Жалалабат областы
Jalal-Abad Region
This region is one of the three areas that form the southern part of the country, different from the north part in the territorial, cultural and socio-economic aspects
Destinations
Kyrgyzstan offers plenty of attractions in every corner of the country. Seven regions of the country are quite different from each other in terms of natural resources and historical heritage. The country has over two thousand lakes, hundreds of rivers, plenty of national parks, pastures, valleys, gorges. In Kyrgyzstan each mountain has unique scenery. In Kyrgyzstan everyone can find something to fall in love with.
Ош областы
Osh Region
Osh is the heart of the southern Kyrgyzstan. Two main branches of the Great Silk Road passed through Osh region.
Ысык-Көл областы
Issyk Kul Region
In the north-east of the country, framed by the majestic mountain ranges Kungei Ala-Too and Terskey Ala-Too is located Issyk-Kul region.
Нарын областы
Naryn Region
High mountains, green meadows, steep mountain passes and crystal clear air… All these features come to mind at the mention of Naryn region.
Чүй областы
Chuy Region
Chuy region is located on the north of Kyrgyzstan and it is considered the most developed region of the country.
Баткен областы
Batken Region
Batken region is the most mysterious region of Kyrgyzstan. It is located at the farthest south-western part of the country. ¾ of region boundaries are international.
Талас областы
Talas Region
The great Kyrgyz hero Manas who united Kyrgyz people, according to the legend, was born and lived on the territory of modern Talas region.
Chuy Region
Kyzyl-Oi
<p>Kyzyl-Oi is a mountain village located at the altitude of about 1800 meters above sea level in the valley of the mighty river Kokomeren.</p>
Osh Region
Sary-Mogol
The small village Sary-Mogol is the starting point from which to start the route to subjugate Lenin Peak. The village is located in Alay Valley of Osh region.
Issyk Kul Region
The Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral
The Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral is located in the center of Karakol. It was built of hewn logs in 1894-1895 on the ruins of the brick church.
Chuy Region
Issyk-Ata Gorge
Issykata gorge located 77 km from Bishkek is famous for its mineral geothermal springs. The famous resort is situated here, where the healing power of water is used to treat a number of different diseases.
Issyk Kul Region
Kok-Moinok Canyons
On the way to the Issyk-Kul Lake in the Boom Gorge there are colorful and unique in their relief - Kok-Moinok Canyons. It was named after the village of the same name, Kok-Moinok.
Issyk Kul Region
Skazka (Fairytale) Canyon
<p>On the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, about 4 km from the village of Tosor there is an unusual place - Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon.</p>
Chuy Region
Alamedin Gorge
Alamedin gorge is one of the favorite places of citizens of Bishkek located outside the city. It is situated at the distance of 30 km from Bishkek.
Osh Region
Gulcha
The village Gulcha is the administrative center of Alay district in Osh region. It is home to more than 20 thousand people.
Issyk Kul Region
Maiden Tears Waterfall
The famous waterfall Maiden Tears is located in "the Valley of Seven Bulls", Jeti-Oguz, at the altitude of about 2500 m. The height of the waterfall is about 40 m.
Naryn Region
Ak-Sai Valley
Ak-Sai Valley is a kind of "cold pole" of Kyrgyzstan. The valley is situated at the altitude of 3000 m above sea level.
Naryn Region
Karatal-Japyryk Reserve
Karatal-Japyryk national reserve is located in Naryn region, southern part of Son-Kul lake. It also includes territory of two rivers: Kara-Tal and Japyryk. Area of the reserve equals 14000 hectares.
Chuy Region
West Karakol
The valley is adjacent to the southern slope of the Kyrgyz Mountain Range and borders Suusamyr valley.
Chuy Region
Chuy Valley
Chuy Valley is the most northern valley of Kyrgyzstan where the capital Bishkek is located. Valley lies on territory of two countries Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan from Boom Gorge to western part of Muyunkum Desert.
Issyk Kul Region
Tamga
The village of Tamga is located on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake in Jeti-Oguz District. The population of the village is about 3.500 people.
Issyk Kul Region
Issyk-Kul Lake
The pearl of Kyrgyzstan, a lake surrounded on two sides by the majestic Terskey and Kungei Ala-Too mountains is called Issyk Kul.
