Kazakhstan is the world’s ninth-largest country by land area and one of the least explored by international tourists. The stunning country has a rich nomadic history (similar to Mongolia) and emerged as an independent nation after the dissolution of the USSR in 1991. Today, its national carrier, 
Air Astana (named after the capital), is the leading carrier in Central Asia, spreading its wings to the Middle East and beyond. Here are five reasons why Air Astana has established itself as a key player in the region.