Khan Shatyr

Khan Shatyr is basically a giant, glowing tent. It was built in the neo-futurist style, it was unveiled in 2006. Designed by UK architect Norman Foster, this is the highest tent structure in the world. The 150 metres tall tent itself is enormous with a 140,000-square-metre base. It is equal to the 10 football stadiums. When you enter the Khan Shatyr, you will find many interesting things. There is a dinosaur park and various shopping malls and resorts.

Whether you want to enjoy boating, the Khan Shatyr will fulfill all your desires. The translucent material allows daylight to wash the interiors while sheltering them from weather extremes. Low-level jets direct cool air across the space, while vents at the apex induce natural stack-effect ventilation. The challenge in winter is to prevent ice forming on the inside of the envelope. The Khan Shatyr is achieved by a combination of temperature control and directing warm air currents up the inner fabric surface, a strategy that also prevents downdraughts.

Location: Turan Ave 37, Astana, Kazakhstan
Website: https://www.khanshatyr.com/en
Hour: Open all hours
Google Rating: 4.8/5