Baikonur Cosmodrome
Байқоңыр ғарыш айлағы
World's oldest and largest space launch facility, once a secret missile testing site.

📜 World's oldest and largest space launch facility, once a secret missile testing site.
🔍 Site of first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin.

Why Go

🚀 Witness manned and unmanned space mission launches.
📜 Explore history of Soviet and Russian space programs at the museum.
🌌 Experience a significant site in space exploration history.

Why Avoid

🗺️ Actual launch complex is 200 miles from Baikonur city.
✈️ Limited direct flights, requires travel to Kzyl-Orda.

Tips

🚆 Closest train stop is Tyuratam station.
💡 Consider a private tour to witness launches.
🗣️ English information at museum might be limited, guide recommended.

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