attracting foreign investment.
		Having arrived to Astana from Almaty on December 9, 1997, President Nazarbayev emphasized that it is located in the very center of the Eurasia continent at the crossroads of routes from East to West, West to East, From South to North and from North to South.
	www.kazakhembus.com /Astana.html (981 words)

	NETZEITUNG SPORT: Radrennstall Astana erhält Lizenz für ProTour
		Außerdem fahren für Astana auch der kasachische Vuelta-Sieger Alexander Winokurow, dessen Landsmann Andrej Kascheschkin, der ehemalige italienische Giro-Sieger Paolo Savoldelli und der Österreicher Rene Haselbacher.
		Die Erteilung der Starterlaubnis für Astana hatte sich verzögert.
		Der Internationale Radsport-Verband UCI war zunächst mit der Qualität der zur Erlangung der Lizenz notwendigen Unterlagen, insbesondere der Bankgarantie, nicht zufrieden.
	www.netzeitung.de /sport/479644.html (245 words)

	BBC NEWS \| Asia-Pacific \| Giant tent to be built in Astana
		Astana lies in the very heart of the Central Asian steppe.
		Astana could have its own beach all year round
		Still, Mr Nazarbayev recently told the BBC that moving the capital was the riskiest step he had ever taken, and that Astana was one of his biggest achievements.
	news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/asia-pacific/6165267.stm (545 words)

	Astana
		Astana became the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 1997.
		Astana is surrounded by the steppes that cover most of the country's territory.
		Astana is only 9 years old, but it can boast new modern government and business offices, fashionable hotels and cultural centers.
	www.rit.edu /~dxz3817/imm2/project2/astana.html (416 words)

	Airport Technology - Astana International Airport (TSE), Kazakhstan
		Astana is the new capital city of Kazakhstan.
		The company running the airport is International Astana Airport and the body responsible for regulation of aviation standards and affairs is the Committee for Air-Space Utilisation and Civil Aviation, which was formed in 1997.
		Astana Airport was designed to handle not only large passenger aircraft such as the Boeing 747-400 and the Airbus A340 but also large-capacity wide-body aircraft (IL-76, AN-124, B747-400F).
	www.airport-technology.com /projects/astana/index.html (1943 words)

	Astana, Kazakhstan - The Capital of Kazakhstan :Guide, Hotels and Tours in Astana
		Astana is an important industry and cultural center of the republic, also railway auto-transport junction.
		In 1824 it was founded as the military locality, in 1868 it had got the status of the town, and in 50s of XX century it was an important center of development of virgin and disused lands in the north of the country.
		The city has an ореrа and ballet theater, a drama theater and a variety of museums Monuments of Astana are a linking element between the new capital and its history held in esteem by all peoples of Kazakhstan.
	www.advantour.com /kazakhstan/astana.htm (605 words)

	CLT: Astana Syed Mir Muhammad, Pakistan
		The Astana (tomb) of Syed Mir Muhammad is located in Khanqah settlement, one of eight historic settlements in the town of Khaplu.
		Due to its significance, the Astana Syed Mir Muhammad was one of three sites to be selected by the AKCSP in the late 1990s as pilot demonstration projects to preserve architectural heritage in Baltistan.
		The astana is co-owned by the Sadaat family, comprising seven households in the community, and by followers of Syed Mir Muhammad.
	www.unescobkk.org /index.php?id=2180 (1876 words)

	Astana Summary
		Astana (Akmolinsk until 1961, Tselinograd from 1961 to 1992, and Aqmola from 1992 to 1998) is the capital of Kazakhstan and is located on the Ishim River in north-central Kazakhstan.
		Some suggest that it was a move to impose more control over the Russian-dominated north of the country, and to prevent secession to Russia; others that the new city project is a strategic move to position the capital further from the borders with China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
		Since the move, Astana has seen one of the world's greatest building projects, as oil money has been spent on government buildings, a massive home for the president, a mosque, and numerous parks and monuments.
	www.bookrags.com /Astana (903 words)

