Astana , General info:
5/10

Formerly Tselinograd, later Akmola. Nowadays it is called Astana. Previously Astana was the oblast's center (administrative unit in Kazakhstan). Now it is a capital since 1997. The capital was transferred from Almaty. Since that time Astana is growing fast. It is situated on both sides of Esil river. The right bank is called old town, whilst the left bank is a new administrative center of the new capital.

Astana , Cheap stuff:
5/10

Astana is one the most expenssive cities in Kazakhstan along with Almaty (financial and cultural center), Atyrau (oil and gas capital) and Aktau (sea port on Caspian). Cheap stuff can be found in bazaars and large markets like "Eurasia", "Arman" and etc.

Astana , Food:
4/10

Eating is a problem in Astana though there are lots of cafes and restaurants. Unfortunately, most of them can not be considered to be cheap or good. Usually, food is expenssive and fairly good. A usual lunch for a person might cost starting from 1500 tenge (13 USD). And it is not a good lunch at all.

Astana , Hotels:
5/10

There are many hotels and lots are being built. Astana can boast Intercontinental hotel, Rixos President hotel and a few more 5* hotels. There are also 2-3 hotels with 4* grading. And lots of 2* hotels. But prices usually high inspite of fair service. A single room in 2-3* hotel might cost 40-50 usd. 6* hotels cost from 200 Usd.

Astana , Safety:
5/10

It is quite safe to walk in the downtown in midnight. Though it is highly not advised to walk somewhere in the suburbs. There lots of police cams and police booths all over the city.

Buffalo , General info:
8/10

Buffalo is an American city situated in western New York.It is between eastern end Lake Erie and the southern head of the Niagara River.It is second-largest city after New York City. The city has a legacy of great architecture and plentiful green space; fine museums, art galleries, and cultural institutions; exciting night life, theater, music, and sports; and a surprisingly diverse array of restaurants to suit every taste and budget -- not to mention a low cost of living that is the envy of many larger cities..Buffalo is the cultural and economic center of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area.Buffalo is served by the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, located in Cheektowaga.

Buffalo , Cheap stuff:
9/10

The loss of traditional jobs in manufacturing, rapid suburbanization and high costs of labor have led to economic decline, making Buffalo one of the poorest amongst U.S. cities. Buffalo's median household income is third-lowest among large cities. And because of that it is the very cheap city.

Buffalo , Different stuff:
8/10

Buffalo Zoo - Third oldest zoo in the United States, established in 1875

Buffalo , Don't miss:
9/10

Niagara Falls, Artpark, Cave of the winds, Buffalo city hall, Buffalo zoo

Buffalo , Food:
9/10

These include Italian, Jewish, German, Polish, African American, Greek and American influences.Beef on Weck, Wardynski's kielbasa, Sahlen's hot dogs, sponge candy, pierogi, and haddock fish fries are among the local favorites.Local or regional chains with a significant presence in the Buffalo area include Ted's Hot Dogs, Anderson's Frozen Custard, Duff's Wings, John & Mary's, Jim's SteakOut, Just Pizza, SPoT Coffee, Tim Horton's, Mighty Taco, Raymondo's and Bocce's Pizza.

Buffalo , Hotels:
10/10

Hotel Indigo

Full service hotels like the Hyatt Regency

Marriott-Buffalo Niagara

Buffalo , Safety:
10/10

Buffalo is very safe city. According to newest informatons the rate of criminal is in decrease from year to year.