The first time I sat down with a nomadic family for dinner, I lost count of how many dairy products were on the table. I couldn’t believe it! There was cream, kurut, fresh butter, kymyz, fresh milk for tea, and the list goes on.
Not too long ago in June, I paid a visit to my friends in Kyrgyzstan and came back with a collection of wonderful photos of the night sky from my trip.
Sayakbai Karalaev is one of the greatest Manas tellers on 20th century. His interpretation of Manas poem is considered as one of the fullest and accurate versions of all time.
When springtime finally rolls around in Kyrgyzstan, it’s a monumental breath of fresh air. The whole country adorns itself with a fresh coat of flowers.
