East Kazakhstan is located at the intersection of the border with China, Mongolia and Russia. The major part of the East Kazakhstan regional territory is occupied by the mountain ranges of Ore and South Altai, Kalby and Saur-Tarbagatai. These scenic spots were regarded by the great Kazakh poet and enlightener Abai Kunanbayev and the outstanding writer Mukhtar Auezov as their homeland.

Belukha Mountain .According to travellers, the highest of the Altai peaks (4506 metres) has a special magnetic power and magical aura. Markakol reserve This reserve is a true gem of East Kazakhstan. Its territory was barred from human activity as far back as 1976 so as to preserve the South Altai in its natural state.

Rakhmanov keys. The underground rivers in this area contain radon which is a curative element. The thermal waters are used for treating joints, spinal, nerve and skin diseases.