Constructing A fantasy In Almaty

Plain, old construction fences in Almaty have sprouted fantastical scenes of verdant nature, epic landscapes, thick forests, anything to disguise the hum drum, dusty, dirty building projects that lie within. One is transported, maybe for a few seconds.

Typical construction project wrapping. While not fooling anybody, at least better than old style "Post No Bills" signage.

Mountain peaks and lush meadows. The pixelation of the people is drifting into the movie, Blow-Up, territory.

Real foreground, fake background. Not quite a seamless segue.

Kazakhstan highlights. Bursting blooms somewhere and endless wheat.

Quick hits. Real green again in the foreground, a sort of View-Master run through of breath-taking Kazakh scenery running along the background.

Details Of Almaty

Another town, another set of interesting things to record. At least to us. Maybe you also?

Some sort of "solarium" on the top floor of the Academy of Sciences building. Kind of a jungle vibe. It gets cold in the winter in Almaty. You do what you can to bring the tropics to you when you need them.

Floating things in a kiddie pool. Apparently, a fun game. Inflatable restaurant sign. Uninviting.

Back at the Academy of Sciences, the grand staircase to the Important Bust.

Unrelated images in the stairwell of the Military museum. Blue basement corridor at the Green Market.

Drained pool.

Formal wear dreams at a stall in the central market. Sneaking sculpture in late afternoon light.

Asleep amusement park ride. Waiting for opening, once dark arrives.