"Kyrgyzstan - the unexplored heaven" Top 5 Page for this destination Kyrgyzstan by babar_1

Kyrgyzstan Travel Guide: 479 reviews and 967 photos

I visited Kyrgyzstan during September 2003, and what a memorable stay it was. Kyrgyzstan is the land of majesticTien-shien mountains, lovely lakes, clean cities and -above all - friendly people.

In summer, spring and autumn, Kyrgyzstan is one of the greenest countries in the world. It is sometimes said that the capital Bishkek is the greenest capital in Asia.

Bishkek: a buoyant small capital, 800'000 inhabitants, smart street cafes, modern shops with imported Italian and Otto catalogue fashion, a mixed community of Kyrgyz, Russians, Koreans and Ukrainians strolling along the streets, a large community of expatriates, bazaars overflowing with sweet-smelling fruit and vegetables and imported Chinese and Pakistani products. Standing as it does, in front of the snow-capped Tien-Schan mountain range, Bishkek looks appealing to any foreign traveller.

Kyrgyzstan - the unexplored heaven - Kyrgyzstan

With a land area of 198'000 km2, the second-smallest Central Asian state, most of Kyrgyzstan is mountainous, and 90 percent of the landmass is more than 1000 meters above sea level.

If you come to Kyrgyzstan, you should visit a jailoo (high summer pasture) and other special places, to be alone with nature. You will enjoy the vastness of the mountains, purity of the air and water, meet interesting people and feel the depth and range of Kyrgyz hospitality.

Kyrgyz people love songs. From traditional songs to westeranized discos, one can hear all types of lovely songs in nights.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Untouched wilderness, natural beauty and friendly atmosphere.
Cons:Languae problem

Last visit to Kyrgyzstan: Sep 2003
Intro Updated Jul 7, 2004
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Reviews (21)

Mutton, every time...all the time. Restaurants (2)

Kyrgyz people are very much fond of meat. In fact we were fed up eating meat from breakfast till dinner. Anyhow shashlik... more travel advice

Donot enter the parliament house area. - Kyrgyzstan

Donot enter the parliament house area. Warnings Or Dangers (2)

Some of our friends mistakenly crossed the boundry chain (infact the chain was broken that time) when the police men... more travel advice

high mountain pastures - jailoo Things to Do (6)

Jailoos (mountain pastures) are situated high in the high mountains, at an altitude of 2500-3000 m. above sea level. You... more travel advice

Community Based Tourism Favorites (1)

Community based tourism (CBT) was initiated in May 2000. The main objective of the CBT is to improve the living... more travel advice

Local Customs (1)
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Transportation (2)
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Hotels (2)
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Comments (33)

midnightlady Oct 29, 2008 at 8:05 PM Report Abuse

Hello Babar: I read your comment about Kyrgyzstan and I like it. I am traveling there in March 2009 from Toronto. Can you please tell me about cost of living, also girls there for marriage to settle down ? Regards, Mehdi
thelittlevoice Feb 8, 2008 at 5:25 AM Report Abuse

Amazing opening picture! Hope to visit there this year.
archan4698 Aug 27, 2006 at 8:27 AM Report Abuse

awesome pics! I hope to go there soon
starship May 6, 2006 at 7:56 PM Report Abuse

Very good page with good information and advice. Enjoyed the photos and information about the yaks which is quite amazing.
eutourist Feb 14, 2006 at 10:45 AM Report Abuse

I enjoyed your tips of this wonderland
ribafish Feb 25, 2005 at 2:29 AM Report Abuse

Great pics!!!
travelife Feb 24, 2005 at 6:53 AM Report Abuse

That's a beautiful page of Kyrgyzstan. Thanks for sharing!
Polska Nov 24, 2004 at 9:32 AM Report Abuse

Stunning! Great! Amazing!
BuickMackane Nov 24, 2004 at 9:25 AM Report Abuse

Great page! Thanks so much for remembering my birthday!
madamx Oct 29, 2004 at 7:59 AM Report Abuse

Babar, fantastic page. Kyrgyzstan is one of my dream destinations. One day I hope to visit all the "stans" :o)