Planning a trip to Kyrgyzstan? You can explore the beautiful place with friends, family, solo and make some good memories. This small country has a lot to offer and will leave you bombarded-with its hospitality.
Places to Admire on the Land of Beauty
Amazing sights which you can explore in this country while your Kyrgyzstan travel. Below listed are, the best places to visit in Kyrgyzstan
1. Issyk-Kul
One of the famous tourist destinations Issyk-Kul Lake is located in the Tian Shan Mountains and it is the seventh-largest lake in the world. The beauty of this place is that it is a warm lake that is covered with snow-capped peaks. And surprisingly despite being surrounded by snow peaks, the lake never freezes.
2. Song Kol Lake
It is an alpine lake which lies in Northern Naryn Province. The meaning of Song Kol Lake is ‘following lake’. June to September is considered to be the best time at this lake. You can rent yurts and restrooms at the surrounding of this lake and admire the panorama.
3. Ala Archa National Park
It is an alpine national park located in the Tian Shan mountains. Here you will find a small reservoir and beautiful landscape that is home to snow leopards, wild goats, roe deer’s, and marmots. The spot is ideal to relish the icy adventure sports at this national park.
4. Burana Tower
This tower is an ancient monument located in the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek. The tower is the center of tourist attraction and has a small building nearby that homes the whole history along with a museum for tourists.
5. Tash Rabat
It is a 15th century stone caravanserai located at Bashy district. It consists of 31 rooms and has chambers in the central hall. The well-preserved tourist-inn is an attraction because of it being dome-shaped, which was constructed out of crushed stone on clay mortars.
6. Altyn Arashan
Every vacation is incomplete if you have not done adventure sports. And this place offers the best adventure activities like trekking, skiing, camping, and many more.
7. Sulayman Mountain
The beauty of this mountain is that this is the only heritage spot in the entire country of Kyrgyzstan. It is located on the midpoint of Silk Road. There is a small mosque named Babur which was built in 1510.
8. Osh Bazaar
This is the downtown market of Kyrgyzstan, you can buy food products, household goods, clothes, and even musical instruments. You will find a lot more stuff of your choice.
9. Torugart Pass
It is a mountain pass in the Tian Shan. And built upon the border of Naryn Province and Xinjiang. Visitors admire to visit there as they get an opportunity to see how the two countries connect and still not cross the line.
10. Engilchek Glacier
This beautiful glacier fully covered with snow is truly be appreciated by the tourists. Perfect trekking points. People enjoy going on that glacier and that too with full enthusiasm.
5 Best Indian Food Joints in Kyrgyzstan You Must Visit: -
When you are far from your Nation and looking for the taste of India, We have listed some best restaurants where you can enjoy the delicious Indian food.
1. The Host
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Rajma Chawal
Non-veg – chicken tikka with naan
Address – 204 Usup Abdrahmanov St, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 312 933 361
2. Sugar & Spice Indian Cafe Bar
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Dosa and Idli
Non-veg – Curries and Biryani
Address – 248 Toktogula Crossing Of, Jash Gvardiya Blvd, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 705 921 651
3. Pappa Roti
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Naan and Kadhai Paneer
Non-veg – Butter Chicken
Address – 69 T. Umetaliev St, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 550 112 786
4. Salaam Namaste Indian Restaurant
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Cheese Naan
Non-veg – Chicken Tikka Masala
Address – Kiyevskaya Umiteleva street, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 709 234 057
5. Arzu Restaurant
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Pasta Meal
Non-veg – Meat with RIce
Address – Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 550 696 697
5 Best Restaurants to Must Try In Kyrgyzstan: -
Below mentioned restaurants are the must tryouts, which are exceptionally delish.
1. Vinoteka
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Margherita Pizza
Non-veg – Beef Stew with Polenta
Address – 140 Chuy Ave, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 707 330 105
2. Etno - Kompleks Supara
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Fried Flat Bread
Non-veg – Shashlik
Address – 1 Ulitsa Karagul Akmat, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 312 465 051
3. Cafe Pur:Pur
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Veg Kebabs
Non-veg – Kxachipura
Address – 259 Abdumomunov St, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 312 323 053
4. Furusato
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Sushi
Non-veg – Shrimp Tempura
Address – 132 Bokonbayev St, Bishkek 720040, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 554 400 633
5. Burger House
Must-Try Dishes
Veg – Veg Small Burgers
Non-veg – Non-veg Hot Dogs
Address – 71 Kievskaya St Kiev St, Bishkek 720040, Kyrgyzstan
Contact no – +996 776 287 437
Tranquilize your Holiday at This Time
The temperature and climate in Kyrgyzstan are exceedingly unstable. This is a seasonal destination. Summer is recommended as the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan. If you are planning to visit the north and south region separately, we highly suggest you visit the north region of Kyrgyzstan in June-September and South region from March to October. The average temperature there is 17 degrees Celsius.
If you are intrigued to do all the fun and adventure then this is the best place for trekking and winter sports. If you want to avoid the chaos in the tourist spots, avoid going in mid-July. Be prepared for the scorching heat in the low mountain regions. It is completely safe to plan a trip.
Arrival at Kyrgyzstan
There are a few numbers of ways to reach this astounding country. But we recommend you to travel through Airways, as it is very convenient and luxurious to travel via plane and have the best holiday in Kyrgyzstan. There are two international airports one is Manas airport in Bishkek and Osh Airport which is well-linked with great flight offers. You can have direct flights from India though the airports of Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Aurangabad, Goa, and Ahmadabad. The best time to visit Kyrgyzstan is between June to August when flight tickets are cheaper and you can get a discount on Airlines. You can have reasonable Kyrgyzstan travel deals with PML holidays, we have Kyrgyzstan vacation packages available for you. In which we are providing each and everything to you.
How to Move Around When in Kyrgyzstan
When you’ve reached this breathtakingly beautiful country, there are many means through which you can explore this country. The most convenient and cheaper way to travel is by Train and Buses. You can also travel through car sand taxis. They also offer domestic airlines.
Embrace the Culture of Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan tour is a lovely destination to visit for a holiday break. And the reason to visit there is the diversity in their culture and traditions. People live a nomadic life there. As nomads, they live very close to nature. And make their own food, shelter, and clothes. They have to shift to other places due to changes in weather.
‘Epic of Manas’ is a poem in their culture which they have been continuously singing for so many years. People are singing down this poem since the 1800s. You will find statues of Manas across the country. And taking you forward to Yurks, these are not only houses but they represent it as their family, earth and universe. The outer structure of yurks is made up of felt and wool and the top is covered with a wooden circle named tunduk.
Coming to music, their music is famous for nature, life, and mountains. They have written songs on the nomadic lifestyle. As they feel that the music will reveal the feelings of nomads. They too have their musical instruments, komuz, Kyl kyyak, and the temir komuz.
Indian Embassy Contact Number
In case of any emergency, you can contact the Indian Embassy Through
Contact- +996 312 979 256
Address- Mahatma Gandhi Avenue 100-A, Jash Gvardiya Blvd, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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