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Introducing Aqtöbe
Aqtöbe (formerly Aktyubinsk), on the main railway to Moscow about 100km from the Russian border, is a developing commercial hub that has experienced an influx of multinational oil and gas companies and an accompanying facelift.
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Near the lively market is the local museum (21 13 67; Altynsarin 14; admission 50T; 9am-1pm & 2-6pm) where Rosa, an English-speaking curator, might be available to give you a tour.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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