9 things I DON'T like about living in Kazakhstan

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Күн бұрын

Hi guys,
Although I love Kazakhstan dearly, in this video I wanted to share with you top 9 things I DON'T like about living in Kazakhstan.
Hope you enjoy and learn something new! :)
Here's the entire list:
1. My personal pain - finding fresh salads, avocados is more challenging and there's less selection, you have to wash most of it.
I haven't seen kale in stores or bazaars here.
2. People seem mean at first, I myself am guilty of that and have a problem of resting bitch face, it's not common to have a small talk here.
At the same time strangers can comment on your look or your behaviour and point out to something, judge you.
3. BEAUTY is OVERRATED. Women sometimes go too far with beauty.
4. PEOPLE STARE AT YOU.
5. LAZINESS.
6.Super-heavy classic guest-room furniture.
7. PUBLIC TOILETS. Cannot stress this one enough.
8. SHOWING OFF. First impression matters a lot in Kazakhstan.
People judge you by appearance.
9. People drive really crazy,
Taxis stop right on the street blocking the lane from driving.
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@dedeborya9015 3 ай бұрын

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*

@user-qz3xw8fu4r 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@zhambylserik7551 3 жыл бұрын

You didn't mention things about corruption.

@AIDAHAR210 3 жыл бұрын

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

@saturn_in_blue 3 жыл бұрын

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

@wildbill9919 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Eric3Frog 2 жыл бұрын

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

@fifi3649 3 жыл бұрын

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 3 жыл бұрын

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

@vaderetro264 3 жыл бұрын

@@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 3 жыл бұрын

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

@maxh7637 3 жыл бұрын

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

@tahaplh1 2 жыл бұрын

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 😂

@sgandem 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos, thanks for being very honest and forthcoming!

@allenk6373 3 жыл бұрын

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

@knockeledup 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@DivineThroughDivination 8 ай бұрын

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

@themore-you-know 3 жыл бұрын

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.)

@garysharp4606 2 жыл бұрын

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

@normpeplow3813 Жыл бұрын

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.

@KKKKKkk1k1 2 жыл бұрын

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. 😊

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

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

@santeripaattimaki1632 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@petraroos3413 Ай бұрын

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.

@Eric3Frog 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Qazaq sózi erkindik degen maǵynany bildiredi

@zh7205 Жыл бұрын

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

@30803080308030803081 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@adrianaferreira8841 3 жыл бұрын

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

@nonsense.v 3 жыл бұрын

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

@estera4176 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@fikifire 3 жыл бұрын

nice point of view

@mariecarfon6288 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@JHUD152 3 жыл бұрын

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

@rustykz7708 3 жыл бұрын

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 3 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@AnhPham-en5yb 3 жыл бұрын

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

@dutchymon Жыл бұрын

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

@user-yf4gv5wn5c 12 күн бұрын

Есть

@dinacampbell3319 3 жыл бұрын

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 3 жыл бұрын

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

@explorewithahsann Жыл бұрын

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 8 ай бұрын

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

@salmathecopt7969 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting video. Good account.

@balkh_555leo4 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@Metarig 3 жыл бұрын

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

@ernst624 Жыл бұрын

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

@rag7027 3 жыл бұрын

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

@suebanyai270 2 жыл бұрын

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

@omarcastro8381 3 жыл бұрын

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

@rustykz7708 3 жыл бұрын

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

@Daniyalkan 3 жыл бұрын

Number 6 is quite funny and random haha

@tanurao7612 2 жыл бұрын

Make video on gym in almaty and fees

@arinoecraft3424 3 жыл бұрын

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

@user-xx3zg1hz5t 10 күн бұрын

Son Pascal - he is singer

@rememoryswithkazisefat9464 Жыл бұрын

I love all the point 😍 from Bangladesh

@TaborKelly Жыл бұрын

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

@dennisstamates451 3 жыл бұрын

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

@AIDAHAR210 3 жыл бұрын

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

@rocknroll5077 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍

@samjobar12345 3 жыл бұрын

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

@zhan2358 2 жыл бұрын

Just not say about Borat, really.

@gracetoloce 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@joseantonioanlehulara7413 Жыл бұрын

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

@juventusbehindthescenes8256 3 жыл бұрын

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

@Eric3Frog 2 жыл бұрын

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

@juventusbehindthescenes8256 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

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

@omarcastro8381 3 жыл бұрын

because my girlfriend is from kazakhstan . thank you

@pinoyRN67 Жыл бұрын

Is Kazakhstan safe for foreigners, Americans to travel?

@Issachar-northern-kingdom 3 ай бұрын

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

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

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

@vasydeniss2576 2 жыл бұрын

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

@amphonesaythongdeth8406 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@30803080308030803081 2 жыл бұрын

#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 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@citrinehills7131 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Skyia_heree21 Жыл бұрын

My country is Kazakhstan

@Metarig 3 жыл бұрын

they are pretty much like Persians except veggies

@hunterphung3638 Жыл бұрын

Most Asia are like that.

