9 things I DON'T like about living in Kazakhstan

[@dedeborya9015]

I spent a week in Almaty - as an American that speaks Russian - I found every interaction to be open, friendly energetic - everybody wanted to know WHY is an AMERICAN 'here' - I had a great time. I will go back in the Spring when it is *WARMER*

[@Динара-х3д]

Nice video, I would agree on most of it, except for laziness. Seriously, we are not lazy, this is just a stereotype. I have worked both in Almaty and Chicago, and Kazakh people actually work as much as Americans (at least in Chicago). This is a generalization, but still, if you do not have any financial support and want a good career in Kazakhstan, you gotta work a lot.

[@fifi3649]

Importance of appearance, showing off, crazy driving, laziness... Kazakhstan is basically an ex-Soviet version of Italy 😂 I've just discovered this channel and it seems very interesting! Thank you! 😊

[@zampieritto]

Just leave the Italians alone. I am a Northern Italian and I am a labourer factory worker and I work very very hard

[@vaderetro264]

@@zampieritto Kazakhs are rather similar to Southern Italians, kind of a mixture of Sicilians and Napolitans. When non-Italian people talk about 'Italians' in the most generic way, they almost never refer to the North of Italy.

[@kipchakkipchak5217]

Not soviet union only , but as well ex empire of chengiz han golden ford .

[@maxh7637]

@@zampieritto lol, our guys from northern Kazakhstan would say exactly the same about themselves. :)

[@Eric3Frog]

As an American, who likes Kazakhstan, I hope Kazakhstan culture doesn’t change too much.

[@zhambylserik7551]

You didn't mention things about corruption.

[@AIDAHAR210]

She can't talk about it if it's not there. (Some sarcasm intended incase)

[@saturn_in_blue]

If the government says it's not there, then it's not there, right? 😂 /s

[@wildbill9919]

I'm sure there's corruption in every country's government, even the USA.

[@tahaplh1]

The looks part I've experienced it myself a lot because my complexion is a bit dark my lord how people were staring and wanting to take selfies with me, I mean men, women, young people, old people, waiters, taxi drivers, I must have taken more pictures with people in Kazakhstan than Michael Jackson did in his entire life 😂 it didn't bother me though, made me feel like a celebrity 😂

[@KKKKKkk1k1]

I was raised almost exclusively in the West and I watch your video to learn from better civilized cultures with aim and hope of achieving more prosperity for my family an the dwelling. 😊

[@БейбарысЖаңабайұлы-и1ч]

она является русскоязычной, и отражает руско-казахскую культуру, чем казахскую.

[@santeripaattimaki1632]

Whoa, your videos opened my eyes to a whole new culture and way of living. I am from Finland and i didnt have any idea how life in kazakhstan would be. Great work with the channel.

[@themore-you-know]

As a Quebecer (Canada), the driving seems so off. When I drive, I'm always super chill and think of leaving 4-5-6 car lengths so other drivers can easily switch lanes. Always happy to get a hand gesture as thank you from the other driver, and it's also part of "Defensive Driving" which translates into driving like everyone is a bumbling idiot that needs his personal space or he'll cause an accident. "What would a bad driver do...? Cut me off without signaling, of course, therefor I must leave him space to do so." (Also, data shows that Defensive Driving dampens and prevents traffic altogether.)

[@normpeplow3813]

I had Kazakhstan young adult students before I retired. They were all very good and I enjoyed having them in my classes (Chicago area) -- they were excellent in fact. I did not know much about your country at that time; your videos are really good and I enjoy them all. Unfortunately, they were not available when I was working. I am getting hooked on them and learning more about other countries and cultures.

[@garysharp4606]

Looks like a very clean and maintained city. Would like to see it some day

[@allenk6373]

I don't know I have never struggled with finding fruits or vegetables I live in almaty

[@DivineThroughDivination]

Its another cool video! very well documented by you! the Showing off! part sounds so incredibly similar to some of the Indian friends (not in an offending way) but to go over the top! to impress :) but in a harmless way

[@knockeledup]

I think people like to show off wealth in almost every culture. In some places, being overweight shows you have money. In Kazakhstan, it seems that people like to get black SUVs. So I wouldn’t take that as a negative about Kazakstan, because showing off your wealth, in which ever way that may be, is just a part of human nature.