Issyk Kul Region
Khan-Tengri Peak
Khan Tengri Peak is the third highest peak in Kyrgyzstan, located 7 km far from the border of three countries - Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and China, on Tengri-Tag mountain range.
Osh Region
Uzgen
One of the oldest towns in Kyrgyzstan Uzgen is located 56 km to the north-east of the city of Osh. The town's population is about 50 thousand people. The town was founded in 7th-9th centuries.
Osh Region
The Sacred Mountain Sulaiman Too
Sulaiman-Too is the first object in Kyrgyzstan which have become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located in the center of Osh city, and rises to 175 m above it.
Chuy Region
Belogorka Gorge
Belogorka gorge located 80 km from Bishkek is famous for its waterfall: the largest one in the entire Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountain range.
Issyk Kul Region
Tosor Pass
Tosor pass is situated on Terskey Ala-Too mountain range at the altitude of 3893 m. Through it was paved a road connecting Issyk Kul and Naryn regions.
Naryn Region
Kilemche Jailoo
The Kilemche Jailoo is located in Jumgal district of Naryn region, at the altitude of 2535 m. This pasture opens a wonderful view of the mountain lake Son-Kul.
Naryn Region
Kyzart Pass
Kyzart pass lies at 2664 m. Through the pass runs the road connecting Zhumgal and Kochkor valleys of Naryn regions.
Chuy Region
The Rescue Mountain Tashtar-Ata
To the north of Bishkek, at the beginning the Tien Shan Mountains, a unique spiritual and architectural complex Tashtar-Ata is situated.
Issyk Kul Region
Shatyly Panorama
The Shatyly Panorama is 10 km away. from the regional center of Bokonbaevo and is part of the Boz-Salkyn mountain valley.
Naryn Region
Salkyn-Tor National Park
Salkyn-Tor National Park is located on the territory of Naryn region and occupies area of 10448 hectares. The amazing beauty of the nature in these places will not leave someone indifferent.
Jalal-Abad Region
Toktogul
The town of Toktogul is a regional center of the district of the same name in Jalal-Abad region. The town got its name after the famous akyn (poet) Toktogul Satylganov.
Batken Region
Batken
Batken is the administrative center of Batken region. It is located in the south of the country, about 240 km from the city of Osh.
Jalal-Abad Region
Jalal-Abad
Jalal-Abad is the administrative center of Jalal-Abad region. It is located in Kugart Valley, at the altitude of about 760 m above sea level.
Batken Region
Kyzyl-Kiya
In the north-eastern part of Batken region, about 150 km from the town of Batken is the town of Kyzyl-Kiya. The town's population is more than 43 thousand inhabitants.
Chuy Region
Kegety Gorge
Kegety Gorge stretches for 30 km along the northern slope of the Kyrgyz Ala-Too Mountain range, 75 km from the city of Bishkek.
Batken Region
Karavshin Gorge
Karavshin gorge is located at Turkestan range. It's a great place called "the Asian Patagonia" because it with its green meadows, fast streams and strong winds resembles the South American steppe.
Issyk Kul Region
Kyzyl-Tuu
Kyzyl -Tuu is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul , 230 km from Bishkek. The village has a population of about 1,800 people.
Jalal-Abad Region
Padysh-Ata Reserve
Padysh-Ata reserve is located on the territory of Jalal-abad region, western Tien-Shan. The reserve area equals 30,560 hectares.
Issyk Kul Region
Sarychat-Ertash Reserve
Sarychat-Ertash national reserve is located in Jeti-Oguz district, Issyk-Kul region. It also includes territory of Uch-Kol riverhead and Sarychat-Ertash syrts.
Chuy Region
Boom Gorge
Boom gorge is a kind of thread connecting two regions: Chuy and Issyk Kul. It is traversed by the railway and the highway, leading from the capital to the pearl of Kyrgyzstan - the Issyk Kul Lake.
Issyk Kul Region
Pobeda Peak
Pobeda Peak is the highest point is the Tien Shan, which is 7439 m high. It is also the highest peak in the whole Kyrgyzstan.
Chuy Region
Shamsi Gorge
Shamsi gorge is located 120 km from Bishkek and it is considered as one of the most beautiful places in Kyrgyzstan.
