Nurlan

Nurlan is a resident of Astana who gained attention on social media for his daring morning swims in the cold waters of the Esil River, even during the autumn and winter months. He is a member of a winter swimming club, often swimming around 8 AM and expressing his long-standing familiarity with the river's conditions. Despite criticism regarding the water quality, Nurlan maintains that he has been swimming in the Esil since childhood and believes the water is safe, adhering to hygiene practices post-swim.