Kyrgyzstan Travel

Set in the heart of Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan has few historical sites, thanks partly to a nomadic culture, Kyrgyzstan has a lot of mountains. Kyrgyzstan is the haven for walkers, trekkers, climbers, riders and any individual who cherishes the epic view.

The climate is continental and varies with altitude. In summers, temperatures in Bishkek can average in the mid/high-30°Cs, snow and rain can be falling in the mountains . You can see the primary cultural sights with decent climate, in the mid-year – visit the acclaimed Issyk-Kul Lake, and in winter - travel to the ski-resorts close Bishkek and Karakol.

In summer, you can also visit one of the ethnic-fests where you can learn more about Nomad customs and traditions of Kyrgyz people. Some of the mountain passes are inaccessible between October and the end of May. Average temperatures in the winter are 5°C in the lowlands and -30°C in the mountains.

Marshrutka are restored minibuses that are used for both inter-city and inner-city transportation. Shared taxis are mostly used for long-distance routes. Buses run between the main centres. Taxis are cheap and plentiful in Bishkek. The fastest and the most comfortable way to get to Kyrgyzstan is to fly to the Manas Airport in Bishkek that receives daily flights from the largest cities of Europe and Asia. Driving to Kyrgyzstan is conceivable from China, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. You can likewise go to Bishkek via train from Moscow and different urban areas in Russia, yet it would be a long and inconvenient way. Accommodation in Kyrgyzstan is Soviet in style. High-end yurt camps also have flush toilets, and a high standard of cuisine. Kyrgyz cuisine is a mixture of Russian and Central Asian tastes with a touch of Korean hands and essence. The most popular dishes across different parts of the country include rice cooked with lamb and vegetables known as plov. Shashlyk, stewed noodles and manty which is a mutton filled dumpling. Salads and vegetable dishes are usually available as starters. Flatbreads are ubiquitous and very good.