Naryn Region
Arpa Valley
The long Arpa Valley is located in the south of Naryn region. Its dimensions are 60 by 32 km.
Jalal-Abad Region
Chychkan Gorge
Traveling south on the Bishkek-Osh road, after the descent from the pass Ala-Bel you can find yourself in a beautiful gorge Chychkan. The name of the gorge translated from Kyrgyz means "a mouse".
Issyk Kul Region
Petroglyph Gallery Cholpon-Ata
According to the researchers, near the town of Cholpon-Ata is situated a place where ancient nomads worshiped the heavenly bodies and performed religious rituals.
Jalal-Abad Region
Kazarman
<p>Kazarman village is located east of the Jalal-Abad region, 157 km. from the city of Jalal-Abad.</p>
Osh Region
Kichi-Alay Valley
Kichi-Alay valley located to the north of Alay ridge, between the valleys Isfayram-Sai and Akbuura. The eponymous mountain range lies along the valley that reaches a maximum height of 4926 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Chong Kyzyl-Suu Gorge
Chong-Kyzyl-Suu gorge is located 60 km to the west of the town of Karakol. Its name "the big red water" the gorge got because water in a river at the bottom of it seems to be red.
Osh Region
Abshir-Say Valley
Abshir-Say river flows through the valley, that carries the same name from northern ranges of Kichi-Alay mountain range.
Chuy Region
Bishkek
Bishkek is the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic. It is situated on the north of the country, in the Chuy valley.
Naryn Region
Kel-Suu Lake
The sky-blue lake of Kel-Suu is located in the valley of Kok-Kiya at the altitude of 3514 m, between high rocky mountains.
Issyk Kul Region
Mars Canyons
Mars Canyons are located near the village of Kaji-Say on the southern shore of the Issyk-Kul Lake. They represent a ridge of red mountains similar to the landscapes of the planet Mars of the same name.
Issyk Kul Region
Issyk-Kul Reserve
Issyk-Kul reserve is the biggest one on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. It consists of 12 separate parts with general area more than 19500 hectares. Issyk-Kul national reserve was established in 1948.
Osh Region
Abshir-Ata Waterfall
In the valley of the Abshir-Say, 70 km from the city of Osh there is the amazing waterfall Abshir-Ata. The valley lies at the altitude of 1500-2500 meters above sea level.
Issyk Kul Region
Barskoon Gorge
Barskoon gorge is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul, 80 km far from Karakol. The length of the valley is about 30 km.
Batken Region
Pyramidalniy Peak
Pyramidalniy Peak is the highest point of Turkestan range. Its height is 5509 m. This peak is particularly popular with climbers.
Issyk Kul Region
Karakol Gorge
5 km to the south of the town Karakol a gorge of the same name is located. The gorge has a length of 40 km and it is adjacent to the ridge Terskey Ala-Too.
Naryn Region
Kara-Keche Pass
Kara-Keche Pass is located at an altitude of 3384 m. It is one of the roads that lead to lake Son-Kul.
Naryn Region
Tash-Rabat
The unique monument of the Middle Ages the caravanserai Tash Rabat is located in the valley of Kara-Koyun, 90 km from the town of Naryn and 60 km from the village of At-Bashi.
Chuy Region
Chon-Kemin National Park
A National Park located in Chon-Kemin valley is a unique natural environment with diverse flora and fauna that features beautiful landscapes, from semi-deserts to glaciers.
Naryn Region
Jailoo Sarala-Saz
Jailoo Sarala-Saz is an alpine pasture, located 54 km to the north-west of the village of Kochkor. It is situated at the altitude of over 3000 m.
Naryn Region
Kalmak-Ashu Pass
The height of Kalmak-Ashu pass is 3447 m above sea level. After passing it you can get to the northern shore of the lake Son-Kul.
Naryn Region
At-Bashi
The village of At-Bashi is the administrative center of the homonymous district. It is situated in a picturesque valley, at the bottom of which flows one of the tributaries of the river Naryn - At-Bashi river.
Issyk Kul Region
Manjyly-Ata Valley
On the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul, between the villages Kaji-Sai and Ton is situated a unique place called Manjyly-Ata. People call it "the Valley of the sacred springs."
Talas Region
Talas
Talas is the administrative center of Talas region of Kyrgyzstan. It is located in the north-east of the country, at the altitude of 1280 m, 360 km from Bishkek.
