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Capital of Kazakhstan

The term "capital of Kazakhstan" refers to the city that serves as the political, administrative, and cultural center of Kazakhstan.

Senses and Usages:

• Noun: The official capital of Kazakhstan is Nur-Sultan, formerly known as Astana. It is located in the northern part of the country.
• Adjective: Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, received its new name Nur-Sultan on March 23, 2019, to honor Nursultan Nazarbayev, the first President of Kazakhstan.
• Local: Almaty, the former capital of Kazakhstan, remains an important cultural and financial hub.

Examples:

Noun: Nur-Sultan became the capital of Kazakhstan in 1997, replacing Almaty.

Noun: The capital of Kazakhstan impresses visitors with its modern architecture and grandiose buildings.

Adjective: The Nur-Sultan Stock Exchange is a key financial institution in the capital of Kazakhstan.

Local: The locals in the former capital, Almaty, enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife and beautiful mountain scenery.

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