Kyrgyzstan is a state in Central Asia. The capital is Bishkek, the major cities are Osh, Karakol, Naryn. This is a country with an oriental flavor, nomad yurts, noisy bazaars, archaeological monuments from the times of the Great Silk Road.
Nature is one of the main treasures of the country. Kyrgyzstan surprises with its mountain rivers with waterfalls, unique mountain lakes and hot springs. Only here you can see the world's only fruit and nut relict forests. Almost the entire territory of the country is occupied by mountains, the most outstanding peaks of the Tien Shan and Pamirs are located here. Climbing and trekking routes of varying difficulty are popular with tourists. In winter, ski resorts are active.
The cuisine is rich in meat and dairy dishes, among which kumis is in a special place. Tea drinking is a traditional ceremony and is accompanied by local sweets and dried fruits. Handicrafts will be excellent souvenirs: felt garments and carpets, jewelry and wood carvings.
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What to see in Kyrgyzstan?
The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a short description.
Issyk-Kul lake
A very large and deep lake, the largest in the country. The maritime climate and comfortable beaches have made Issyk-Kul a popular tourist destination. The infrastructure on the coast is very well developed and offers various opportunities for recreation. The fauna of the reservoir is diverse, represented by many species of fish. The water is mineralized and has healing properties.
Tien Shan mountains
A large mountain system, part of it is located on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. On the border with China, there is the most outstanding peak - Pobeda, its height is more than 7000 meters. The landscape is represented by deserts, glaciers, mountain rivers and lakes.
Altyn Arashan gorge
Nature reserve in the mountains. Forests untouched by man, mountain rivers with waterfalls, glacial lake - the gorge is very beautiful at any time of the year. It contains many hot healing springs. Mineralized water, radon, hydrogen sulphide - in one area the springs are all different. Thermal baths are available all year round.
Sulayman-Too sacred mountain
The mountain in the south of Kyrgyzstan is the country's first UNESCO monument. The appearance of Suleiman-Too is unusual - it is an elongated five-domed massif of limestone rocks, more than a kilometer long. On the mountain and its elephants, there are several historical sites and buildings dating back to different eras. There is also a museum of its history.
Arslanbob
In the mountains there is a village of the same name, a resort, a natural boundary, waterfalls and a unique relict walnut forest. This is one of the most beautiful resorts in the south of the country. The area is picturesque and unique in its own way. Tourists at the resort are offered both walking routes and excursion trips by off-road vehicles.
Ala Archa gorge
Natural park in the river valley. It is located near Bishkek and is its main attraction. All climatic zones of Kyrgyzstan can be found in the gorge. Vegetation and fauna are very diverse, with many rare representatives. Popular destination for hiking and mountaineering.
Jety Oguz gorge
Picturesque gorge on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul. The long wooded valley is famous for its thermal springs (Jety Oguz resort) and picturesque red rocks. The Seven Bulls Ridge and the Broken Heart Rock attract many tourists.
Burana tower
An archaeological and architectural complex, including an ancient minaret - the only surviving structure of the ancient settlement. The height of the tower was about 40 meters, now only half of it has survived. The building consists of several levels, all made of red bricks. Nearby there is a collection of stone tombstones and statues.
Caravanserai Tash-Rabat
A building built in the 15th century on the site of an even more ancient monastery. Located in a secluded valley among the mountains, near the border with China. A monument of medieval architecture. Later it was used as a caravanserai for merchants following the Great Silk Road.
Mausoleum of Gumbez Manas
The most ancient monument of the republic, a unique architectural structure of the XIV century. The building is the tomb of one of the daughters of the local ruler, Amir Abuk. The mausoleum is made of bricks and terracotta, decorated with carvings and inscriptions.
Petroglyphs of Saymaly-Tash
In the Saimaly-Tash tract, in the depths of the Fergana ridge, there is an ancient sanctuary of fire worshipers. Many stones are decorated with ancient petroglyph drawings, their age is determined at several thousand years. In total, there are about 20 thousand stones with images in the valley.
Inylchek glacier
One of the Tien Shan glaciers, the largest of all. Its shape resembles a tree, the crown of which is formed by about 70 other, large and small, glaciers. Inylchek's area is about 500 km², and the length of the "tongue" is almost 50 kilometers.
Son-Kul Lake (Sonkol)
A large alpine lake located between the Tien Shan ridges. A popular ecological tourism destination. Part of the coast of the reservoir is part of the state reserve. There are many fish in the lake, and various birds nest on the shore.
Lake Sary-Chelek
A deep and extended freshwater lake, the second largest in Kyrgyzstan. Located high in the mountains, on the territory of a biosphere reserve. Formed about 10 thousand years ago. The banks are wooded, very picturesque. Popular route for ecological tourism.
Bazaar in Osh
A real oriental bazaar with many goods and sellers, not only local, but also from neighboring countries. There is more choice here than anywhere else in Central Asia. The market is the same age as the Great Silk Road, which ran in this place earlier. The bazaar is more than 2000 years old and has not changed its place during this time. Very large, almost a kilometer long. Works daily, seven days a week.
