Green Bazar

The Green Bazar (Kazakh: Көк базар, romanized: Kök bazar; Russian: Зелёный базар, romanized: Zelyony bazar) is a public market in Almaty, Kazakhstan (on the crossroad between Zenkov and Jibek Joly streets). Since its inauguration in 1875, the market has been an important trading point in Almaty. The market currently sells spices, prepared foods, produce, textile, furniture, and a wide variety of different objects, including antiques.

The area originally served as a guest yard for traveling merchants and caravans. In 1887, Almaty suffered a major earthquake, which destroyed most of the area (including the market). In 1927, the bazaar was reconstructed and received the name Central Farm Market. However, it eventually became known as the Kök Bazaar. The market is currently a major tourist attraction in Almaty.

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