[@sgandem]

Great videos, thanks for being very honest and forthcoming!

[@adrianaferreira8841]

Hello from Brazil. I like your channel, very interesting subjects.

[@explorewithahsann]

I'm from Pakistan, and I'm glad I found your channel. The showoff mentality is also very much common in Pakistan as well. The traffic is a lot more crazy as well.

[@markosimunic5132]

I am from Europe i mean Bosnia,i have been in Pakistan and it was the worst country that i have seen,no culture on streets,behavior of peoples,everywhere is dirty same like in India,i wpuld never live in India and Pakistan or visit

[@zh7205]

Very helpful video, my dad just went there try to run a business

[@Eric3Frog]

Perhaps they are not really “lazy”. Maybe people feel free, and not driven to constantly produce like here in America. It’s good to feel comfortable in enjoying your time as you see fit. Now, if Kazak people are bored or frustrated that’s not good. I need more information to understand this “lazy” behavior correctly. This may tie into operating on their own schedule. Perhaps they like being independent and free.

[@zhan2358]

Qazaq sózi erkindik degen maǵynany bildiredi

[@30803080308030803081]

You might enjoy traveling in China, Mongolia, or Korea. You’ll see some similarities (and some differences) between Kazakhs and the people of those countries. Some things you think are uniquely Kazakh or Russian are actually common to many people in this part of the world.

[@AnhPham-en5yb]

You're very honest.Thanks for advice. I am living in California.

[@estera4176]

Many of these things are more or less common to more peoples. People like to show off, to be lazy, to meddle im other people's business and such.

[@rustykz7708]

Yeah, we don't like even word "body positive". We don't use it, we talk just "fat". I'm 39 and my weight is 90 kg, i have a round stomach 😭😭😭 I try to less 10 kg, but it is not too easy

[@lisamisa91]

If you're eating healthy and do work out a little, there's no reason why you should not be confident about your body! :)

[@Atybelgisiz]

Вообще-то проблема в голове. Верьте мне. Если в психологии что-то не так то различные диеты и спорт не поможет. Даже если будет помогать эффект будет только временно. Занимайтесь психосоматикой

[@ernst624]

Try the Keto diet. Good for Kazakh foods.....no carbs, just fat and protein calories 💪

[@petraroos3413]

Lol, the stopping in the middle of the road thing is common place in Westchester county near NYC, USA. It's the worst !! It makes driving so stressful.

[@nonsense.v]

Nice channel! Looking forward to your recommendations for local food and drinks. I would like to visit there one day :)

[@JHUD152]

Woo! Dostyk Plaza! Now I miss Kazakhstan. =/

[@happysolitudetv]

#2 is also true where I live and it's mighty annoying. Also about bathrooms in public.

[@suebanyai270]

It sounds like drivers in Almaty would fit right in here in New Jersey, lol

[@gracetoloce]

i subscribed upon listening to number 5. lol, yes ,we are lazy people, that i guess applies to kazakhs all across the world, i am kazakh myself from China, sometimes I feel laziness is in my DNA. well done girl, i like your channel.

[@balkh_555leo4]

Local people are mean, rude and tactless: asking personal questions, making comments about your physical looks or features, making rude jokes is quite normal here. Plus kazakhs are highly envious of someone's wealth, success and someone's attractive looks.

[@rag7027]

Hi Salta, I am a new subscriber, enjoy watching your videos about your country 🇰🇿 . Btw, you are very pretty.

[@dinacampbell3319]

Hi Salta! I was enjoying watching your videos and I do agree with some of your comments or views but I don't agree with number 5, about laziness.. Yes, you said, there is talented people in Kazland but why you think is laziness happening there in first place?!..

