Are you going to travel to the heart of Kyrgyzstan? Bishkek is all in one travel destination because it has beautiful glaciers, forests, and national parks that are a magnet to the tourist. If you are also attracted by this beauty and planning to visit, then there are a few things that you need to know and we have got all of them covered right here.
How to reach Bishkek
Bishkek is a landlocked country there for you need to get there through flights. you can get direct flights from your pin and Asian countries to Bishkek and through a connecting flight if you are coming from Britain.
Local Travel
Once you have reached Bishkek through flight, you can locally roam around by walking or if you do not want to walk you can travel through buses and minivans.
Every city has some specialties that are necessary to explore if you are traveling in them so that you don't regret it later. Here is a list of the places that you must visit in Bishkek.
1-Ala-Too Square
This beautiful Brutalist architecture will provide you with an insight of the Soviet occupation that influences the city in history. As a symbol of its strength and reliability the government had most of the structures made in grey concrete color and style. It is great to visit it in the evening as you can enjoy the view and sun set together.
2- Ala-Archa National Park
If you love to hike up on the mountains and explore the nature and wildlife then Ala-Archa National Park is a must-visit destination in Bishkek. The park is just half an hour away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This beautiful National Park has everything from beautiful green vegetation and flowers to the river and snowy peaks of mountains.
3- Knorcheck Canyon
If you want to have a completely different hiking experience than the one you had before, then your next destination must be Knorcheck Canyon. You are likely to be hiking here alone as even the locals don't visit it much. The view is completely different and it has less vegetation and flowers however it has beautiful red hills and sand that is a magnificent view in itself.
4- Burana Tower
If you want to go deep into the history of this city then you must definitely visit Burana Tower. Buarana Tower is the last remaining sign of Balasagun (an ancient city). This city had a deep connection to the Silk Route. You can climb up this ancient Tower to see the beautiful view around and the ancient gravestones. There is a museum where you can view some antiques belonging to Balasagun city. The tower is surrounded by beautiful yellow flowers and hills.
5-Osh Bazar
Osh Bazar is a cheap market in which you can buy all necessities of life at a comparatively low price than the branded shops. This market has almost everything from fruits and vegetables to clothes and utensils. You can also watch the local people closely to observe their lifestyle in the Osh market. As the Osh market is a crowded place you must take care of your valuable things.
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