Osh Region
Kulunatin Reserve
Kulunatin national reserve is located in the South of Kyrgyz Republic, Osh region. It covers the territory of Ferghana and Alai mountain range. The reserve was established in 2004 for preservation of biodiversity of these lands.
Chuy Region
Konorchek Canyons
The amazing landscape of Konorchek canyons resemble the Grand Canyon in the USA, but at the same time they carry a significant particle of the unique nature of Kyrgyzstan.
Batken Region
Ai-Kel Lake
On the northern slope of Turkestan range there is Ai-Kel Lake, which means "the moon lake". The lake area is 0.82 sq. km.
Naryn Region
Shaar Waterfall
The largest waterfall in Kyrgyzstan is about 300 m. It is located in the gorge of Bash-Kaindy in At-Bashi area.
Issyk Kul Region
Chon Ak-Suu Gorge
Chong-Ak-Suu (Grigoriev) gorge is located 60 km from the town of Cholpon-Ata. It descends from the Kungei Ala-Too and extends for 35 km along the shoreline of Lake Issyk Kul
Issyk Kul Region
Tuz-Kol, Dead Lake
Dead lake of Issyk-Kul (aka Tuz-Kol, Kara-Kul) is located on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, 70 km from Balykchi.
Naryn Region
Kyzyl-Korgon Canyons
<p>Near the eponymous village in the valley of river Kokomeren are located amazing canyons of Kyzyl-Korgon.</p>
Issyk Kul Region
Hot Springs of Juuku
Juuku Valley is one of the few places on the shore of Lake Issyk Kul, famous for its thermal springs.
Jalal-Abad Region
Kara-Suu Lake
Kara-Suu Lake is located not far from Toktogul water reservoir, near Taktalyk ridge, at the altitude of about 2000 m above sea level.
Issyk Kul Region
Ala-Kul Lake
The pearl of Terskey Ala-Too hidden high in the mountains is a glacial Ala-Kul Lake (translated from Kyrgyz as "the Motley Lake").
Issyk Kul Region
Dungan Mosque
Dungan mosque built in 1907-1910 is a unique architectural monument. Without it modern urban landscape of Karakol is unimaginable.
Osh Region
Osh
Osh is the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan. It is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. The city, which is more than 3000 years old, has a rich history and unique Asian feel.
Naryn Region
Kol-Ukok Lake
Kol-Ukok Lake is located in the north-eastern part of the mountain Terskey Ala-Too. The lake water is very cold. The depth of the lake is 17 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Tears of Bars Waterfall
The waterfall Tears of a Bars (Snow Leopard) is the most famous waterfall in the gorge of Barskoon. This unique object is the state natural sanctuary.
Jalal-Abad Region
Fergana Valley
Fergana Valley is a melting pot of cultures, nationalities, historical places and natural resources. Central Asian countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan divide the valley between them.
Batken Region
Sarkent National Park
Sarkent National Park is located on territory of Lyailyakskiy district, Batken region. Area of the park equals more than 40 thousand hectares.
Chuy Region
Kara-Bulak Gorge
Kara-Bulak is a small, beautiful place hidden in the Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountain range. It is located 27 km. from the city of Bishkek.
Issyk Kul Region
Altyn-Arashan Gorge
10 km to the east of the town of Karakol, in the valley of Arashan River the gorge Altyn-Arashan is situated. In the lower part of the river there is the village Ak-Suu (old name Teploklyuchenka).
Naryn Region
Eki-Naryn Valley
Eki Nary valley is located in 44 km from the town of Naryn, where merge large and small tributaries of the most powerful river Naryn.
Chuy Region
Suusamyr Valley
The natural treasure of the Inner Tien-Shan Mountains, the valley located between the ridges of Kyrgyz and Talas Ala-Too is called Suusamyr.
Jalal-Abad Region
Shah-Fazil
The grand historical and architectural complex of Shah-Fazil is situated in Alabuka district of Jalal-Abad region, 10 km from the village of Kerben.
Issyk Kul Region
Cultural Center Ruh Ordo
In the town Cholpon-Ata, on the shore of Lake Issyk Kul, a unique cultural center in the open air was built in 2002. Its name is Ruh Ordo.