[@dinacampbell3319]

.. Or maybe there is luck of opportunities, especially for young generation of the country?!..

[@Metarig]

seriously, do you like kale? I like steak so I think Kazakhstan is suitable for me

[@ernst624]

Kale and steak actually go together in Keto. Just add bacon 🥓 to the kale or get brussel sprouts instead 😋

[@fiki_fire]

nice point of view

[@juventusbehindthescenes8256]

What I did not like about Kazakhstan People when starting to look at me strange when I walking with my wife, especially boys,

[@Eric3Frog]

Why do you think they did that? What do you, and your wife, look like? What tone did you feel from their looks?

[@juventusbehindthescenes8256]

@@Eric3FrogWe do not do anything unnatural, we are normal human beings and behave like any couple in the world, but my wife has Kazakh features while I don't, I don't know the real reason really, Of course not all Kazakhs are like that, I'm talking about a certain category only

[@zhan2358]

@@juventusbehindthescenes8256 European appearance is not much in Kazakhstan, you will not meet them everywhere. It's just that Kazakhs are interested.

[@БейбарысЖаңабайұлы-и1ч]

@@juventusbehindthescenes8256 они считают, что казашка оскверняют казахскую кровь, это самая нелюбимая вещь для казаха. Можно найти тысячи причин почему казахи не любят полукровок.

[@sammyjobar]

Yeah toilet is disgusting in Kazakhstan when I was traveling around Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 😅 because it’s such a small stall and no doors

[@zhan2358]

Just not say about Borat, really.

[@NatalieVasilyev]

I noticed that people stare a lot when you are in KZ. It's not annoying but it is just very surprising. Crazy driving that is so true.

[@joaoantunes5559]

Maybe some "negative" points are negative because they are seen by an american point of view! Unfortunatelly people follow "American culture" and don`t see the fantastic culture they have, maybe one day they will regret it!

[@happyface96]

Exactly

[@willfungusman8666]

Um no

[@БейбарысЖаңабайұлы-и1ч]

Казахи не любят когда иностранцы встречаются с казашками, сколько бы подстилки не опревергали это. Также некоторые русскоязычные не любят лгбт.

[@stayingfitandfocused]

Facts

[@salmathecopt7969]

Interesting video. Good account.

[@dutchymon]

I would like to know more about music culture in Kazakhstan, is there a folk music tradition? is there bands playing gigs?

[@ЕрланСапаралиев-б7я]

Есть

[@Daniyalkan]

Number 6 is quite funny and random haha

[@AIDAHAR210]

Driving in QZ is probably better than driving in Houston, TX

[@mariecarfon6288]

I love kale, the first time I have it was way back when I was in Abu Dhabi. I haven't tried here coz it is a bit expensive. I am curious about your country and this one helps a lot to know a bit of your nation.

[@rustykz7708]

Oh, Salta, in your video is very good road toilet for Kazakhstan. I think, you didn't seen real terrible toilets

[@omarcastro8381]

because my girlfriend is from kazakhstan . thank you

[@omarcastro8381]

can you make video about language of kazakhstan. like tutorial video.

[@arinoecraft3424]

Hi there is Italian people in Kazakistan? I’m planning to move in Astana

[@Artorias-j6g]

Son Pascal - he is singer

[@joseantonioanlehulara7413]

Greetings from Mexico. I Santoyo to visit my friend Viktoria in Uralks..🇲🇽🌹

[@TaborKelly]

Zebra crossings are great! I'm sorry about your drivers.

[@danv3004]

I disagree with her saying that Kazakh being lazy. As I remember growing up in Western Kazakhstan, everyone was busy working two- three jobs, supporting their large families. We all worked as teenagers and even in colleges we had part time jobs. Just saying…

[@dennisstamates451]

I really like your channel. I've been texting with a lady in Almaty

[@30803080308030803081]

#2 is just how people all across Eurasia are, from Eastern Europe to East Asia (but not South Asia). This is not an exclusively Russian phenomenon. I lived in China, and people absolutely are this way in China. Whether one is in China, Kazakhstan, or Russia, this is a pervasive feature of social life and people’s personalities in this region of the world.

