Astana is a very interesting city. It's a "planned city" much like Washington DC, meaning that it was carefully planned since its inception of being named the capital city of Kazakhstan 19 years ago.
In case you were wondering, here's how it all happened:
The Soviet Union collapsed in 1991 and a few months later, #Kazakhstan became an independent country. In 1998, the #Kazakh government decided to move the capital city from #Almaty (a city full of history and tradition) to #Astana (a small town with practically nothing) -- So essentially, they built up Astana from a small town into a modern international hub in just two decades. The population has increased 10X from 100,000 to 1,000,000 since 1998, and tons of global companies, restaurant chains, hotels, banks, etc have flocked to Astana for business. Not to mention, the futuristic architecture and skyscrapers that make up the skyline are very impressive. There's actually "one straight line" that runs through the city, which has all the freakishly modern buildings lined up on both sides. I've never been to a place like Astana, and I can't imagine what it'll look if I come back in 5 or 10 years 🇰🇿
Death Cab for Cutie - Known for melodious tracks with deep lyrics and unconventional instrumentation, like, "I'll Follow You Into The Dark," Death Cab for Cutie is an alternative rock band from Washington. Their 2008 music video, "I Will Possess Your Heart," won the Best Editing award at the MTV VMAs.
Brad Williams is a distinguished comedian who has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his uncanny ability to connect with audiences of all ages. He has graced the stages of comedy venues across the country for the past decade, from HBO and Netflix specials to Comedy Central and numerous sold-out theaters. His clever wit, coupled with unique and imaginative stories, has garnered him critical acclaim.
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Mean Girls brings the iconic movie to life on the broadway as a "ferociously funny" musical. Co-produced by the SNL producer and screenwriter Lorne Michaels, the Tony-nominated show has been performed over 800 times.
Charleston Gallery Association Artwalk - Art is an indispensable part of culture and will be on full display. Let the artwork on display show you a new perspective.
Arkansauce and Pixie and the Partygrass Boys are teaming up for a night of high-energy bluegrass and folk music at Charleston Pour House. Don't miss these two dynamic groups as they bring their unique blend of traditional and modern sounds to the stage.
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