Jalal-Abad Region
Walnut and fruit forests of Arslanbob
Picturesque and unique walnut and fruit forests of Arslanbob are located 50 km to the north of the city of Jalal-Abad.
Issyk Kul Region
Museum of Przewalski
The famous Russian traveler of the 19th century Nikolai Mikhailovich Przevalski was one of the first to make an expedition to the Central Asia.
Issyk Kul Region
Burial mound complex San-Tash
The burial mound complex San Tash is located close to the pass of the same name (2195 m) between Kungei and Terskey Ala-Too mountain ranges.
Osh Region
Tulpar-Kul Lake
High-altitude mountain lake (3500 m) is located in Chon-Alai mountain range at Osh district, at the base of Lenin peak.
Naryn Region
Naryn
The administrative center of Naryn region, the town of Naryn is located 186 km from the Kyrgyz-Chinese border. The town's population is just over 35000 people.
Talas Region
Kirov Reservoir
Kirov water reservoir is located in Chon-Kapka gorge in Talas region. It fills the area of 39 sq. km.
Jalal-Abad Region
Saimaluu-Tash
Saimaluu-Tash is one of the largest galleries of petroglyphs in the world. It is located at the distance of approximately 200 km from the city of Jalal-Abad.
Chuy Region
Kel-Tor Lake
Kel-Tor Lake, which is considered one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the Northern Tien Shan.
Issyk Kul Region
Teshik-Kul Lake
Teshik-Kul Lake is located about 38 km. from the village Bokonbaevo. It is located in the end of Karakaman valley at an altitude of 3500 m.
Osh Region
Base сamp Achyk-Tash
At the foot of Lenin Peak there is a base camp for climbers. Its name is Achyk-Tash. The base camp is open during the warmer months, from June to September.
Jalal-Abad Region
Arslanbob
Arslanbob is a small village with population of about 15000 people located at the altitude of 1700 m, in the valley of the same name with the unique walnut and fruit forests.
Osh Region
Taldyk Pass
Mountain passage through the Alai mountain range (3615 m), that connects Gulcha river on the north with Alai valley at the south.
Talas Region
Gumbez of Manas
One of the most famous monuments of the past, the Gumbez of Manas is located 22 km to the north-east of the town of Talas.
Osh Region
Sary-Tash
In the east of Alay valley, at the altitude of 3150 m above sea level there is the village Sary-Tash. The population of it is just over 1.5 thousand people.
Issyk Kul Region
Orto-Tokoy Water Reservoir
Orto-Tokoy reservoir is considered to be the first water reservoir in Kyrgyzstan. It was created in 1956. It is located on the Chu River, beyond the village Kochkor.
Chuy Region
Kel-Kogur Lake
Kel-Kogur Lake is a hidden gem located in Kemin district of the Chuy region, deep in Kungei Ala-Too Mountains.
Naryn Region
Ancient settlement of Koshoy-Korgon
The ancient settlement of Koshoy-Korgon is 12 km to the west of the village of At-Bashi. This is a unique historical monument dated back to the 7th - 10th centuries.
Osh Region
Lenin Peak
Lenin Peak with its height of 7134 m above sea level is located in the mountainous Pamir-Alay, on the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
Issyk Kul Region
Sary-Jaz Valley
The valley of Sary-Jaz is located 75 km. from town of Karakol in the central Tien-Shan, near Kazakhstan's border.
Issyk Kul Region
Karakol
The administrative center of IssykKul region, the town of Karakol is situated at the foot of Terskey Ala-Too mountain range, 12 km from the shore of Lake Issyk Kul.
Chuy Region
Kegety Waterfall
At the entrance to Kegety gorge, at the distance of just 100 m from the road, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the waterfall coming down a steep cliff.
Issyk Kul Region
Semenov Gorge
Semenov Gorge, with a length of about 30 km, is located 40 km from the town of Cholpon-Ata. In the valley there flows the river Ak-Suu, which starts from the glacier.
Chuy Region
Kel-Tor Gorge
Kel-Tor gorge is located about 90 km from Bishkek city and it is adjacent to the gorge Kegety.
Osh Region
Irkeshtam Pass
Irkeshtam Pass is located on the border between Kyrgyzstan and China, 238 km from the city of Osh. The height of the pass is 2841 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Ornok
Ornok is a kind of real open-air museum, keeping the exhibits of bronze and iron ages, as well as the early Middle Ages.
