Hello! My name is Maulen, I am from Kazakhstan. I run a book business, and I truly enjoy traveling the world and meeting new people. I am passionate about local culture and history, and I love making my time meaningful. I am open, respectful, and trustworthy.

Instagram: @maulenaqazaq

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to meet new people, experience the lifestyle of different countries firsthand, and feel the rhythm of local life. For me, this is the most exciting part of traveling!

Interests

1. Traveling
2. Reading books
3. Meeting new people
4. Learning languages
5. Culture & History
6. Writing / Blogging
7. Fitness / Hiking
8. Deep talks over tea/coffee
9. Photography / Videography
10. Volunteering / Helping others

• movies
• reading
• traveling
• talking

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: Classical and historical works.
Movies: Peaceful Warrior, 3 Idiots, Seven Pounds, Life of Pi, Kingdom of Heaven, The Shawshank Redemption, The Matrix, Avatar, My Name Is Khan, Omar Mukhtar.
Music: Turkish/Arabic nasheeds, sometimes lyrical tracks.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My favorite activity is reading, and my hobby is making money. I am building a free lifestyle the way I want.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share insights about Kazakh and Turkish culture, entrepreneurship, the book business, and language learning methods.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook Kazakh dishes, share tea and conversations, and exchange useful ideas. I might also bring a small book as a gift.

Countries I’ve Visited

Azerbaijan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Kazakhstan, Turkey