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Turgen RiverTurgensai Visitor Ctr, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8946Larry L. Jackson
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Slow Shutter Turgen RiverTurgensai Visitor Ctr, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8947Larry L. Jackson
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Electric BikeTurgensai Visitor Ctr, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8961Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverTurgensai Visitor Ctr, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8962Larry L. Jackson
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RoadThe road to the Assy Plateau was a bit rough.Turgen Gorge, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8963Larry L. Jackson
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ScreeTurgen Gorge, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8971Larry L. Jackson
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Assy PlateauThe lower part after leaving the Turgen Gorge.Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8972Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8978Larry L. Jackson
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Touring BicyclistsThe plateau is about 10,000 feet elevation making the ride a challenge that this couple seemed to manage well.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8979Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverThe yurt is used by nomads who bring livestock to the plateau to graze through the summer.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8984Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverThe river drops through the gap at the beginning of the gorge.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#8985Larry L. Jackson
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Plumeless ThistleCarduus acanthoides acanthoidesAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9002Larry L. Jackson
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Nomad CampAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9004Larry L. Jackson
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DogNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9010Larry L. Jackson
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ShoeingNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9014Larry L. Jackson
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ShoeingNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9021Larry L. Jackson
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ShoeingNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9034Larry L. Jackson
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Kazakh Whiteheaded CattleBos primigeniusNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9025Larry L. Jackson
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CorralNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9028Larry L. Jackson
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YurtNomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9030Larry L. Jackson
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HorseRaincoat keeping the saddle dry and the horse a bit warmer.Nomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9031Larry L. Jackson
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ArturArtur was our guide for Kazakhstan. Very good, friendly, great English language skills and a nice guy.Nomad Camp, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau NP, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9037Larry L. Jackson
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Long-legged BuzzardButeo rufinusAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9042Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryATTENTION!
TERRITORY OF THE ASSY-TURGEN OBSERVATORY
PASSAGE AND TRAVEL
STRICTLY FORBIDDEN!Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9051Larry L. Jackson -
Assy-Turgen ObservatoryThere did not appear to be anyone at the facility.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9055Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryThe dome of 1 meter Carl Zeiss telescope.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9059Larry L. Jackson
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DebbieIt was cold, foggy and windy.Assy-Turgen Observatory, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9063Larry L. Jackson
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FogAssy-Turgen Observatory, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9066Larry L. Jackson
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ArturSetting up for our packed lunch.Assy-Turgen Observatory, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9068Larry L. Jackson
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AlabaiThis shepherd dog arrived from nowhere, maybe hoping for some food.Assy-Turgen Observatory, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9070Larry L. Jackson
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LunchAssy-Turgen Observatory, Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9071Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryI think this is Nazarbayev University Transient Telescope, CDK-700.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9072Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryI was never sure that I could get a clear photo due to the heavy fog.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9073Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryI think this is the 1.5 meter, AZT-20 telescope.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9081Larry L. Jackson
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Grazing LinesYears of grazing have shaped the hillside.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9087Larry L. Jackson
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Grazing Lines & RoadAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9089Larry L. Jackson
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SheepAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9091Larry L. Jackson
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CorralWith a cloud rolling in.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9099Larry L. Jackson
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TracksThis looks like the type of terrain where tracks will take years to recover.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9101Larry L. Jackson
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Assy PlateauNomad camp in the distance.Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9104Larry L. Jackson
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Nomad CampAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9107Larry L. Jackson
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Assy PlateauIle Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9109Larry L. Jackson
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Kazakh Whiteheaded CattleBos primigeniusAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9112Larry L. Jackson
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Kazakh Whiteheaded CattleBos primigeniusAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9113Larry L. Jackson
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Assy PlateauIle Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9123Larry L. Jackson
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Nomad CampAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9126Larry L. Jackson
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HorsesAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9128Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9131Larry L. Jackson
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Rock RingAn unusual formation.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9133Larry L. Jackson
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Assy-Turgen ObservatoryThere is a lot of equipment up there.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9134Larry L. Jackson
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RoadAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9137Larry L. Jackson
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Nomad CampThe camps have a lot of dogs to guard grazing animals from Eurasian Wolves.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9145Larry L. Jackson
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Nomad CampAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9148Larry L. Jackson
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NomadsAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9163Larry L. Jackson
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NomadOur guides asked the nomads to run their horses toward camp for our photography.Assy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9174Larry L. Jackson
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NomadsAssy Plateau, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9199Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Turgen GorgeIle Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9209Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen GorgeIle Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9214Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen GorgeIle Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9215Larry L. Jackson