Issyk Kul Region
Jyrgalan Valley
The valley of Jyrgalan situated in 60 km. from city of Karakol in east part of Issyk Kul Region. This place resembles a lost paradise, located among the mountains of the Central Tien Shan.
Naryn Region
Naryn Reserve
Naryn national reserve is located in the Naryn river head, and it also includes the territory of the forest slope of the Naryn-Too mountain range. Its territory equals about 37,000 hectares.
Talas Region
Besh-Tash National Park
In the valley of Besh-Tash, on the banks of a river there stretches for 30 km a national park established in 1996. It occupies the area of more than 32 thousand hectares.
Jalal-Abad Region
Sary-Chelek Reserve
Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve is included in the UNESCO international network of nature reserves. It is located in the valley and on the slopes Chatkal and At-Oynok ranges.
Osh Region
Kara-Shoro National Park
Kara-Shoro National Park is located in Osh region and covers south-western slope of Fergana mountain range.
Chuy Region
Ala-Archa National Park
Ala-Archa National Park is situated 41 km to the south of Bishkek, at the altitude of 1600-4800 m, and occupies an area of over 2,200 hectares.
Naryn Region
Kok-Kiya Valley
he valley of Kok Kya is located in the border zone of Naryn region, at the distance of 550 km from Bishkek. On the bottom of the valley along winding canyons flows the river of the same name.
Chuy Region
Kojomkul Museum
Kaba uluu Kojomkul was Kyrgyz legendary strongman who lived in the late 19th - early 20th century in Susamyr.
Jalal-Abad Region
Sary-Chelek Lake
Freshwater lake of Sary-Chelek is located at the altitude of 1878 meters at the territory of Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve.
Chuy Region
Korona (The Crown) Peak
Korona Peak is one of the most beautiful peaks on Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountain range.
Naryn Region
Dolon Pass
Dolon pass lies at 3030 m. Through the pass runs the road leading from the Issyk-Kul Lake to Naryn region
Issyk Kul Region
Kok-Jaiyk Valley
The Kok-Jaiyk valley is located in the Jeti-Oguz Gorge, 25 km. from the city of Karakol and is one of the main Jailoo (summer pastures) in the south of Issyk-Kul.
Naryn Region
Son-Kul Lake
Son-Kul is the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan. Its area is 278 sq. km. It is situated in a valley between two mountain ranges at the altitude of 3016 m.
Osh Region
Kyrgyz-Ata National Park
Kyrgyz-Ata National Park is located 40 km from the city of Osh and occupies the territory in northern slope of Alay mountain range. National park is not big, area equals only 1172 hectares.
Issyk Kul Region
Bokonbaevo
The village Bokonbaevo is the center of Ton district of Issyk Kul region. It is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul.
Issyk Kul Region
Inylchek Glacier
Inylchek Glacier is the largest glacier in Kyrgyzstan. Its length is about 100 km and the total area is over 800 sq. km.
Issyk Kul Region
Jeti-Oguz Gorge
Picturesque Jeti-Oguz gorge is located 28 kilometers to the south-west of the town of Karakol. Its name is translated from Kyrgyz language means “Seven bulls”.
Jalal-Abad Region
Chatkal Valley
Chatkal valley is located in the western Tien-Shan between Chandalash and Chatkal ridges.The valley stretches for 150 miles and formed by river Chatkal.
Issyk Kul Region
Cholpon-Ata
Cholpon-Ata is the main resort town of Issyk-Kul region. The city located on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul is famous for its amazing beaches of white fine sand and incredibly clear water.
Chuy Region
The Burana Tower
The Burana Tower is located within a large archaeological and architectural complex near Tokmok, 80 km to the east of Bishkek.
Issyk Kul Region
Barskoon (Arabel) Syrts
Through Barskoon gorge runs the highway that connects the pass Barskoon (3754 m), the Issyk Kul basin and mountainous area of the Inner Tien-Shan.
Issyk Kul Region
Ak-Say Canyons
Ak-Say Canyons stretch along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake near the village of the same name Ak-Say. They are located 16 kilometers from the regional center Bokonbaevo.