@febryanwahyuprafitra3716 3 жыл бұрын

Number 8, it's so indonesia 😂🇰🇿🇰🇿🇮🇩🇮🇩

@daryushzorvan769 Жыл бұрын

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.

@stephane17pfc 3 ай бұрын

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

@30803080308030803081 2 жыл бұрын

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

@gutzi2746 2 жыл бұрын

14:00 There we go 777 Numberplate

@drhamzamasoom8750 3 жыл бұрын

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

@davidwhite4149 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@jayandrews4771 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use WhatsApp in Kazakhstan?

@onemoon0411 2 жыл бұрын

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

@willileo2373 Жыл бұрын

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

@joaoantunes5559 3 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@willfungusman8666 2 жыл бұрын

Um no

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

@stayingfitandfocused 19 күн бұрын

Facts

@Metarig 3 жыл бұрын

then why Armenians are friendly they are more related to Russian

@Sketchy-wd1iq 3 жыл бұрын

She said MAYBE Kazakh people influenced by Russian

@methanial73 2 ай бұрын

You're a pretty lady. 😍

@standardview4654 3 жыл бұрын

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

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

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

@andrewdang955 2 жыл бұрын

Similar to Vietnamese culture

@dracula1980 3 жыл бұрын

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

@nonsequitur9332 3 жыл бұрын

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

@shuakeyuri_ 2 жыл бұрын

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

@raddkahnengels 3 жыл бұрын

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

@merciclare 3 жыл бұрын

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 ❤️❤️❤️

@Anthropic312 Жыл бұрын

I think Im in love with you lol

@aanso1000 3 жыл бұрын

love your videos from Pakistan 🇵🇰

@ernst624 Жыл бұрын

#8....hahaha......Uzbeks too🤣🤣

@CumanWarrior 9 күн бұрын

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

@Endoplazmik-retikulum 3 жыл бұрын

do you have boyfriend?

@AIDAHAR210 3 жыл бұрын

No 2 is kinda like S Korea

@OklahomaDsDad Жыл бұрын

toilet paper was the worst.

@karmagamechanger5517 3 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@edwardtheking2983 3 жыл бұрын

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 3 жыл бұрын

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

@redbones6046 3 жыл бұрын

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

@redbones6046 3 жыл бұрын

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 3 жыл бұрын

@@redbones6046 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.

@zampieritto 3 жыл бұрын

Kazakh women very pretty just like you

@xf730 Жыл бұрын

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

@jonbeams9786 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ainashsuleimen8121 3 жыл бұрын

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

@AIDAHAR210 3 жыл бұрын

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

@muhammadrehman6395 Жыл бұрын

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

@Cariciasification 3 жыл бұрын

I hate fkn politicians.

@Bookerdevin101 3 жыл бұрын

Pardon my ignorance but are Kazakhs a mix of Russian and Chinese?

@mikehunt6946 3 жыл бұрын

i believe they are turkic people, aka eurasians. historically turkics stem from nomadic steppe peoples of central asia. Turkics are in their own separate group of race.

@erikbalma4253 3 жыл бұрын

Kazakhs are an ancient people of Turkic origin, the language of the Turkic Kipchak dialect. They were part of the state of Genghis Khan and ruled the Russian state for 300 years. In ancient times, our ancestors invaded China, in which China was forced to build a Chinese wall from our raids. We are a transitional race from the Mongoloid to the Europoid, this is called the Turanian race .

@user-uw8wh3hb9f 2 ай бұрын

Во мне нет ни капли крови мирных фермеров, я на сто процентов потомок воинов-кочевников.

@foster5676 3 жыл бұрын

Is all asians on earth are so fashionable

@pinoyRN67 Жыл бұрын

Why do you like asian but speaks American?

@nonsequitur9332 3 жыл бұрын

are Kazakhs racist to asian/chinese looking people?

@aruzhanadilbek8542 3 жыл бұрын

ahahaha we are asians by ourselves

@nonsequitur9332 3 жыл бұрын

@@youneverknow824 actually that wasnt my question because i've never quite perceived kazakhs as 'asian' until the reminder from someone here....but if i had to answer you, yes, asians are racist to each other. pretty obvious

@takami666YT 3 жыл бұрын

@@nonsequitur9332 we have more than 130+ nationalities in kazakhstan, so we’re not racist at all. Most ppl could be homophobic tho

@nonsequitur9332 3 жыл бұрын

@@takami666YT oops

@KharismaGilang 3 жыл бұрын

@@timb6015 you say kazakh is not racist? but why are you trying to stereotypes other asians? aren't humans the same? no matter which country you live there are always bad people and good people and I'm talking facts

@Sharkyummer23 3 жыл бұрын

Do a video how to date a Kazakhstan women.

@Tralala691 2 жыл бұрын

Putin just invaded your country. Haha

@illiteratesteppechieftain Жыл бұрын

lol concerning the laziness point related to nomadism... to be fair, I don't really like hard work either, and I've always been fascinated by the Steppe and like these sources of food (meat/dairy) compared to grown stuff. I should've been an Ancient Kazakh, that's the way to live!