Tokayev inspects Astana's Millennium Alley and GreenLine park upgrades

September 19, 2026 at 05:10 PM2 min

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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev inspected the Millennium Alley and the second phase of the GreenLine linear park in Astana on September 20, 2026. The projects are part of a citywide program to upgrade 173 public spaces this year. Tokayev also planted trees in the Presidential Park during the nationwide environmental campaign 'Taza Kazakhstan'.

Key Facts

The second phase of GreenLine extends from Omarova Street to Tole bi Street, adding pedestrian routes, recreation zones, sports infrastructure, and extensive landscaping.
The Millennium Alley project is planned as a linear park over four kilometers long, with sections gradually connected to form a continuous pedestrian axis.
Astana plans to upgrade 173 public spaces in 2026, including parks, squares, boulevards, courtyards, embankments, and pedestrian areas.
About 500 public and courtyard spaces have been improved in Astana in recent years, according to city authorities.
The first phase of GreenLine, covering 3.8 hectares in the Nura district, was completed earlier with pedestrian and bicycle paths, architectural elements, and artificial ponds.

GreenLine Expansion

The second phase of the GreenLine linear park is being developed on the section from Omarova Street to Tole bi Street. The project includes walking routes, recreation areas, sports infrastructure, and large-scale landscaping. The first phase of GreenLine, covering 3.8 hectares in the Nura district, was completed earlier with pedestrian and bicycle paths, architectural elements, and artificial ponds. The project is designed as an extended public space that allows residents to move between neighborhoods on foot or by bicycle.

Millennium Alley Development

The Millennium Alley project is planned as a linear park over four kilometers long. Work began near the Kalibek Kuanyshbaev Kazakh National Music and Drama Theater and the Nurly Zhol railway station area. The landscape master plan for Millennium Alley covers 942 hectares in the southern part of Astana. The plan aims to connect residential areas, schools, social facilities, the railway station, and other urban spaces with pedestrian and bicycle routes.

Citywide Improvement Program

In 2026, Astana plans to upgrade 173 public spaces, including parks, squares, boulevards, courtyards, embankments, and pedestrian areas. About 500 public and courtyard spaces have been improved in the city in recent years. City authorities emphasize greening, barrier-free environments, and the development of car-free routes. Astana also plans to create a continuous green route along the Yesil River, linking parks, walking zones, and sports grounds.