The study of natural dimension stones used during the construction of Nazarbayev
University is carried out to prepare an excursion guide for interested audiences, particularly for
students and professors of the Geology Department, NU. This study primarily focuses on the
textural and mineralogical characteristics of different rocks. The mineralogical and textural
findings are linked to their origin and subsequent evolution and/or modification of these rocks.
This excursion guide consists of 10 points including igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary
rocks with diverse compositions, textures, and origins. Sandstone, Diorite, Quartzite, Migmatite,
Serpentinite, Labradorite, K-feldspar granite, Limestone, and Tonalite used as dimension stones
in various parts of NU buildings represent these spots. Finally, the findings are interpreted based
on evidence that the particular rock shows; from literature peer-review and interviews with
experts who built Nazarbayev University. An attempt has been made to identify the deposits
from which the stones were mined.