5 Years in Kazakhstan: My Secret Observations.

[@morph-87]

Nice video. I am happy to see people from different countries are enjoying their experience in Kazakhstan! As for the wedding parties: a bride/groom is not completely alone, there is always a small group of the representatives from the other side (usually closest family members + most respected or artistic relatives). And there are many rules and traditions behind this events (Syrga salu, Uzatu toi, Uilenu toi, Qudalyq).. it is actually a long negotiation process during which many important things are disucssed))

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

Wow! Thanks for the comment! I guess it's always a learning process.

[@misarabage1359]

Came across your video and I want to answer the wedding part As you mentioned Kazakhstan is huge so relatives who live far away don’t get the chance to meet each other very often Also we have the rule of 7 fathers which means if you’re are related to a bride /groom 7 generations back from both mothers and fathers side - you’re not allowed to marry since it’s considered an insect (it’s been now scientifically proven) So usually the Kazakhs marry someone from a whole different part of the country and the weddings are the only chance to see your long distance relatives in a lifetime Ofc now we have internet and maybe it doesn’t make sense now so the weddings are becoming less and less festive

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

Of course, Incest should be frowned upon. I love everything about the tradition though.

[@tatan4ik]

Hi , thank you for your great talk! I have one question: how is the quality of healthcare? It probably varies, but at least maybe you know what it's like in big cities, such as Almaty or Astana?

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

My view as a foreigner might differ though. I go to private hospitals for my checkups and consultation fee is usually between $10 - $20. In terms of healthcare, it's good enough, I struggled a bit with the language when I got here, most doctors don't speak English. It's easier now that I can communicate. Nothing huge to really quantify the healthcare system but my few occasions have been fine.

[@tatan4ik]

@@AbrahamSalako2019 thank you, great to know if we travel there

[@cliffchadwicker]

What’s the main language?

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

@@cliffchadwicker Kazak but because Kazakhstan was a USSR country, people mainly speak Russian.

[@Advanced_Arch_Way]

Hello my brother. Living in KZ for 5 years, Have you seen any Kazakhs that follow Christianity? I know a majority of Kazakhs are of Muslim in faith, but was wondering if you seen or know any Kazakh persons, or see any Christian orthodox churches? I do know of there are less than a handful of Catholic Churches there. God bless brother.

[@Gemsenglishquizz]

Hello, yes you’re right. Although I haven’t been on the lookout for specific churches, all I know is that Christians exist and yes, I have met Christian Kazakhs. It’s a tolerant country I must say.

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

Sorry this Gemsquiz is also my comment, I didn't know I was on a different account

[@marzhannnnnnnnnnnn]

Yes, my English teacher is catholic Christian. Even though majority of us are Muslim many of people here are against hijabs(they even call the people who are covered slaves of Arabs 💀). They say that hijabs are traditional Arab clothing and we as Kazakhs have our own traditional clothing. And unlike in other Muslim countries Kazakh women were not forced to cover their hair and face and they were “allowed” to speak even if strangers were around. Women covered their hair only when they get married but covering their face was never a thing. But we follow many rules of islam. For example worshipping five times in a day, fasting during ramadan and not eating pork etc (not everyone ofc) I identify myself as the Muslim but don’t worship five times a day

[@AbrahamSalako2019]

@@marzhannnnnnnnnnnn Thanks for the comment, Marzhan. I can attest to this.

[@prostprostoi9715]

@@marzhannnnnnnnnnnn Ohh not many where are you get this things? we tolerant country stop spread nonsense about our country!