Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is a country located in Central Asia, bordered by Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. It is the world's largest landlocked country and the ninth-largest country in the world, with a diverse landscape that includes the Caspian Sea, the Tian Shan and the Pamir Mountains, and the Kyzylkum and Karakum Deserts. The country has a population of around 18 million people and a diverse culture influenced by its Soviet past and traditional nomadic and Islamic heritage. The capital city is Astana, a modern city with impressive architecture and a blend of traditional and modern influences. The official language is Kazakh, a Turkic language, and the country has a developing economy based on oil, natural gas, and mining.