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Another Gorgeous Gorge

Another Gorgeous Gorge, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 Eish Says:  I fully intend to look at my maps and get the name of this gorge.We drove in our trusty Mitsubishi as far as we could before parking at a beautiful lake, and walking around. It was light walking. The children loved it - they picked handfuls of flowers, and saw their first... 

Watersports on Issyk Kul

Watersports on Issyk Kul, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 Eish Says:  Row boats, jet skis, wind surfers are all available. Some of the hotels offer these in their own grounds. 

Hotels  

Calm Harbour Hotel & Resort: Genuine Oasis of Calm on Issyk Kul's North Shore

Calm Harbour Hotel & Resort: Genuine Oasis of Calm on Issyk Kul's North Shore, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 teadrinker1983 Says:  Facilities:Pivate cottageYurt campHotel roomsWatersportsBanyaClimbing wallFishing poolsSandy beachBarbecuesExcursionsWe stayed at Calm Harbour on the recommendation of a friend and we were very impressed. This is definitely a place for those who want a quiet break and are... 

Hotel Aurora: Hotel Aurora: insight into Russian days gone by

Hotel Aurora: Hotel Aurora: insight into Russian days gone by, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 Eish Says:  Aurora was a popular tourist destination for Russians in the USSR days. The skeleton of the building and the expanse of gardens reflected that heyday. Now it was past!Our room had a balcony looking onto the gardens, with a large vertical section missing (big enough for an... 

Ysyk-Kul: Lovely Sanatoria, Pansiyonat

Ysyk-Kul: Lovely Sanatoria, Pansiyonat, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 kyrgyz Says:  Otherwise known as the Aurora (built to simulate the ship from which the Russian Revolition was launched), in the village of Bulan Sogotuu, 20 kilometers east of Cholpon Ata. It has all facilities; beginnig from pool to massaj. 

Transportation  

Buses from Bishkek

Buses from Bishkek, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 aliante1981 Says:  Rybachie town is linked to Bishkek by regular buses with are cheap and look reasonably decent for the place (forget the air conditioning, though) – though you really must come in advance because this means of transportation is quite popular. 

Shopping  

Hot to buy

Hot to buy, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 kyrgyz Says:   Handmade felt carpet, souvenirs, kalpak, etc. are hot to buy 

Local Customs  

Take off your shoes when entering into home

Take off your shoes when entering into home, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 kyrgyz Says:  1.You should take off your shoes when entering home2. Never refuse to eat or drink 

Favorites  

Blue Skies and Beaches

Blue Skies and Beaches, Ozero Issyk-Kul'

 kyrgyz Says:  It is a wonderful lake 3020m asl where you can lie on the beach or go trekking to the nearest but very high mountain peaks. I never forget its purest water. 

The Place

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 It is a wonderful lake 3020m asl where you can lie on the beach or go trekking to the nearest but very high mountain peaks. I never forget its purest water. 

 

Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hi guys i 'll be in kirgiztan after the 15th september ,i realy want to go at the Issyk kul for first destination . what do you... 

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A: Hello! My name is Savva Mavroyanidi. I’m independent driver/interpreter/guide from Kyrgyzstan. I think I can help you to arrange your trip within Kyrgyzstan. Please... 

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ALONG THE GREAT SILK ROAD

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 A pearl of Central Asia (“Warm Lake” in Kyrgyz) does not freeze in winter and white swans spend winter there, its a Swan lake. From the majestic world of Tien-Shan peaks, virtually unexplored, one of... 

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Probably the best known lake in the country...

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 I've been there twice, first as a part of my hiking trip and then as a resort-style tourist. More on this later! 

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Kyrgyzstan

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 It is a most beautiful place ever. Transparent water of the lake, fresh air of mountains and friendly faces of kyrgyz people are always welcome you. It is not just a beautiful lake, it is also good...... 

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the blue water - the blue dream

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 The lake Issyk-Kul is so pure, it is a peals of Kyrgyzstan. 

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LAKE ISSYK-KUL

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Ozero Issyk-Kul'. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 14 photos uploaded, and 2 travelogues I've created. 

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