	"Astana - New City" special economic zone (Site not responding. Last check: )
		To solve this task the special economic zone "Astana - new city" providing for creation of the favorable investment climate for construction of the new center projects on the left-bank of the City was established by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
		The land-tax is not applicable to the areas situated within «Astana – New City» special economic zone with infrastructure facilities, administrative or residential housing, which have been built there or are under construction during the existing of the said economic zone.
		The proceeds from consumables and equipment sold in the territory of «Astana – New City» SEZ and completely consumed in the process of construction and commissioning of infrastructure utilities, administrative and residential housing in accordance with the design estimates documents, are subject to the value added tax (VAT) at the zero rate.
	www.astana.dan.kz /sez/sez_angl/index.html (1470 words)

	Astana History, Kazakhstan
		The international presentation of Astana, as the new capital of Kazakhstan, was held on 10th June 1998.
		In 1999 Astana was awarded with the medal and title of City of Peace by UNESCO.
		Decisive advantages of Astana included its overall condition, territory, central location, proximity to major economic centers and arteries, potential to increase its population to 400,000, stable utility supplies, well-developed transport infrastructure and balanced natural environment.
	www.advantour.com /kazakhstan/astana/history.htm (619 words)

	"International airport Astana - Information" (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Astana was formerly known as Akmola (founded in 1830), but now renamed Astana, or "Capital," in honour of its new status.
		Present day Astana boasts new modern government and business offices, high-level hotels to accommodate visitors, apartment blocks matching European standards, beautiful squares and boulevards, modern roads as well as river promenade on the Ishim River banks.
		The capital of Kazakhstan is Astana - the government moved from Almaty to Astana in 1998.
	www.astanaairport.kz /infoe2.htm (1037 words)

	Astana city :: The capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Cities in Kazakhstan
		Astana city :: The capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
		Astana, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan since 1997, is situated on a picturesque bank of the Ishim River.
		Another attraction of Astana is the ethnopark "Map of Kazakhstan - Atameken" representing a unique outdoor museum.
	www.kazakhstan.orexca.com /astana_kazakhstan.shtml (538 words)

	Cycling teams urge possible suspension of Phonak, Astana
		The teams also said at a meeting Wednesday the International Cycling Union should study a similar ban on the Astana team, formerly known as Liberty Seguros, which has been implicated in a Spanish doping investigation.
		The meeting was attended by all the teams except Phonak, Astana and Ag2r.
		Astana was banned from the Tour de France this season after former Liberty Seguros manager Manolo Saiz and five riders were implicated in the Spanish doping scandal.
	www.cbc.ca /cp/sports/060817/s081726.html (262 words)

	Astana travel guide
		Astana (us-tuh NUH) is the capital of Kazakhstan.
		Astana is still remaining just a political center of the country.
		However, the potential of the former capital Almaty was almost exhausted (the valley where it is situated is too small to accommodate the growing population and business community) and transferring the capital to Astana was quite reasonable.
	www.world66.com /asia/centralasia/kazakhstan/astana (363 words)

	Top team Astana face doping ban - Sport - smh.com.au
		The Astana cycling team, formerly called Liberty, is set to be axed from the Tour de France in the wake of the doping scandal in Spain, race organisers said today.
		Astana has two Australian riders, Allan Davis and Aaron Kemps, and team leader Alexandre Vinokourov of Kazakhstan, is one of the challengers for the overall title.
		Last week, the UCI licences commission granted Astana a licence to keep riding, saying they were unable to make a decision from the facts available.
	www.smh.com.au /news/sport/top-team-astana-face-doping-ban/2006/06/27/1151174171085.html (411 words)

	"Astana - New City" special economic zone (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Over a period of 7,5 years, which have passed from the moment when the city on Ishim river was announced to be a capital, Astana passed into a huge megalopolis with developing service sector out of the provincial centre.
		Intensive growth of the city, and first of all on the left bank of the river where the new administrative centre is formed, is caused by constant attention of a country authorities to the of city development problems and investments.
		The program of Astana akimat on construction of highway utility facilities for the period of 2001-2005 approved by the State Committee on control of construction process is almost completed.
	astana.dan.kz /sez/sez_angl/novosti_angl.htm (2189 words)

	Russian Women in Astana, Kazakhstan
		Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan, is a thriving and modern city developing at an amazing pace since it became the capital in December 1997.
		Present day Astana boasts new modern government and business offices, a five star hotel and a number of good quality hotels to accommodate visitors, apartment blocks matching the European standards, beautiful squares and boulevards, modern roads as well as river promenade on both banks of the River Ishim.
		Non-Moslem Russian women are surrounded by a Moslem society in Astana.
	rwguide.com /Astana.cfm (106 words)

