Bozjyra tract

Bozjyra tract in Mangystau, Kazakhstan is a popular tourist destination known for its unique and otherworldly landscape. Located in the Ustyurt Plateau, the area was once the bottom of the prehistoric Tethys Ocean, which gives it a fascinating geological history.

The best time to visit Bozjyra is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild. Summers can be extremely hot, and the gorge can be covered in snow in the winter.

In addition to Bozjyra, the Mangystau Region offers many other unique attractions. You can explore the Caspian Sea beaches, visit the underground mosques, and discover the unusual Karynzharyk hollow with its unique sand and clay formations. The region also boasts a variety of flora and fauna, including pink flamingos, seals, honey badgers, and leopards. There are other sightseeing spots in the region, such as Sherkala mount, Kapamsay canyon, as well as historical and sacred places like Beket Ata, Shakpak Ata, and the Sultan Epe underground mosques.

“Bozjyra” is a Kazakh word meaning “a faded coloured valley” or “a grey land”.

Bozjyra is probably one of the best places in the world to watch dawns and sunsets. Such a visually spectacular sight is definitely worth putting on your bucket list.

To reach Aktau, the main city in Mangystau, flights are available from Astana and Almaty operated by Air Astana, Fly Arystan, and Scat Airlines.