The Kyrgyz Republic (Кыргызская рестублика), the official name of Kyrgyzstan (Кыргызстан), stands out for its beautiful landscapes – a postcard setting where semi-nomadic shepherds erect their yurts between mountains, jagged ridges and pastures (jailoo). Thanks to a dense network of homestay accommodation and the ability to travel without a visa, the country is also an […]
Stargazing, horseback riding, and yurt nights, Kyrgyzstan is ideal for toddlers and their parents looking for a change of scenery. It’s a show that deserves itself. Several hours of off-road, through the Kyrgyz mountain. Green valleys, rock walls, then the road becomes Stony, narrow. We go up, slowly, when a car runs into us. The […]
1. BURANA TOWER When it comes to places to visit near Bishkek, the Burana Tower is what should be on top of your list. Cynthia and I visited this ruin with our friend Aleksei from Kyrgyz Nomad. It’s one of Kyrgyzstan’s most famous historical sites and I would love to go back there again, even after visiting this place […]
Traveling to Kyrgyzstan … where ? Does this country really exist ? What are you gonna do there ? When I told my friends and family that I was going on a trip to Kyrgyzstan, they were either amazed or perplexed for my safety. Kyrgyzstan is a little-known country and its geographical location may cause […]