	Russian Women in Astana, Kazakhstan
		Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan, is a thriving and modern city developing at an amazing pace since it became the capital in December 1997.
		Present day Astana boasts new modern government and business offices, a five star hotel and a number of good quality hotels to accommodate visitors, apartment blocks matching the European standards, beautiful squares and boulevards, modern roads as well as river promenade on both banks of the River Ishim.
		Non-Moslem Russian women are surrounded by a Moslem society in Astana.
	www.rwguide.com /Astana.cfm (106 words)

	Astana travel guide - Wikitravel
		Astana (formerly Aqmola and Tselinograd) is the second largest city in Kazakhstan.
		Astana International Airport[1] is about 15 kilometers south of central Astana.
		While Astana is one of the world's coldest capitals with temperatures down to -40°C in the cold season, the transparent material will let sunshine in and help to keep temperatures comfortable all year.
	wikitravel.org /en/Astana (494 words)

	Air Astana
		Air Astana operates a modern fleet of Boeing 737 Next Generation, Boeing 757 and Fokker 50 aircraft, all 3 types featured in this dvd.
		The airline operates an extensive domestic network as well as many routes to Europe and Asia and is known for its on time performance and excellent passenger service.
		This dvd is a unique opportunity to fly along in the cockpits of Air Astana aircraft across Kazakstan on a wide variety of routes.
	www.worldairroutes.com /AirAstana.html (150 words)

	Air Astana \| FAQ (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Your local Air Astana call centre, ticket office, or travel agent will be able to advise you.
		Our dedicated and well-trained staff will assist your child in checking-in and will take further care of him or her on board an aircraft, accompanying him or her after landing.
		Depending on your circumstances a lost ticket may be replaced after investigation and completion of an indemnity for the airline against the lost / stolen ticket being used.
	www.airastana.com /faq.jsp?lang=eng (1241 words)

	ASTANA :: international hotel (Site not responding. Last check: )
		At Astana International Hotel we provide ourselves on offering you outstanding service and attention to detail that make your business life simpler.
		Centrally located close to administrative and business areas of the city and in 30 minutes from the international airport, the hotel is considered to offer the perfect venue for any kind of business meetings and social events.
		The Astana International Hotel offers the most demanding business guests or event organizer a range of 7 meeting and event facilities coupled with an excellence of service to ensure we deliver you peace of mind.
	www.astana-hotel.com /page.php?lang=2 (94 words)

	Astana, KZ
		The cities name was again changed in 1991 to Aqmola, when Kazakstan gained it's freedom.
		Astana has been an important rail junction in Northern Kazakstan.
		Due to it's location in Northern Kazakstan, there is speculation, that has been officially denied, that the reason for the move of the capital to the north is to exert a more Kazak influence on the more russified Northern Kazakstan.
	www.kazakinfo.com /Default.aspx?tabid=29 (162 words)

	Air Astana Passenger Opinions about Air Astana product and service standards
		Astana to Kostanay and back with my wife and baby daughter on an Astana turbo prop 50 seater Fokker.
		Economy class, from Almaty to Astana and return.
		Fly Air Astana wherever they go instead of the Air France, Lufthansa, KLM etc. You will be happy that you did.
	www.airlinequality.com /Forum/airastana.htm (1564 words)

	Air Astana
		Air Astana business class passengers on one of these aeroplanes are provided with ergonomically designed leather covered reclining seats, featuring a pitch of 50 inches and extending footrests.
		In flight meals aboard an Air Astana flight are designed to be fresh, well-balanced and of a high quality and take into account both the length of flight and the time of day.
		Air Astana is known for the high quality of its services, achieving an average reliability rating of 99.5 per cent for its flights in 2005 and an average punctuality of 83 per cent.
	www.majortravel.co.uk /airlinepartners/air_astana.html (814 words)

	MIRAS Astana (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The MIRAS International School, Astana (which is a member of the Nursultan Nazarbayev Educational Foundation) formally opened on September 2nd, 1999, as a private educational institution offering a curriculum based on the Kazakh National and International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) programmes.
		Special attention is given to the Community Service programme - students and staff participate in charity actions - visit the City orphanage and the Kinderdorf and help veterans and disadvantaged families.
		We also have a boarding facility where students who reside outside of Astana are provided with a comfortable dormitory on campus.
	www.miras-astana.kz /home/about.html (602 words)

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