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The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation also translated as the Pyramid of Peace and Accord, is a 62-metre-high (203 ft) pyramid in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, that serves as a non-denominational national spiritual centre and an event venue. Designed by Foster and Partners, with a stained glass apex and windows by architectural artist Brian Clarke, the Palace was constructed to house the triennial Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, and completed in 2006. Built by Sembol Construction at a cost of 8.74 billion Kazakh tenge (approx. $58 million), the project was conceived as a permanent venue for the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, which meets triennially in a purpose-built conference chamber at the apex of the pyramid. In 2011 and 2013, the International Astana Action Film Festival was held in the Palace.
Habib A.F.Habib A.F.
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Internet conspiracy theories led me here. It turns out to be a pretty interesting art gallery, religious museum, and neutral ground for various religious conferences. My guide was in English and really friendly and informative. CONS: Entrance experience is very poor. There's 10 identical doors at the front entrance, and all but one of them locked, with no indication of which one. After finally finding the correct door to go inside, was met by a very moody metal detector operator who gestured vaguely over to a small window to buy tour tickets. After buying the tickets, was told to go over to the cafe and wait, without any indication of who I was waiting for. Entrance experience aside, still a very interesting place from outside and in.
Jacob DuncanJacob Duncan
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Very unique and slightly bizarre landmark that is geometrically aligned to the presidential residence, the Baiterek tower and Khan Shatyr Mall. Fascinating from the outside as well as the inside. For an inside visit one must go with a tour, usually starting at every full hour, they do offer tours in English but only if there are enough people available. Also possible to book in advance to make sure you get the tor you want :) The over all architectural construction is futuristic and modern, no surprise here 😄 the exhibition is slightly bizarre, the whole concept is for sure worth a visit, but you may want to make up your own mind about the representation of religions here ;)
Helen VrumfondlHelen Vrumfondl
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I was astonished by this Pyramid of Peace designed by British architect Foster during my trip to Kazahkastan. It is built 62 meters above the ground and has overcome the challenge of variation of surrounding temperature of 80c (-40c to +40c) in Nur Sultan. It hosts different religions: Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Daoism and other faiths; and expresses the spirit of Kazakhstan, where cultures, traditions and representatives of various nationalities coexist in peace, harmony and accord. It is not only a success of building technology but also a symbol of faith and human equality.
Mary SpeedMary Speed
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Do not get lost like we did, the entrance of this museum is just in front of the palace of independence, we walked all the way around jajajja. This museum is also included in your city pass, and come with a guided tour. The problem is that the tour was really fast, she kind of just wanted to finish and with english not being her mother lenguaje it was really hard to understand her, even thought they have a lot of things to watch the tour guide move us quite fast. Over all is a really interesting building that they use for international peace meetings and forums.
Nenetzin SesarNenetzin Sesar
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+ Здание невероятно интересное, в живую всё гораздо лучше. В театре сидела на задних, высоких рядах и всё было слышно. Не советую выставку, советую музей. При выборе выставки вас проведут на этаж и вы самостоятельно обойдёте коллекцию картин или макетов, но при выборе музея вам проведут экскурсию по всему зданию(без выставки), всем интересным, красивым местам и представят все объекты, рассказывая их историю. Не стесняйтесь задавать вопросы гиду, просить говорить громче/тише или предложить остановиться для фотогрвфии. Работник Дворца будет охотнее и веселее вести экскурсию, если с ним общаться. Не бойтесь ходить на экскурсии с гидами-практикантами, им обычно очень нравится проводить их. Если с вами дети, которые совершенно не стоят на месте, то скорее всего, вам не покажут одну из комнат, чтобы сохранить её в презентабильном виде. Держите детей за руки, особенно, если находитесь в группе людей. Вы можете не подниматься в сад и не заходить в душное помещение, если хотите или если чувствуете себя плохо. Экспонаты часто обновляются, проводятся мероприятия и концерты. Есть маленький кафе-бар. Очень большой, ухоженный парк. - Лучше не соглашайтесь на экскурсию, если это первый раз данного гида, он переволнуется и многое забудет. Обязательно уточните цены и ознакомьтесь с ними в интернете(если есть). Бывало такое, что на кассе называли цену только "всё включено" и не давали выбора экскурсии с музеем или без(без дешевле, это только здание и сад, без экспонатов). Иногда, некоторые комнаты музея закрыты, но цену берут ту же.
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The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, also translated as the Pyramid of Peace and Accord, is a 62-metre-high pyramid in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, since 2019, that serves as a non-denominational national spiritual centre and event venue.
attractions: Hazrat Sultan Mosque, National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Presidential Park, Independence Square and Kazakh Eli Monument, restaurants: Izbushka Na Momyshuly, Zina, Take Eat Easy, Coffee Boom, Лапша Bar & Wok, Trattoria, Golpas, Ресторан Saf, Soul Kitchen, Eva wine cafe
