Ah, Kazakhstan, vast and intriguing. Has a foot in Europe, the other in Asia, so literally on the global fence. It's a splendid quilt of rugged landscapes, dotted with modern and ancient cities, amongst which sits an orchestra of singing sand dunes. Also, it serves as Earth's backdoor to space - can't argue with that, can we?

Karagandy is in the region of Qaraghandy

Welcome to Karagandy, the city that will make you go "Qaraghandy-nificent!" Known as the "Steel City," it's Kazakhstan's answer to the Industrial Revolution, where factories battle it out for supremacy like a modern-day medieval joust. But don't be fooled, behind the smokestacks lies a vibrant cultural scene, with hip art galleries and bustling markets where you can haggle your way to a bargain fit for a khan. So, come and experience this steel jungle, because in Karagandy, even the iron has a heart of gold!.