AKZHAYIK NATURE RESERVE

This nature reserve, essentially made up of marshland, is a delight for birdwatchers. Far from industrialization, birds are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding an island where they can nest in peace and quiet. Underwater, it's also one of the last places where Caspian sturgeon can sleep peacefully. In 2012, the reserve was classified as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Visits are therefore regulated.