Kyrgyzstan
History
The Yenisei Kyrgyz overthrew the Uyghur Khaganate and dominated the steppe.
A short-lived Kyrgyz khanate formed before Russian expansion reached the Tien Shan.
The territory was annexed by the Russian Empire, bringing it under outside rule.
The Kara-Kirghiz Autonomous Oblast was created in the Soviet delimitation of Central Asia.
Kirghiz ASSR placed the territory inside the Soviet administrative system.
Kirghiz SSR placed the territory inside the Soviet administrative system.
Kyrgyzstan declared sovereignty, a step toward full independence and international recognition.
Kyrgyzstan declared independence from USSR, beginning the final move toward sovereignty.
Part ofAsiaMore countries, cities and routes.Short facts
RegionCentral Asia
LanguageKyrgyz, Russian
Time zoneKGT (UTC+6)
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Worth seeing
- Song-Kol Lake: High-altitude steppe lake surrounded by nomad yurt camps and wild horses.
- Tian Shan Mountains: Dramatic peaks, glaciers, and remote valleys across one of Asia's greatest mountain ranges.
- Ala-Archa National Park: Stunning glacial gorge just outside Bishkek with trekking and mountaineering.
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What is Kyrgyzstan known for?Song-Kol Lake, Tian Shan Mountains, Ala-Archa National Park.
What is the capital?Bishkek.
Which language is useful?Kyrgyz, Russian.
When is the national day?31 August.
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