Green, bright, vibrant … So most tourists describe Bishkek. The sights of this city are very different: from natural wonders to historical and cultural monuments. In this article, we will "walk" through the Kyrgyz capital and its environs in search of the most interesting objects.
Bishkek: history and modernity
The city of Bishkek, the sights of which we will highlight in our article, was founded in the 7th century. Today it is a rather lively capital, in which almost one million people live.
According to one version, the toponym “Bishkek” comes from the word “bishkek”, which translates as “baton” or “stick”. Here, most likely, I mean a special stirrer for making koumiss - a traditional drink of the peoples of Central Asia.
The city is conveniently located in the Chuy valley. Endless and dry steppes stretch to the north of it. From the south side to the Kyrgyz capital approach the spurs of the Tien Shan.
Bishkek is a vibrant and vibrant city, consisting of spacious squares and green boulevards, where you can see many beautiful buildings, monuments and monuments to national heroes. And next to them are very organically adjacent traditional local teahouses. Especially attractive are the many attractions of Bishkek in the summer, when the city is literally covered with a green hat from old oaks and poplars.
The cuisine of Kyrgyzstan deserves special attention. Samsa, kebab, barbecue and rabbit meat dishes - all this can be tasted in the capital. In the summer heat, tourists will be sure to be offered a local Shoro soft drink infused with wheat flour.
Bishkek: sights of the city and their description
Many travelers begin to get acquainted with the Kyrgyz capital with the huge and beautiful Ala-Too Square. Within it are located the main institutions, buildings and universities of the city. It is here that the largest Bishkek monument is installed. This is a sculptural monument to Manas the Great - the hero of the national epic.
Foreign tourists must visit the ruins of the Blacksmith Fortress, as well as the majestic Khan's graves, reminiscent of the former greatness of the ancient states of this region. A traditional city tour usually ends in a colorful and noisy local bazaar where you can find the most unexpected gizmos.
What else is Bishkek ready to surprise a tourist with? The sights of this capital are striking in their diversity. So, in the southeastern part of the city is located the Gareev Botanical Garden with an area of 125 hectares. According to the species diversity of its plantations, it ranks first in all of Central Asia.
Those who want to get deeper acquainted with the national culture and customs of Kyrgyzstan should definitely visit the National Museum of Fine Arts. In addition to permanent exhibits with paintings by Kyrgyz and Soviet artists, various thematic exhibitions and events are regularly held here.
Beauty and interesting places around the city
“Like Switzerland, only better!” - this is how the traveler and scientist Przhevalsky once expressed about Lake Issyk-Kul. On its coast there are many beautiful gorges, waterfalls, glaciers and pastoral landscapes. Issyk-Kul Lake is one of the deepest lakes in the world and is located 120 kilometers from Bishkek.
To the south of the city there are several gorges located parallel to each other. The most picturesque and popular among them is the gorge Ali Archa. It is a must to visit this unique place! The cleanest air, rocky mountains, the highest firs and flocks of livestock grazing carefree on the slopes - this is what a tourist will see in front of him.
