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The Kalpak is more than just a hat in Kyrgyzstan. Deeply rooted in local culture, this traditional hat is very symbolic...

Modern Kyrgyz are still very attached to their traditions, most of which regulate the important events of family life....

Kyrgyzstan is the land of mountains ideal for multiday treks. But how should you pack for your adventure? Going to...

Suimenkul Chokmorov is one of the most well-known Kyrgyz figures, along with the writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. Lover of the...

Tasting local cuisine is a great way to get to know the culture when traveling. In Kyrgyzstan, local cuisine is mostly based on meat, usually mutton or beef, with potatoes, rice or...

Kyrgyzstan is surely one of the best destinations in the world. More than 90 percent of its territory is covered by high...

Kyrgyz people are known among travelers as being extremely welcoming and always ready to help if needed. And it seems...

Issyk Kul Lake is a must see during a trip in Kyrgyzstan. Second largest mountain lake in the world, it occupies an...

Kyrgyzstan has the chance of having a pure, wild nature, rich water resources and many rare animals living on its...

Chyngyz Aitmatov is for sure Kyrgyzstan’s most well-known writer. His eloquent writing has been translated in more than...