Astana, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Includes the following communities:
Astana, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Akmolinsk, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Tselinograd, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Akmola, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Nur-Sultan, Akmola Region, Kazakhstan
Астана, Акмолинская область, Казахстан
History:
Since 1997, Astana has been the capital of Kazakhstan (moving from Almaty).
Throughout history, Astana has had many names including Akmolinsk, Tselinograd, Akmola and most recently Nur-Sultan.
Volga German families living elsewhere in Kazakhstan moved to Astana through the years.
Surnames:
Volga German Families:
The following Volga German families settled in and around Astana:
Kindsvater from Wiesenmüller
Maul from Schilling
Volga Colonies:
Notable Individuals:
External Links:
- Astana (Wikipedia)