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Kalpak Travel: Our commitment to sustainable, responsible tourism Since 2017, when the United Nations declared it the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development (#IY2017), we have been deeply committed to promoting responsible travel. This initiative inspired us—along with tourists and tour operators worldwide—to think about how we can travel in a way which not […]
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Uzbekistan – top 10 souvenirs to buy Ceramics Wood carvings Ikat fabrics -Uzbek textiles Embroidery Samarkand paper Puppet Miniature paintings Metal art – engravings and jewelry NATIONAL HATS AND CLOTHES Carpets What is your favorite souvenir that you like to buy on your trips? What would you like to buy in Uzbekistan or Central Asia? Tag […]
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Central Asia Trekking – Packing List First, the general advice is to pack light and layer your clothes. The weather in the mountains is always unpredictable; there can be bright sunshine in the mornings, clouds, and light wind in the afternoon and rain in the evening. It can get hot or cold very quickly; therefore, […]
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What visas do I need for Central Asia and how do I get them? Generally, citizens of developed countries do not need visas to travel to Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. There are two notable exceptions: Citizens of the United States need an electronic visa for Uzbekistan, if they are younger than 55. Citizens of […]
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