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Turgen RiverTurgen Gorge, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9219Larry L. Jackson
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Rough RoadTurgen Gorge, Ile Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan, September 16, 20252025-09-16#9228Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Power PlantThe main power plant for Almaty.Almaty, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9232Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, ApartmentsThere is a lot of new construction.Almaty, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9234Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, ApartmentsAlmaty, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9235Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, ApartmentsAlmaty, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9237Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, ApartmentsAlmaty, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9239Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, CasinoThough much smaller, Konaev is referred to as the Kazakhstan version of Las Vegas.Konaev, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9240Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, CasinoKonaev, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9241Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, CasinoKonaev, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9242Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Soviet Era MilitaryKonaev, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9243Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Mosquenear Konaev, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9245Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Kapshagay ReservoirOne of the largest artificial lakes in Kazakhstan.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9248Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, TrainThe locomotive is a TE33A, a version of the General Electric
TE33A, built under license by Lokomotiv Kurastyru Zauyty.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9254Larry L. Jackson -
Driving Photo, Onions & PotatoesHarvest season.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9256Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Onions & PotatoesAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9260Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Onions & PotatoesAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9263Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Onions & PotatoesAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9265Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, HighwayVery good highway.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9268Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9271Larry L. Jackson
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HayGoing by while we were taking a bathroom break.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9275Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9281Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, PlowingAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9283Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, CattleAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9295Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeExtensive wind breaks of trees across the plain.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9299Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, RanchBest guess that this is a ranch or a small community with a mosque.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9301Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9303Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeHeading across a mountain range.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9304Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Mountain PassOver the top and heading down.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9305Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, Mountain Pass Runaway RampThe approach to the ramps look a bit too curved for a truck with brake problems.Almaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9306Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, LandscapeAlmaty to Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9310Larry L. Jackson
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Driving Photo, CemeteryBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9318Larry L. Jackson
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CatAigai Kum Guesthouse, Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9329Larry L. Jackson
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Flower BedAigai Kum Guesthouse, Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9333Larry L. Jackson
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Teddy Bear SunflowerHelianthus annuusAigai Kum Guesthouse, Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9334Larry L. Jackson
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BeerSafer than water :-)Aigai Kum Guesthouse, Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#0517Larry L. Jackson
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Aigai Kum GuesthouseBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9336Larry L. Jackson
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TransformerBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9337Larry L. Jackson
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Derelict HouseI walked around after lunch.Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9338Larry L. Jackson
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DonkeysBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9341Larry L. Jackson
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Oriental Virgin's BowerClematis orientalisBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9345Larry L. Jackson
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Oriental Virgin's BowerClematis orientalisBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9346Larry L. Jackson
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GateBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9348Larry L. Jackson
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RoofMany roofs have an opening that is a curiosity.Basshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9349Larry L. Jackson
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PlowBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9350Larry L. Jackson
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MTZ-82 Belarus TractorBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9351Larry L. Jackson
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DoorBasshi, Kazakhstan, September 17, 20252025-09-17#9352Larry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9354 Door, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9355 Clay Block Wall, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9356 Gate, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9358 Nature Center, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9360 Ovis ammon - Argali, Nature Center, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9362 Mosque, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9364 Symphyotrichum oblongifolium - Aromatic Aster, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9366 Flower, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9369 Zinnia elegans - Common Zinnia, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9370 Zinnia elegans - Common Zinnia, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9372 Zinnia elegans - Common Zinnia, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9373 Rose, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9375 Rose, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9377 Rose, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9378 Rose, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9379 Rose, Aigai Kum, Basshi, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9385 Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9386 Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9389 Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9395 Calligonum sp, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9402 Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9410 Ripples, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9420 Lizard, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9422 Grass, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9427 Ripples, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9430 Ripples, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9436 Ripples, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9443 View, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9448 Clouds, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9450 Don, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson
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2025-09-17#9453 Spiny Bush, Singing Dunes, Altyn Eemel NP, KazakhstanLarry L. Jackson









































































































































