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Bishkek – the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic Bishkek has been the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic since 1991, but the place has had many names over the course of its history. Before 1991, the city was called Frunze, named after a Soviet military leader born here. Before 1926, the place was known as Pishpek […]
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5 Central Asian Capitals: The capital of Kazakhstan – Astana The capital of Kyrgyzstan – Bishkek The capital of Tajikistan – Dushanbe The capital of Turkmenistan – Ashgabat The capital of Uzbekistan – Tashkent The capitals of Central Asia Five countries with one common past – that’s how to describe the five nations that comprise […]
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Uzbekistan – Top 10 Places to Visit Uzbekistan is one of the fascinating countries in Central Asia and famous for its Silk Road cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. Twice the size of the UK, it has a rich cultural heritage and a long history steeped in tradition. You won’t be surprised to learn that […]
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Issyk – Kul lake Issyk Kul is known locally as the “Pearl of Kyrgyzstan.” It is a large lake surrounded by mountains and one of the most prominent touristic highlights of the country. Issyk Kul lake was formed roughly 25 million years ago and has an endorheic basin. Issyk Kul is located at an altitude […]
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