Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan, known for its striking modern skyline and rapid transformation over the past few decades. The name has changed several times in the last 70 years, reflecting political shifts, but since 2022 the city's name has remained Astana again after briefly being Nur-Sultan and then returning to Astana in 2022.

If you’re asking about the word “stolicą” (Polish for “capital, in the instrumental case”), I can confirm that Astana is widely described as the capital of Kazakhstan in Polish sources as well, with references noting its role as the political and administrative center since the capital was moved there in 1997.

Additional quick context on Astana:

• Location and status: Northern-central Kazakhstan, situated along the Ishim River, and home to numerous government buildings, cultural centers, and futuristic architecture.

• Name history: The capital’s name has shifted several times in recent history due to political changes, including Akmolа/Astana, and Nur-Sultan, before reverting to Astana in 2022.

• Notable features: The city is celebrated for its bold, architecture-forward planning and rapid development, often highlighted in travel and geography sources as a symbol of Kazakhstan’s modernization.

If you’d like, I can tailor this to a specific angle (history, travel highlights, how it got its name, or contemporary culture) and pull more precise details from current sources.