Aktau overview
Aktau (also spelled Aqtau) is the capital city of Mangystau oblast. Aktau is situated in southwestern Kazakhstan, to the east of Caspian sea.
Aktau presents a unique case in the history of town planning. A maximum of comfort has been provided for its residents despite the harsh climatic conditions. The residential area of Aktau city is separated from the industrial zone by a shelterbelt. Aktau city was built along the coastline.