Borovoe - Kazakhstan

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Borovoe is a popular destination for the locals of Northern Kazakhstan, and particularly from the capital - Astana. This place, the reservoir, has many lakes surrounded by cliffs, mountains and forests. It is indeed "pearl of the steppe" as Kazakhs like to call it. We spent 1 full day there with overnight stay in a nice wooden cottage, interesting guided excursion around the reservoir, banya (russian bath) and lots of local food. And in a great company of funny and cool people. Thanks to Leila's family for organizing it for us. We had blast!
Photos here, story will come later.

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