Hg2 : The Hedonist

A Hedonist’s guide to…

Almaty

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Telli
An on-site homeopathic pharmacy complements the high end skincare brands at Telli.

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Top Line
Couture shoes line te walls at Top Line - head here to pick up your Louboutins.

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Sauvage
Catering to label-loving men and women Sauvage offers a designer fix in the heart of Almaty. Be sure to pack the plastic.

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Meha
French and Italian outerwear, with a popular summer sale.

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Oner
Selling mostly paintings and sculptures, Oner also deals in antique furniture and silver. A real treasure trove.

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Oyu
Soviet and contemporary art line the walls of this quiet gallery.

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Rakhat
Delicious Kazakhstan chocolates, one of the few brands authentically produced in the country.

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Ramstor Trade Centre
The introduction of the mall was met with a great deal of excitement in Almaty with consumers of the boom economy eager to spend.

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Rush
Home of Sauvage's more avant-garde offerings, Rush offers a mix from Balmain to Tabitha Simmons.

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Golden Furs
Stylish outerwear and accessories from top brands.

SightsLandmarks & Monuments

Green Bazaar
Even if you're not buying, the Green provides a wonderful insight into the day-to-day life in Almaty. People-watching opportunities await!

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Hediard
Expensive little tidbits and gourmet foodstuffs on offer at this pricey deli.

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La Riya
Sexy and feminine, La Riya offers bold designs for the modern woman.

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Lui Lei
Stunning eveningwear abounds at the Sauvage's newest recruit.

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Lutece Wine Gallery
Regular free tastings and reasonably priced wine make this a popular stop.

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Mega Centre
The biggest selection of Western brands in Kazakhstan, alongside local chains, makes this a popular mall.

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Ganni
A wide range of excellent carpets, sold by an experienced and helpful trader.

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Galeria G&G
Top designer brands fly off the rails at G&G, spiritual home of Kazakhstan's wealthiest.

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Erbol
Hand-made carpets, brought to wherever is most convenient.

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Four Rooms
Chic concept store selling beautiful Italian clothes and accessories.

ShopsMarkets

Barakholka Market
There's so much going on at Baraholka market it can be hard to know where to look first; it's brimming with goods for both the souvenir-seeking tourist and seasoned local.

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Assia
The perfect boutique for picking up quality gifts.

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Azat Akimbek Gallery
A stunning collection of art and antiques lie in this gallery, covering years of history.

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Bacchus Winery
Wine tours and tastings from these experienced manufacturers.

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Armonia
International and Russian names keep the fashionistas happy at Armonia.

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Arvest
Modern art, sculpture, ceramics and beautiful traditional jewellery.

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Antika
Fine antiques are on sale at this professional gallery.

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Alexander & Svetlana
Gadgets and Soviet memorabilia galore from this couple.

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Aida KaumeNOVA
Drawing on influences from Brit-born Vivienne Westwood Aida Kaumenova is Almaty's very own version. Snap up an original design.

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Aigul’Kassymova
Looking for a Kazah designer whose fashions feature modern twists? Look no further than Aigul Kassymova who can be found at AK Studio.

SightsMuseum

Museum of Instruments
Ask for a demonstration of how these beautifully crafted instruments are played, and listen in wonder.

SightsParks & Gardens

Panfilov Park
This is the centre point of Almaty and is the city's biggest and most-loved park; home to the gorgeous Ascension Cathedral and a slew of other historically important monuments.

SightsReligious Buildings

St. Nicholas Cathedral
Apart from being striking in appearance St Nicholas Cathedral has been an important part of Almaty's culture for the last century. Be sure to catch a service.

SightsArt Gallery

Tengri Umai Gallery
The first private art gallery in Kazakhstan, this minimalist institution hosts a selection of interesting contemporary works.

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Museum of Books
A collection of Kazakhstan's literary history.

SightsPerforming Arts

KELT
With English performances twice a year, KELT is popular with expats.

SightsLandmarks & Monuments

Kensai Graveyard
Another of Almaty's more fascinating cultural spots, Kensai Graveyard provides awe-inspiring views of the mountains and is something of a moving experience to say the least with headstones aplenty.

SightsAdventure Parks

Kazakh State Circus
The performers here are amongst the best riders in the world, and their astounding stunts are a great way to get the adrenaline pumping at the start of your evening.

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Kazakh State Philharmonic
The Philharmonic is home to Almaty's symphony orchestra and puts on classical concerts as well as a variety of other musical performances.

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KazakhConcert
KazakhConcert stages a mix of classical, jazz and folk concerts featuring local and visiting foreign musicians.
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