[@30803080308030803081]

And, #3 also is not especially Russian. Why do you say, “Because we were in the Soviet Union…”? You’re describing very common aspects of people from many countries of Eurasia. The Soviet Union is not related to this.

[@jessanandajoo]

I found it really interesting that people in Uzbekistan, as ex-part of Soviet Union, are extremely friendly tho. fyi I’m Indonesian where we’re known as one of the friendliest nations on Earth. All this is to say that when I say friendly, it’s our level of friendly. Is there any reason for this?

[@rememoryswithkazisefat9464]

I love all the point 😍 from Bangladesh

[@pinoyRN67]

Is Kazakhstan safe for foreigners, Americans to travel?

[@Issachar-northern-kingdom]

A lot of Filipinos look kazakh.. I'm sure you'll get along just fine

[@БейбарысЖаңабайұлы-и1ч]

Казахи не любят когда иностранцы встречаются с казашками, сколько бы подстилки не опревергали это. Также некоторые русскоязычные не любят лгбт.

[@tanurao7612]

Make video on gym in almaty and fees

[@citrinehills7131]

sounds like quite a superficial society. nice that everything is cheap where beauty salon services are concerned.

[@amphonesaythongdeth8406]

Can you do a video what not to say to a kazakh women? And also do another video what to say to a kazakh women.

[@daryushzorvan769]

I don’t see how having conscience about your Beaty as a draw back. Because then you take more care of your self and your health.

[@vasydeniss2576]

..hhhaaa.first time a see yu..yu funny..i m laughing a lot.🤣🤣🤣

[@febryanwahyuprafitra3716]

Number 8, it's so indonesia 😂🇰🇿🇰🇿🇮🇩🇮🇩

[@rocknroll5077]

👍👍

[@edwardtheking2983]

As a hitorian I must say you don't know anything about your own history.Stop misleading people telling lies about the background of the nation.Who built ancient cities in the territory of ancient Qazaqstan? Saraishyk, Taraz , Otrar,Almaty more than 100.They were not only nomads as you say.Have you ever read hitory ? Been to museums? Start visiting museums improve your self education.On your videos you keep saying we were nomads, or from Soviet time.Are able to understand how silly you look.Even you can't analyze neither past nor present of your country.If you want to give information.do it correctly.

[@daniyarranbayev9690]

That’s what I wanted to say ! Thanks ! Stop misleading people with this BS! You think i

[@sava-k-mus]

Its a good thing she has such a great "hitorian" like you to set her straight

[@sava-k-mus]

don't worry, "King Edward" I'm sure she didn't mean to directly insult your ego by saying SOME people in Kazakhstan used to be nomads. Sheesh kids take things so personal these days 🤷‍♂️

[@edwardtheking2983]

@@sava-k-mus A letter left out by mistake made you so miserable poor thing.Don't worry about my job. You' d rather mind your own business. You' ve read and understood what I meant. She can sell herself as she likes but not her nation for those like you who believe what they want to believe. Don't be internet vulture picking up forgotten words and left out letters.

[@Skyia_heree21]

My country is Kazakhstan

[@30803080308030803081]

Almost all of what you described is exactly the same as China. The biggest difference: China has many fresh vegetables.

[@stephane17pfc]

Did she say that one of the greatest pains was having to wash the salad before eating? 😂

[@NatalieVasilyev]

Problems people have from first-world countries.

[@Metarig]

they are pretty much like Persians except veggies

[@iNeedHelp-ir]

it's around 8 months that I live in Kazakhstan and I believe that kazakhs don't show off. why you are saying that?

[@БейбарысЖаңабайұлы-и1ч]

она русскоязычная, можно сказать она анти казах, а не казах.

[@hunterphung3638]

Most Asia are like that.

[@dracula1980]

Gucci wearers in USA imply you're from the ghetto.

