EKIBASTUZ
Ekibastuz is an industrial city in the Pavlodar region of Kazakhstan, one of the country’s largest energy centers. The Ekibastuz coal basin is one of the largest in terms of reserves and the largest in the world in terms of coal density.
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The Ekibastuz Museum of History and Local History and the Monument to Kosym Pshenbaev was founded in 1987 as the Ekibastuz Department of History and Local History of the Pavlodar Regional Museum of History and Local History named after G.N. Potanin. It was opened in 1997 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the city of Ekibastuz, based on the order of the Akim of Ekibastuz dated April 23, 1996. The museum has an exhibition hall and nine main rooms housing the museum’s permanent exhibits.
The “Ladle” composition, mounted on a pedestal, represents the escalator that first dropped mined coal into a train. This event was significant for the city, as the opening of the mines created many new jobs and set the direction for the city’s development for many years to come.
The Ekibastuz Mosque is an architectural monument, a sacred site in the region, and a pilgrimage site in the city of Ekibastuz. Opened on September 11, 1998, the mosque can accommodate 1,000 visitors. Its central hall is adorned with a 390-kilogram crystal chandelier.
Pink Lake (Kobeituz) – This endorheic lake is replenished by precipitation and groundwater. “Kobeituz” means “a lot of salt” in Kazakh, as the water is salty and fishless. Every few years, Kobeituz turns pink. This hue is caused by the algae Dunaliella salina, which lives in saltwater seas. The pink color can vary depending on the concentration of microorganisms. This same algae also colors the world-famous pink lakes in Australia and Canada.
In addition, we recommend you visit: the Monument to the Associate Professor, the Monument to the Internationalist Soldiers, and the Iveron-Seraphim Cathedral.