The Lotus Fest – 2026 festival has begun in the Kurmangazy District of the Atyrau Region, celebrating the blooming season of the lotus, one of the region’s unique natural treasures.The two-day festival has brought together local residents, guests from different regions of Kazakhstan, and international tourists.Around 2,000 people attended the festival during its first few hours.As part of the festivities, guests can enjoy a cultural and entertainment programme, national sports competitions, a handicraft fair, traditional Kazakh cuisine, activities for children, and a concert programme. Renowned Kazakh singer Kuandyk Rakhym will perform as a special guest.The main highlight of the festival is the opportunity to take a boat trip along the Kigash River and admire the beautiful lotus fields blooming in their natural habitat.Lotus Fest – 2026 aims to showcase the tourism potential of the Atyrau Region, promote the unique natural heritage of the Kurmangazy District, and contribute to the development of ecotourism.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1274687?lang=ru

On August 15–16, the «Lotus Fest» festival is taking place in a unique natural setting in the Teniz Rural District of Kurmangazy District, Atyrau Region.Festival guests can enjoy tourism competitions, the «Lotus Run» marathon, a children’s play area, a concert program featuring pop stars, photo zones, shopping pavilions, a handicraft fair, and food courts.Most importantly, visitors will have the opportunity to take a boat ride along the Kigach River and admire a rare natural wonder - the beautiful lotus flowers.«Lotus Fest» is expected to become a special festival where nature, culture, and unforgettable experiences come together.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1274679?lang=ru

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1274665?lang=ru

The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Republic of Croatia (OIB: 40649438406), with its registered address at Bosanska ulica 26, Zagreb, hereby announces an open auction for the sale of motor vehicles.The auction will be conducted by ascending bids.The auction will take place at 11:00 on 1 September 2026 at Bosanska ulica 26, 10000 Zagreb.Details of the vehicles offered for sale Lot No. 1Passenger vehicleMake and model: Mercedes-Benz S 500 L 4MATICColour: BlackYear of manufacture: 2014Mileage: 240,391Engine capacity and fuel type: 4,663 cm³, petrolGeneral condition: Not in working order; repairs requiredStarting price: EUR 4,349.94 (four thousand three hundred and forty-nine euros and ninety-four cents)Security deposit, equal to 15% of the starting price: EUR 652.49 (six hundred and fifty-two euros and forty-nine cents)Bid increment, equal to 5% of the starting price: EUR 217.50 (two hundred and seventeen euros and fifty cents)Lot No. 2Passenger vehicleMake and model: Mercedes-Benz VianoColour: BlackYear of manufacture: 2014Mileage: 184,020Engine capacity and fuel type: 2,143 cm³, dieselGeneral condition: Not in working order; repairs requiredStarting price: EUR 3,210.24 (three thousand two hundred and ten euros and twenty-four cents)Security deposit, equal to 15% of the starting price: EUR 481.54 (four hundred and eighty-one euros and fifty-four cents)Bid increment, equal to 5% of the starting price: EUR 160.51 (one hundred and sixty euros and fifty-one cents)Eligibility and application procedure Individuals and legal entities that submit their applications and pay the security deposit within the prescribed time limit are eligible to participate in the auction.Applications must be submitted, and participants registered, in writing at Bosanska ulica 26, 10000 Zagreb.The deadline for submitting applications is 17:30 on 28 August 2026.The participant submitting the highest bid will be declared the successful bidder.The security deposit paid by the successful bidder will be credited towards the purchase price of the vehicle. Security deposits paid by the other participants will be refunded within 15 working days.Applicants must submit the following documents to the auction organiser at the address specified above:    a)A completed application form in the prescribed format;    b) For individuals: a copy of an identity document;For legal entities: a copy of the identity document of the legal entity’s authorised representative and a document confirming the legal entity’s registration in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Croatia;    c) A copy of the payment document confirming payment of the security deposit.Before paying the security deposit and submitting an application, participants must carefully review this notice and the draft sale and purchase agreement and inspect the technical condition of the relevant vehicle. Participants may not request any improvements, modifications or repairs to the vehicle, nor may they claim exemption from any taxes, fees or other costs associated with the transfer of registration or ownership.If the successful bidder fails to fulfil the terms of the agreement within the prescribed period, the bidder will be deemed to have waived the right to purchase the vehicle. Any payments already made, including the security deposit, will not be refunded. Bank charges incurred in transferring the security deposit are non-refundable. Bid rigging and any other form of unlawful interference with the auction are strictly prohibited. Bank details for payment of the security depositBeneficiary: Embassy of the Republic of KazakhstanAddress: Bosanska ulica 26, 10000 ZagrebOIB: 40649438406IBAN: HR5024840081105847755Beneficiary bank: Raiffeisenbank Austria d.d.SWIFT: RZBHHR2XPayment reference: Security deposit for participation in the auction, Lot No. [insert lot number]Buyer’s obligations and collection of the vehiclesThe participant submitting the highest bid must sign the Record of Auction Results immediately after the auction has concluded.The buyer must pay the full purchase price of the vehicle, less the security deposit already paid, within 10 working days of signing the sale and purchase agreement.The buyer will bear in full all costs associated with the transfer of ownership, including taxes, administrative fees, customs duties and any other payments arising from the purchase of the vehicle. Vehicle inspection and contact detailsThe vehicles and the relevant documentation may be inspected, and application forms obtained, at Bosanska ulica 26, 10000 Zagreb, on working days between 09:00 and 17:00.Telephone enquiries: +385 91 1935 348; +385 91 9316 460Email: zagreb@mfa.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-zagreb/press/news/details/1274642?lang=ru

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1274640?lang=ru