In the cities of the world, priority is given to digital technologies, and the concept of a "smart city" plays an important role in the life of the population. An innovative initiative is also being implemented in Astana, many problems of citizens are being solved with the help of modern automated information technologies, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.
One of the innovations implemented in Astana is the free Smart Astana mobile application, which provides a comfortable and safe life.
The mobile application, launched in 2015, today has more than 28 thousand users. Astana Innovations Joint Stock Company under the City Department of Digitalization and Public Services is actively involved in the digitalization of the capital.
According to the Department of Digital Services of Astana Innovations JSC, more than 70 urban services are integrated into the mobile application, including transport, healthcare, education, culture and utilities.
This application is an indispensable tool that orients not only residents of the capital, but also tourists coming to the main city and other residents of the region.
The "traveler" section in the application provides access to up-to-date information and various services.
The "traveler" section offers 10 services.
Train schedules at the station: to check the departure and arrival times of trains with a view of stations and routes.
Airport Flight Schedule: Displays updated flight information, including changes in arrival and departure times.
Events: This section provides a schedule of concerts, exhibitions, competitions and other cultural and sporting events in the capital.
Shopping malls: information is provided on the location, operating hours and contact numbers of retail outlets in the capital.
Cultural objects: a section integrated with the website of the tourist information center Visit Astana. In it you can read a list and description of museums, architectural monuments, theaters and other attractions of the capital.
Entertainment facilities: in this section you can see an electronic rating of restaurants and cafes, compiled taking into account safety criteria and service level.
Bus Station Timetable: Provides information about intercity buses. The time of their departure and arrival is recorded, and the ticket price is indicated.
Recreation areas and parks: offers a list of places for recreation, walking and active pastime.
Public toilets: This section lists the toilets located in the city and also provides the opportunity to file a complaint.
In addition, the application is equipped with an instant push notification function for the absence of lessons in schools, the closure and opening of highways and bad weather in the city. The list of important information provided to Astana residents is constantly updated.
It is no secret that the countries of the world have long started to increase the state budget through the development of tourism. There are also sights in our capital that can be shown to foreigners. And the Smart Astana mobile application, which provides information about them, allows you to increase the country's tourism potential.
Please note that the app can be downloaded for free from the App Store or Google Play.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/895927