[@arminiuszmazowszanin2670]

Americans ask you "how are you doing?" but they don't really give a shit. They just say it from habit.

[@DaFascist]

As a kazakh-azeri Living in west of nursultan isn't hard But one thing i complain about is lower wages If we have lower wages Then blame the russians for killing our population during the famines and withdrawing many of the resources

[@willileo2373]

Showing off is inferior complex! It’s available in many countries or cities which used to be rural then got rich immediately

[@davidwhite4149]

That background music does not enhance your information and you need better presentation to make your points. It was like watching a 15:56 run on sentence.

[@gutzi2746]

14:00 There we go 777 Numberplate

[@raddkahnengels]

14:45: "I've never seen that in the US"-- so you've never been to New Orleans? LOL

[@shuakeyuri_]

The "laziness" part is very weird?? Kazakh people work as much as other countries

[@Metarig]

then why Armenians are friendly they are more related to Russian

[@Sketchy-wd1iq]

She said MAYBE Kazakh people influenced by Russian

[@jayandrews4771]

Can you use WhatsApp in Kazakhstan?

[@onemoon0411]

Of course, Whatsapp is very common in Kazakhstan. Almost everyone use it

[@karmagamechanger5517]

You forgot to say how shitty they treat the dogs. They leave the dogs outside at all times in the freezing weather. The hit a dog with the car while I was there and kept going. I stayed with the dog for 1/2 hour until it died. I was in tears. All the street dogs are so skinny. There is no one helping them or caring for them. I use to feed all the dogs I saw and they looked at me like I am a weirdo. I will never go back just because how they treat the dogs. I also don't agree how when you get married you are a slave to the marriage and have to take care of parents or grandparents etc. Can't drink anymore can't go out. Not for me. Thank you.

[@samalaimukhametova7290]

Есть Турция, например турки животным хорошо относятся.У тюркских народов нормально заботится о родителях,не вижу в этом ничего плохого.

[@nonsequitur9332]

"i might look like a bitch..." LOL

[@OklahomaDsDad]

toilet paper was the worst.

[@AIDAHAR210]

No 2 is kinda like S Korea

[@andrewdang955]

Similar to Vietnamese culture

[@methanial73]

You're a pretty lady. 😍

[@Endoplazmik-retikulum]

do you have boyfriend?

[@merciclare]

I was in Almaty,Aktau,I'm sorry to say that more products are Eeexpired.not friendly, they look at you from head to toes, I experienced it there just few I had seen,are ok, ...terrible Toilet,we where in astana hotel in astana also,4 star Hotel,no drainage in toilit,also in Aktau 5year home was build,also Almaty toilit no Drainage I don't know why.people used to clean it by Hand,,,Idk.y,.But mosthly they are Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@aanso1000]

love your videos from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@jonbeams9786]

Dont eat kale, or to many salads. Do eat lettuce.

[@foster5676]

Is all asians on earth are so fashionable

[@drhamzamasoom8750]

we are an education company in china , now we thinking to open our branch office in kazakhstan specially in Almaty city. Anyone here can help me if he knows about any trustworthy company to setup company there . thanks in advance

[@ernst624]

#8....hahaha......Uzbeks too🤣🤣

[@xf730]

man.... these kids in the comment section... 🤣🤣🤣

[@muhammadrehman6395]

Pakistanis almost exactly the same except that they have no oil and are very poor generally.

[@zampieritto]

Kazakh women very pretty just like you

[@Anthropic312]

I think Im in love with you lol

[@pinoyRN67]

Why do you like asian but speaks American?

[@peace1033]

What’s there to like about Kazakhstan? The place is a hellhole with backwards culture and I get super annoyed when this is shown as some exotic place to be respected. Just yikes and end to the conversation.

[@ainashsuleimen8121]

Easily invade your private space! Perfect! U r right! It's awful 😭

[@AIDAHAR210]

My dad is a Qazaq and I can confirm. My mother who is Spanish acts the opposite lol

[@Cariciasification]

I hate fkn politicians.