Chuy Region
Ratsek Cabin
Ratsek cabin was originally a small stone building that served as a safe shelter for hikers and climbers on their way. Now it is a base camp.
Naryn Region
Torugart Pass
Torugart pass is located on the border line between Kyrgyzstan and China. It lies at 3752 m. The road over the pass is a part of a tour of the Great Silk Road.
Talas Region
Manas Peak
Manas Peak is the highest point of the ridge Talas Ala-Too and one of the highest points of the Western Tien-Shan. Its height is 4488 m above sea level.
Naryn Region
Moldo-Ashu Pass
Through the pass of Moldo-Ashu runs one of the roads to the lake Son-Kul. The height of the pass is 3201 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Base camp Karkara
Base camp Karkara is located in the Central Tien Shan, about 470 km from Bishkek and 70 km from Karakol.
Jalal-Abad Region
Ala-Bel Pass
Ala-Bel Pass is one of the main control points on the Bishkek-Osh road. It is situated at the altitude of 3175 m above sea level on Talas Ala-Too mountain range.
Chuy Region
Too-Ashu Pass
Too-Ashu pass is a magnificent place situated 135 km from Bishkek city, on the highway connecting the northern and the southern capitals of the country.
Issyk Kul Region
Hot Springs of Altyn-Arashan
Altyn-Arashan gorge is famous for its hot springs located at the altitude of about 2600 m. As early as in Soviet times there was built a small resort with several houses for tourists.
Chuy Region
Chunkurchak Gorge
A small gorge named Chunkurchak is located at the Alamedin river head, at the distance of 45 km from Bishkek.
Osh Region
Alay Valley
Highland Alay Valley is located in the south of Kyrgyzstan, between Alay and Chon-Alay mountain ranges. Its length is 150 km, width is from 2 to 25 km, and the average altitude is 3000 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Juuku Gorge
Juuku Gorge is located 75 km from the town of Karakol, to the west of Chong-Kyzyl-Suu gorge. The length of the valley is 50 km.
Jalal-Abad Region
Toktogul Water Reservoir
Toktogul reservoir is the largest water reservoir not only in Kyrgyzstan, but also in the whole of Central Asia. Its area is 284 sq. km and an average depth of about 215 m.
Issyk Kul Region
The Merzbacher Lake
The unique Mertzbacher Lake is located in the Central Tien Shan, between Sary-Jaz and Tengri-Tag mountain ranges, at the altitude of 3304 m.
Issyk Kul Region
Oguz-Bashi Peak
The picturesque valley Jeti-Oguz ends with a wall of majestic mountains, passing into Terskey Ala-Too. The highest point of this mountain wall is the peak Oguz-Bashi 5170 m high.
Jalal-Abad Region
Besh-Aral Reserve
Besh-Aral State Reserve is located in the south-western part of Chatkal valley surrounded by Pskem, Chandalash, Talas and Chatkal mountain ranges at altitudes from 1100 to 4000 m.
Talas Region
Besh-Tash Lake
<p>Mountain lake of Besh-Tash is located in the eponymous valley at an altitude of 2997 m.</p>
Batken Region
Aigul-Tash Mountain
Aigul-Tash Mountain is located near the village of Kara-Bulak in Batken region. The mountain has steep rocky slopes. This place is really unique, because only here grows the flower-endemic Aigul.
Naryn Region
Chatyr-Kul Lake
Chatyr-Kul Lake is located between the ridges of the At-Bashi and Torugart-Too at the altitude of 3530 m. Being located high in the mountains the lake justifies its name “The Sky Lake".
Jalal-Abad Region
Naryn Canyon
<p>Naryn Canyon is located south to the Toktogul reservoir over Kok-Bel Pass at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level.</p>
Osh Region
Kozhokelen Valley
At the distance of 95 km to the south-west of the city of Osh, at the foot of the Alay Range there is a valley named Kozhokelen.
Chuy Region
Zhashyl-Kel Lake
Jashyl-Kol (Zhashyl-Kel) Lake, which is translated from Kyrgyz as "green lake", is located in Chon-Kemin valley, at the altitude of about 3200 m.
Chuy Region
Ak-Sai Glacier
Ak-Sai glacier is located at an altitude of 3500 m in Ala-Archa gorge, not far from Bishkek.
