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Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia that has a history of over 2,000 years, over which Kyrgyzstan has been inhabited by different tribes and clans of nomads. The country has periodically been under different foreign rules too. In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, there are several ancient cities, including Balasagun, Osh and Suyab (Ak-Beshim). Balasagun was the capital of the Kara-Khanid Khanate, a Turkic dynasty. The latter two were the important way stations of the Silk Road. The rich history of the country has given birth to its rich cultures as well as the integration between the foreign and the local nomadic cultures. Also, as Kyrgyzstan is surrounded by highly mountainous terrain, the ancient cultures are better preserved.
Kyrgyzstan acquired sovereignty as a nation-state after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. The collapse of the Soviet Union trade groups led to shrinking markets, and hence a plight in Kyrgyzstan’s economy. Kyrgyzstan faced many challenges in its way towards a market economy. People’s grievances were accumulating, finally causing two massive revolutions after the year of 2000. It is not until recent years that the economy and the political environment have been stabilised.
People usually choose Kyrgyzstan as their starting point of the journey in Central Asia for several reasons. First, it is the beautiful scenery that the country possesses, including the Tian Shan and Issyk-Kul Lake. Second is the relatively liberal visa regime of Kyrgyzstan, making it the gateway to Central Asia.
Last but not least, it is the fact that Kyrgyzstan has well-developed community-based tourism (CBT). Given Kyrgyz’s simplicity and hospitality, together with the efforts of the government and non-governmental organisations in promoting CBT since 2000, areas with great potentials are developed into high-quality hostels. The Kyrgyz government has been providing subsidies to the locals to further improve the living environment and facilities. The locals have also been encouraged by the government to receive tourists, run hostels and so forth. This greatly helps the development of tourism in the country. The locals, in return, will devote some of its profits to the livelihood matters of the country. A virtuous cycle has therefore been formed. Now in Kyrgyzstan, there are around 20 CBT groups, which have established their own umbrella organisation called the Kyrgyz Community Based Tourism Association (KCBTA) – “Hospitality Kyrgyzstan”.
Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia that has a history of over 2,000 years, over which Kyrgyzstan has been inhabited by different tribes and clans of nomads. The country has periodically been under different foreign rules too. In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, there are several ancient cities, including Balasagun, Osh and Suyab (Ak-Beshim). Balasagun was the capital of the Kara-Khanid Khanate, a Turkic dynasty. The latter two were the important way stations of the Silk Road. The rich history of the country has given birth to its rich cultures as well as the integration between the foreign and the local nomadic cultures. Also, as Kyrgyzstan is surrounded by highly mountainous terrain, the ancient cultures are better preserved.
Kyrgyzstan acquired sovereignty as a nation-state after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. The collapse of the Soviet Union trade groups led to shrinking markets, and hence a plight in Kyrgyzstan’s economy. Kyrgyzstan faced many challenges in its way towards a market economy. People’s grievances were accumulating, finally causing two massive revolutions after the year of 2000. It is not until recent years that the economy and the political environment have been stabilised.
People usually choose Kyrgyzstan as their starting point of the journey in Central Asia for several reasons. First, it is the beautiful scenery that the country possesses, including the Tian Shan and Issyk-Kul Lake. Second is the relatively liberal visa regime of Kyrgyzstan, making it the gateway to Central Asia.
Last but not least, it is the fact that Kyrgyzstan has well-developed community-based tourism (CBT). Given Kyrgyz’s simplicity and hospitality, together with the efforts of the government and non-governmental organisations in promoting CBT since 2000, areas with great potentials are developed into high-quality hostels. The Kyrgyz government has been providing subsidies to the locals to further improve the living environment and facilities. The locals have also been encouraged by the government to receive tourists, run hostels and so forth. This greatly helps the development of tourism in the country. The locals, in return, will devote some of its profits to the livelihood matters of the country. A virtuous cycle has therefore been formed. Now in Kyrgyzstan, there are around 20 CBT groups, which have established their own umbrella organisation called the Kyrgyz Community Based Tourism Association (KCBTA) – “Hospitality Kyrgyzstan”.
The average temperature over the year is 2.1°C. July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 15.6°C; January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of -13.3°C. The average monthly rainfall in the country is around 31.5 mm.
The official currency of Kyrgyzstan is the Som (KGS).
The official language of Kyrgyzstan is Kyrgyz.
Kyrgyzstan is a multi-ethnic country. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the country’s population, with more than half of them as Muslim. Burials are practised in Kyrgyzstan.
The people of Kyrgyzstan are hospitable. They see guests as a bless to the family. The hosts will prepare the best they have in their house for the guests such as nice food and comfortable mattress. Please be reminded not to point fingers at the Kyrgyz yurts, throw hats and jump over clothes.
Kyrgyz people consume Halal food. Their staple food is food made from white flour, such as naan (flat bread) and pilaf (a rice dish). For meat, the locals prefer lamb, beef and chicken. One of the typical dishes would be "Beshbarmak". It is a dish of horse meat (sometimes lamb or beef) cooked in broth for a few hours with coriander as seasoning. A local snack "Kurut" (dried yogurt ball) is commonly seen and worth trying.
220v, 50Hz, Type C and F.
By land
The railway in Kyrgyzstan reaches Bishkek and Issyk-Kul Region. It also reaches Kazakhstan and Russia.
By air
The major international airports in Kyrgyzstan are Manas International Airport (IAIA: FRU) and Osh International Airport (IAIA: OSS).
Embassy of People’s Republic of China in the Kyrgyz Republic
Address: 299/7 Peace Street, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
Phone: (996) 312-597-481
Email: chinaemb_kg@mfa.gov.cn
Website: Embassy of People’s Republic of China in the Kyrgyz Republic
Emergency numbers
Medical emergency: 103
Police: 102
Fire brigade: 101
HKSAR passport holders are required to apply for an e-visa online to access to Kyrgyzstan. The duration of stay allowed for single entry is 30 days.
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